VF Rescue & Sanctuary: Dog Adoption Application

Adoption Fees:

Puppies (up to 1 year): $300

Dogs: (1yr-7y) $250

Seniors (7yr plus): $200

*covers full vetting (rabies, shots, wormer), as well as spay/neuter.

Transport fee for out-of-area adopters: $50 (We have transport available up to four hours away from LA County.)

Transport out of state: varies

Fees are payable via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or cash and must be paid before taking ownership, unless approved for a payment plan.
VF Rescue & Sanctuary Dog Adoption Application

Save. Heal. Love.
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 dog 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*
Co-Adopter's E-mail*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
CellHomeWork
Names and ages of all permanent residents of your home (adults/children)*
YesNo
If you currently have pets, please list them below.
Have you ever rehomed a pet? Please provide details below.
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*
YesNo
YesNo
YesNo
If yes, please briefly describe local dog regulations and restrictions:
If you answered no to the question above, please contact your town/county/condo assoc and ask them what the regulations are.
Single Family HomeDuplex/TwinCondo/TownhomeTrailerApartment
RentOwn
YesNoNot yet, but I willIt's written in our leaseNot applicable
If you rent, you must show provide a number for your landlord or a copy of the section of your lease stating that you are allowed to have dogs and showing any limitations.
Yard, fenced with a vertical fenceYard, fenced with invisible fencingYard, no fenceNo yard (apartment/condo/townhome)
2' high3' high4' high5' high6' high
YesNoOne applicant is home/works from homeWe work different shifts
If you both work outside the home, how many hours per day are you away?
How many hours per day will this dog be alone? Please explain.*
YesNoYes, adults have discussed. Kids don't know yet.
We will be speaking to all adult residents to confirm everyone is aware of this application process and wants to have a dog added to the family. Please do not submit this application if you are "trying to talk someone into" adopting this dog or think "once they meet the dog, they will want one" or "I'm getting this dog as a surprise birthday present for them." In those scenarios, you are welcome to email us to discuss the dog, but we would like all adults in the home to be involved in that email discussion.
YesNoNot sure
Upon meeting the dog, what would give you cause to not want to adopt it? Please explain.*
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)? *
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
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
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
HousebreakingChewingJumpingPulling on leash during walksCounter surfingObedience trainingFear of menFear of womenFear of childrenMouthiness (may sometimes snag your hand or arm instead of the toy in play and will need redirection/training)GrowlingBarkingRough play with my dogHigh activity levelFood/toy aggression/not willing to share with other dogsFood/toy aggression with peopleWhining/cryingCounter surfingBlindnessLimited SightDeafnessSeparation AnxietyDiabetesSpecial DietLong Term MedicationIncontinence / Leaking UrineTaking classes with the dogGets stressed/carsick when riding in vehicleDoesn't know how to climb stairsCan't climb stairs due to age/arthritis/health issuesHeart conditionSkin allergiesFood allergiesTrimming nailsYeast on coat or in earsEar mitesFleasTicksHeartworm preventativeAnnual heartworm/lyme combo testingI will do whatever it takes to help this dog adjust and work with a trainer to help resolve any training needs.Other
What would cause you to return a dog?*
What do you feel is a reasonable amount of time for a dog to adjust to life with you/your family?*
How do you plan to integrate this dog into your family?*
What would you do if you discovered after adoption (at any time during the life of the dog) if your vet diagnosed an expensive health condition?*
YesNoI wasn't aware this was available. I will look into it.
What brand of dog food do you plan to feed?*
We use a professional groomerWe trim dog nails ourselves at homeWe bathe our dogs at home once a weekWe bathe our dogs at home once a monthWe bathe our dogs at home once every few months or whenever their coat feels dirtyWe bathe our dog twice a yearWe don't bathe our dogWe check ears weekly for infection/yeast/mitesWe check coat daily for ticks in spring/summer/fallWe clean teeth using home methodsWe take our dogs to the vet for dentals whenever the vet recommends this is neededPrefer a dog that doesn't shedDon't care about shedding
How long have you been looking for a dog?*
Additional reference (if desired)
Do you have any additional comments, questions or concerns? Anything else you would like us to know to help match you up to a dog?*
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 VF Rescue & Sanctuary 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 VF Rescue & Sanctuary to contact my vet for a reference.

I agree to an in person, or virtual, home viewing.

If I am approved to adopt a dog, I agree to pay all adoption fees (unless approved for a payment plan) and hand sign an adoption contract at the time of adoption.

I understand that all dogs adopted from VF Rescue & Sanctuary will be spayed/neutered, heartworm tested (unless under 6 months of age), fecal tested, and vaccinated prior to adoption.
I/We have read and understand all of the above.
Applicant's Signature*
Co-Applicant's Signature
After you submit this form, it will take you back to the VF Rescue & Sanctuary home page. Feel free to email us with any questions:

vfrescuesanctuary@gmail.com

Renters: Please send a copy of the pet section of your lease to the email address above, or provide a phone number for your landlord .

VF Rescue & Sanctuary 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.
Signature date*
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VF Rescue & Sanctuary Dog Adoption Application