Sandy Paws Sanctuary Adoption Application

Sandy Paws Sanctaury Adoptions Application is designed so that our team can collaborate with you and your family to identify which dog(s) would best suit your family and lifestyle. Please answer the questions with as much information as you can, so we can help you have a successful adoption. We will review your application and reach out soon.

Name of the dog you are interested in:

First name:

Last Name:

Please select your age bracket

Address:

City, State, Zip

Phone:

Area CodePhone Number

Email:

1. Do you live in a

2. Do you own or rent?

2a. If renting, provide name and phone number of landlord:

3. Does your landlord allow dogs?

4. Are there any restrictions from your landlord or subdivision?

5. Do you have a yard?

5a. If you have a yard, is it fenced? How tall is your fence?

6. Do you have a pool?

6a. If you have a pool, is it fenced or covered?

7. Is everyone in the home in agreement about getting a dog?

8. How many adults live at your house?

9. Do you have kids? If so, please provide their age(s).

10. Have your children been around animals before?

11. Is anyone in your home allergic to dogs?

12. Why do think this is dog, in particular, is the best fit for your family?

13. How would you describe your home, activity wise?

14. Please list the name, age, sex, breed and temperament of any pets currently living in your home.

15. Are the pets listed above spayed or neutered?

16. Have you ever rescued a dog that was neglected or abused (either physically or emotionally)?

17. Have you ever surrendered a pet to ANY animal shelter?

18. Why is now a good time to bring a new dog into your family?

19. Which behaviors are you willing to tolerate?

20. How will you help your dog manage/overcome these behaviors?

21. On average, how many hours a day will your dog be home alone?

22. Where will your dog stay when nobody is home?

23. Where will the dog sleep at night?

24. What length of time will you allow your new dog to adjust to his/her new home?

25. Do you have plans move locally, out of state or country in the near future?

26. What will happen to your dog if you move locally, out of state or country?

27. What circumstances would lead you to give up your new dog?

28. If you had to give up your dog, what would you do with him/her?

29. Are you aware that a new environment is stressful for your dog, and they may exhibit uncharacteristic behavior?

30. Are you willing to work through your new dog's issues, if any?

31. Do you understand that a dog can be an 18 year commitment?

32. Will you be able to live with hair you live with hair on your furniture, stains on your rug and paw prints on your heart?

Please add any additional information or ask any questions below.