TLC Rescue: Dog Adoption Application

Best Friends Furever Rescue Adoption Application
Dog Adoption Fee $300 ($600 out of state; covers full vetting and transport).

Cat Adoption Fee $250. (500 out of state).

Fees are payable via check, PayPal, Venmo, or cash and must be paid in advance of transport for out of area adopters.
Sumitting this application does not mean you are commiting to a dog, nor does it guarantee you will get that dog. It is simply a tool we use to help both you and us identify a good potential match for your family and lifestyle.

A successful adoption depends on selecting the right dog for your household and a good understanding of the dog's needs and care requirements. Please help us with this process by answering the following questions fully & completely. THANK YOU!
Name of the pet you want to adopt*
Adopter's Name*
First & Last Name
Co-Adopter's Name
First & Last Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Adopter's E-mail*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Phone Type*

CellHomeWork
Ages of all permanent residents of your home (adults/children)*
Employer *
Do you currently have any pets?*

YesNo
If you currently have pets, please list them below.
Are your current pets altered?*

YesNoWill be within the next 30 days, appointment has been scheduled. (We will call your vet to verify this.)
If your current pets are not altered, please explain why below.
Vet reference (please call your vet and give permission to release information to us)*
Vet name, address & phone number
Two Personal References*
When will you be ready to adopt this pet?*

TodayThis weekendWithin a weekWithin a monthNot ready yet, just researching
If so, when?
Is anyone in your home allergic to animals?*

YesNo
Does anyone in your home smoke?*

YesNo
Are you familiar with pet regulations in your area?*

YesNo
If you answered no to the question above, please contact your town/county/condo assoc and ask them what the regulations are.
If yes, please describe local pet regulations and restrictions:
I/We live in a*

Single Family HomeDuplex/TwinCondo/TownhomeTrailerApartment
Do you rent or own this property?*

RentOwn
Renters, have you contacted your landlord to find out if there's any restrictions on the kind or size of pet you can have?

YesNoNot yet, but I willIt's written in our lease
Do you have a yard (for dogs)?*

Yard, fenced with a vertical fenceYard, fenced with invisible fencingYard, no fenceNo yard (apartment/condo/townhome)N/A I am applying for a cat
If vertical fence, what is your fence height?

2' high3' high4' high5' high6' high
How many hours per day will your pet be alone? *
Have you discussed this adoption with all members of your household?*

YesNoYes, adults have discussed. Kids don't know yet.
What personality type are you looking for in a new pet?*
How much do you feel you can reasonably afford and would be willing to spend on your dog per year (for things like veterinary care, licensing, ID tag, food, toys, crate, other supplies, training, pet sitting, etc)? *
What activity/energy level do you prefer?*

Wild and crazy is coolLeash trained daily jogging partner would be excellentMedium energy, plays a bit then hangs out with youLow energy, walks slowly on leash, a total couch potatoOther
Please check all that apply. I want to adopt this dog...*

As a family petTo breed with my dogTo train/use for huntingTo train/use for agilityTo train/use as a therapy dogTo train/use as an assistance dog for the disabledTo use as a guard dogFor a jogging/hiking partnerTo interact with lots of friends/familyAs a gift for a friend, partner, or family memberAs a companion for my dog(s)As a companion for my cat(s)As a companion for my child/children
Please check all that apply. My adopted dog will...

Be kept outside most of the timeBe kept indoors most of the timeBe left outside during the work day while we are awayBe kept inside while we are awayBe crated when we are not homeHave free reign of the house when we are not homeBe taken to formal obedience classesBe trained by me/usTake frequent car rides with usBe kept on a lead line/cable in the yardBe mostly interacting with adultsBe interacting frequently with children under 8Be interacting frequently with older childrenMust be housebroken prior to adoptionWill be housetrained by usWill be walked more than one mile per day every dayWill be walked occasionallyBe attending formal group obedience classes with usBe trained by us without the advice of a trainerHave private sessions with a trainer as neededBe attending agility classesBe taking frequent car rides/trips with usBe boarded when we go on vacationStay with family when we go on vacationBe given away to someone else if we feel it's not a good match for usBe turned in to a shelter if we can't keep itBe going camping with usBe going on boat trips with usBe outside with a dog house in a fenced areaBe outside chained/tethered to a dog houseBe free roaming on the farm (unfenced)Other
What would cause you to return a dog?*
What do you feel is a reasonable amount of time for a new pet to adjust to life with you/your family?*
Additional reference (optional)
Do you have any additional comments, questions or concerns? Anything else you would like us to know to help match you up to a pet?
I understand that completing this application does not guarantee I will be allowed to adopt a dog, and that the application is a tool to help TLC Rescue determine if this dog and my family are a good fit for each other. I acknowledge that all information provided on this form is true and correct. I understand that any misrepresentations may result in my not being approved and/or removal of the adopted dog from my possession. I also certify that I have never been convicted of animal cruelty or neglect.

I agree to allow a representative from TLC Rescue to contact my vet for a reference and also agree to allowing a home visit prior to adopting this dog. If I am approved to adopt a dog, I agree to pay a non-refundable adoption fee and hand sign an adoption contract at the time of adoption.

I understand that all dogs adopted from TLC Rescue will be spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, fecal tested, and vaccinated prior to adoption.
Please read the above, check this box, sign, and click Submit.*

I/We have read and understand all of the above.
After you submit this form, it will take you back to the TLC Rescue home page. Feel free to email us with any questions:

Contact-TLCR@yahoogroups.com

Renters: Please send a copy of the pet section of your lease or a landlord pet permission letter to the email address above.

TLC Rescue reserves the right to reject any application based on information obtained during this screening process. Please understand that our primary goal is the health, happiness, and safety of our rescued dogs.
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Best Friends Furever Rescue Adoption Application