W.A.R.A. Adoption Application
  • Washington Animal Rescue Alliance

    Adoption Application
  • Prospective Adopter Information:

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Are you interested in adopting a specific dog/cat?*
  • What type of dog/cat are you interested in adopting? Check all that apply.*
  • If the dog(s)/cat(s) you are interested are no longer available for adoption, would you like us to continue to process your application for pre-approval in the event that another dog/cat interests you?*
  • Who is this pet for? (We do *NOT* adopt as gifts/surprises)*
  • Are all members of the household aware of the adoption and in agreement?*
  • Have you applied to adopt from us previously?*
  • Have you adopted from us previously?*
  • Home and Family Information:

  • Describe your home*
  • Do you own or rent your home?*
  • Is your home busy or quiet?*
  • Are any members of the household allergic to pets (eg. dogs, cats etc.)*
  • If you had to move, are you willing to find housing that accepts pets?*
  • We adopt as STRICTLY *indoor only* (cats), is this agreeable to you?*
  • Current & Past Pets

  • Do you have any pets currently?*
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  • Have you had any pets of your own in the past 10 years?*
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  • Have you ever had a pet euthanized?*
  • Did you declaw any of your past or current cats?*
  • Do you plan on declawing your adopted cat? (We do NOT permit declawing)*
  • Are you willing/able to take your pets to yearly check-ups?*
  • Are you able/willing to take your pet to the vet for unexpected medical issues?*
  • Do you have pet insurance? If not, do you plan to get insurance?*
  • If your pet becomes ill, are you able to afford a veterinary bill?*
  • Does your home have space (i.e. a spare bedroom, office, or bathroom) to separate new pets from current pets during the acclimation and introduction period?*
  • Are you willing to give your dog/puppy or cat/kitten time to adjust to its new environment? (Note: this could take anywhere from several days to several months)*
  • Have you ever had to re-home a pet or surrender it to an animal shelter, animal control etc.?*
  • Have you ever been convicted of an animal related crime, such as cruelty to animals, animal theft, or animal abandonment?*
  • Are you willing and able to care for your dog/cat for the full duration of its life (12-20+ years)?*
  • Veterinarian Reference:

    Please list your current / previous / planned veterinarian(s) and their phone number(s). We will contact them to verify your current pets are up to date on shots, fixed and FeLV tested; this is a requirement for new pet adoptions. Please call their office(s) to authorize release of information to us. If you are planning to utilize another vet but are not currently a client, please note that information. **Established Vet relationship required by time of final adoption**
  • Do you currently have a vet?
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Personal References

    Please provide 2 *NON-FAMILY* references (eg. neighbors, coworkers, family friends etc.)
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

    CONTRACT INFORMATION
  • I certify that I am at least 21 years of age*
  • If I am adopting a puppy/kitten that is too young to be fixed (foster-to-adopt), I understand that I am to keep it separate from my other pets until it is fixed & vaccinated.*
  • ADOPTION FEES, FOSTER-TO-ADOPT, MEDICAL CARE:

    CONTRACT INFORMATION
  • I hereby authorize Washington Animal Rescue Alliance to contact my references, veterinarian(s), and landlord to verify said statements.

  • Date*
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  • Washington Animal Rescue Alliance 2023

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