SDRI Adoption Application

Name

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.

Co-Applicant - Name / Relationship

Sporting Dog Rescue International asks the adopter to provide adequate preventative care against Dirofilaria (heartworm disease), ex Novamax, for the duration of the adopted animal's life.

The adopter acknowledges that failure to provide such preventative care may result in serious health complications for the animal, including heart and lung damage.

Please initial to indicate you have read & understand our position on heartworm prevention

Name of dog(s) you are interested in (if not previously selected) There is no guarantee that you will be matched with the dog you are interested in. Our foster homes have the final say where their dog is placed.

I'm interested in........

Age of Applicant and Co Applicant (if applicable)

Applicant's Occupation

Co-Applicant's Occupation (if applicable)

List ALL other members of your household. Please include Name / Age / Relation

Are all household members in agreement with adopting a dog?

Are there any travel plans in the next 1-2 months?

Preferred method of contact

Best day / time to contact you

How did you learn about SDRI? If friend/referral, please tell us who.

Type of Home

Do you own or rent?

If you rent, does your landlord allow pets?

Does your landlord know you are looking for a new pet?

Landlord Contact Information

Whether you rent or own, do you have any plans of relocating in the next year?

If yes or maybe, please explain

What considerations would you make regarding your dog/other pets should you find yourself needing to move from your current location?

Do you have a fenced in yard?

Type of fence

Describe your yard & fence in detail

Describe your home & the area in which you live.

Are your pets up to date on their vaccinations?

Where will the dog be kept when no one is at home?

On a regular day, how many hours will the dog be left alone?

Where will the dog sleep at night?

Please describe your plan for the dog's exercise in detail. What activities do you plan to enjoy with your adopted dog?

If you currently have a dog or cat, are they spayed or neutered?

Have you ever adopted from a rescue?

Have you ever turned a pet into a shelter/rescue?

If yes, please explain.

Have you ever given your pet away, sold your pet, or had it stolen?

If yes, please explain

Who will be the primary caretaker for this adopted dog?

Current Vet Clinic Name

Vet Clinic Address

Vet Clinic Phone Number

Account Name & Years Using this Vet

List ALL current pets & those owned in the past 3 years. For each Pet - List Name, Age, Type (dog/cat), Breed, Alive/Deceased

List ALL other dog breeds you've owned or personally cared for

What brought you to the English Setter breed or sporting dogs?

What would make you return your adopted dog to Sporting Dog Rescue International?

What age of dog are you interested in?

Puppy - up to 1 yearYoung - 1 to 6 yearsAdult - 7 to 10 years

Would you consider a special needs dog?

Color preference

Orange & whiteTri colorBlack & white

What energy level would work with your lifestyle?

Mellow - short leash walks (up to 30 min of activity per day)Moderately Active - requires longer walks (up to 1 hr daily) & is fine with daily running off leash (in fenced yard or dog park)Active - requires longer walks (up to 1 hr daily) & needs daily opportunity to run off leash for short periods of time (less than 30 min)Very Active - requires longer walks/runs in a fenced in yard.

Describe your ideal dog.

Please tell us why you think you would be a good candidate to adopt a dog from Sporting Dog Rescue International?

SDRI expects to interview every potential adopter, their veterinary clinic, and conduct a virtual home visit. If you are in agreement, please indicate below.

I hereby certify that I am financially able to provide food, medical care, shelter, toys, bedding, crate, etc. which can be costly. I am able to meet these requirements. If you are in agreement, please indicate below.

I hereby certify that I am physically able to care for an adopted dog. I further testify that I am physically fit to provide all necessary activities with my adopted dog. If you are in agreement, please indicate below.

I realize that by completing & submitting this application, it does not guarantee that SDRI will allow me to adopt a dog. If you understand, please indicate below.

I understand that the adopted dog cannot be transferred to another person or rescue without the permission of SDRI. Any dog adopted through SDRI must be returned to SDRI (at any time & for any reason). If you are in agreement, please indicate below.

My family and I agree to accept these terms.

By typing your name below, you agree to & acknowledge that the information provided in this application is accurate & truthful. Furthermore, you agree to accept the terms & conditions of Sporting Dog Rescue International's adoption policy.

Sporting Dog Rescue International reserves the right to refuse any applicant or potential adopter who we believe will not be able to provide an appropriate home for an English Setter or a sporting dog.