Puppy Adoption Application

Thank you for considering adoption through Westview Dalmatians! Dogs/puppies are fun, loving, playful, and also a lot of work. Before you start this application, please ensure you can fully commit to the care of the dog/puppy before you decide to adopt one.

If you know you are ready to be a Paw Parent, please complete this application for adoption form as thoroughly as possible. The form can take up to 20-30 minutes to complete. Once submitted, someone from our team will follow-up with you soon.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Completing this application is the first step to acquiring a puppy from Westview Dalmatians, but it does not guarantee you will get a puppy from this or any future litter. The breeder reserves the right to refuse any placement at any time.

I will review applications in the order they are received. I will notify you if your home is a good fit for one of our puppies. We do not accept deposits.

HOW THE CHOOSING PROCESS GOES: Our puppies are not chosen on a first come, first served basis. We take the information from your application, the discussions we have, and the information from the Volhard puppy aptitude test and we match the puppy we think best suits your family. My goal is to send them to homes they will fit in forever, and won’t ever need to be returned.

WHEN PUPPY GOES HOME: The puppies will be ready to go to their furever homes at 8-9 weeks. We cannot hold puppies for extended times unless it’s an emergency. If you have a trip or vacation planned that conflicts with your puppy coming home, please remember that puppies cannot be boarded in a kennel until they have received all their vaccinations.

CONTRACT POLICY: We will not place any puppy without a signed contract. We are happy to go over any part of the contract if you have any questions.

REGISTRATION: All Westview puppies are registered with The American Kennel Club. Please start thinking of a registered name as well as a call name for your puppy so we can register them right away. All pet puppies will be sold on limited registration. All show dogs will be sold on a co-ownership with me.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Thank you!

(Note: We reserve the right to refuse any adoption that we feel will not suit the dog’s/puppy’s requirements.)

To see our pets for adoption, CLICK HERE.

Your Name

First NameLast Name

Email

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Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Occupation

PET SECURITY & SAFETY

Select the option that best describes your current home or primary residence:

If Other type of residence, please explain:

Select the option that best describes your residency:

OwnerRent/ TenantOther

Do you have permission from your landlord to have a dog/puppy live on the property?

YesNoUnsure

Landlord's Name:

Landlord's Phone #:

Please enter a valid phone number.

How many members are in your household (including yourself)?

Are there any babies, toddlers or young children that live in your household?

YesNo

What are their ages?

Does every member of your household agree to the adoption of this pet?

YesNo

Is any member of your household allergic to pets or animials?

YesNo

If allergic, please explain:

Please select the type of living situation you plan for this dog:

Indoor (Only)Indoor/ Outdoor (Combo)Outdoor (Only)

Where will your dog sleep (be specific)?

Do you have a dog door at your residence?

YesNo, but I plan on installing oneNo, and I do not plan on installing one

Do you have a private fenced yard?

YesNo

What percentage of the time will the dog be in the yard?

Do you share your yard with anyone else?

YesNo

Please describe the type of fencing you have surrounding your yard:

(e.g. wooden, chain-link, concrete, etc.)

How high is your fence (at its lowest point)?

If you have a gate to enter/exit your yard, how high is your gate?

Are you certain your yard and fencing are secure enough for dog?

YesNoUnsure

Do you have a swimming pool on your property?

YesNo

Is the pool secure and gated?

YesNo

Please choose the option that best describes your employment status:

Employed Full-timeEmployed Part-timeUnemployed/ In-between JobsRetired

When you are at work, where will the dog be?

Will anyone in your household be home when you are at work?

Yes, alwaysYes, sometimesNo

At the moment, is anyone at your home during the day?

Yes, alwaysYes, sometimesNo

When you go on vacation or a trip, who will care for your dog? (select all that apply)

If Other type of care, please explain:

Do you currently have any other pets/animals living in your household?

YesNo

What kind of pets/animals?

If Other type of animal, please explain:

Please describe the other dog(s) that live in your household?

(i.e. breed, age, sex, etc.)

Is the other dog(s) in your household spayed or neutered?

YesNo

Please explain why the other dog(s) are not spayed or neutered:

Have you ever had a dog before?

YesNo

How many years of experience do you have as a dog owner?

Have you ever had a dog (or another beloved pet) pass away before?

YesNo

What happened to him/her?

Under what circumstances would you consider giving up/ surrendering your dog (check all that apply)?

If Other type of circumstance, please explain:

If your dog were to develop or have behavior issues (i.e., nipping, biting, barking, digging), will you be willing to consult a trainer to try to rectify the situation before giving the dog up?

YesNo

If you are not willing to consult with a trainer, please explain why not?

Have you ever been responsible for losing a dog (or another pet) before?

YesNo

How did you lose that pet?

If your dog gets out, which of the following will you do (check all that apply)?

In the past, have you ever been forced to give up your dog (or another pet) before?

YesNo

What was the surrender process?

If Other type of surrender, please explain:

What will you do if/when your dog gets sick or injured?

Do you know how much veterinary care typically costs?

YesNo

Are you prepared to spend the money for proper care of your dog, if needed?

Yes, whatever the costsYes, but within reason or limitsNo

If you have cost limitations, please explain:

Do you currently have a trusted veterinarian?

YesNo

Name and Phone of your veterinarian:

What will you do if/when your dog/puppy misbehaves (e.g. chews your favorite shoes or furniture)?

How will you get your dog/puppy to do what you want him or her to do?

Have you ever trained a dog/puppy in obedience class?

YesNo

Do you still use those same training methods?

YesNo

Do you think it is necessary for your dog to wear an ID tag?

Yes, all the timeYes, occasionallyNo

A pet requires a lot of people attention. Are you prepared to spend a lot of time with your new pet (for the rest of it’s life)?

YesNo

Are you prepared to make a commitment to provide love and care for this new pet (up to 15+ years, if time permits)?

YesNo

What is your puppy color preference?

Any ColorBlack/WhiteLiver/White

What is your puppy gender preference?

MaleFemaleEither

Are you interested in showing conformation and/or doing performance sports with your dog?

YesNo

Are you familiar with the uric acid issues Dalmatians have? If yes, are you committed to the necessary expense for the proper food?

Do you agree to contact us first if you need to re-home the puppy/dog no matter what the reason?

YesNo

How will your puppy be trained?

Are you willing to crate train your puppy?

YesNo

Have you or anyone in the household been arrested or convicted for animal cruelty?

YesNo

Will you be able to pick up your puppy in person or do you require shipping?

In PersonRequire Shipping

Do you agree to notify us with any questions or reports and occasionally share photos?

YesNo

By checking the following boxes, I am agreeing to the following statements:*

All information I shared in this form is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge.I understand that filling out this application form is NOT a guarantee of adoption.I love animals

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