Diamondcrest Farms Inc (DFI)

BEFORE YOU APPLY INFORMATION AGREEMENT

You will be required to Agree to the terms outlined below at the time of the Adoption Application

It Is VERY important to note the following. Please consider this carefully before moving forward.

Cane Corsos are great dogs, but they do require a strong and confident leader. Being adult dogs, even more so! Do not expect these dogs to run to you for attention. They will most likely not do that. They will need a few days, or maybe even a few weeks to settle, trust and want affection from you. They will adjust, you just have to be patient, calm and confident. They will need to be handled carefully and with respect until that happens. *Example: Don’t corner them, hug them, put your face in their face, grab at them, etc. Remember, these dogs do not know you yet.

We would not consider adopting out any dog that we have reason to believe is aggressive. Our Corsos have fantastic temperaments! However, they are still animals so caution must be taken during the initial adjustment of rehoming.

Before applying to Adopt, please read. It is very important to follow the guidelines explained below.

When you apply to adopt, if you are interested in only one dog, please notate it on the application. It should be noted that if you have interest in only one dog, it is possible that the dog may be adopted to another family before we complete your application.

We require that you be a homeowner when applying for adoption. If you want to apply for adoption and you are living in a home where you are not the owner, please have the owner apply. (Living with a relative, etc.) If you are a renter & you apply, you will be denied.

REFERENCES

For your Personal References, please do not put any information into email fields other than the emails themselves (do not put “n/a”, “none”, “unknown” etc.). You are required to submit Personal References with email addresses. It’s a good idea to email your personal references ahead of time letting them know to expect an email from us. This will also make sure that the emails you have are valid. Lastly, ALL personal references must live outside the household from where the adopted dog will be living.

SMALL PETS

If you have a small dog(s) in your household (under 20 lbs.) then you may not be considered for adoption. Many Cane Corso dogs have a small-prey drive and it can put your small dog/pet in danger. This also goes for people with pets such as Cats, Ferrets, Sugar Gliders, Chinchillas, Raccoons, & Squirrels.

Please remember that your new dog will be experiencing increased stress. Though it is good stress to go to their forever home, it is still stress and different dogs react differently.

Keep your new dog’s stress level low by NOT taking him/her out into public for at least 2 weeks. Give him/her time to get settled and bond with you. In this way, you can learn to read him/her’s body language and know when he/she is uncomfortable. Keep in mind, we want to set your dog up for 100% success. If you don’t feel certain he/she will succeed 100% in a given situation, don’t expose him/her to that situation. This is VERY important.

The dog’s reaction to other people, children, cats, dogs or other pets in your household can not be predicted. You assume all responsibility and liability and absolve Diamondcrest Farms, Inc. of any responsibility.

In the First 2 Weeks you agree to:

1. NO outings or public events.

2. NO introductions to outside animals in the immediate family.

3. Take a minimum of 1-2 weeks to introduce your new companion to your current pets.

(Use baby gates, crates, separate rooms, etc to keep dogs separate. Complete multiple walks daily with all dogs, not allowing them to touch. These walks make a huge difference when introducing dogs.)

Yes, I have read and agree to the terms outlined in the 'Before You Apply Information Agreement'. I acknowledge that this is required reading before filling out an 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.

Driver's License #*

If you do not have a Driver's License, please list a goverment issued ID number. We require a valid Driver's License in order to be approved for adopting. Please do not put “Yes”. All information is sent on an encrypted connection. A copy of your DL will be required upon approval.

Driver's License State*

What state is your Driver's License issued in?

Your Age*

NAMES, AGE, SEX and RELATIONSHIP of other adults in your household*

NAMES, AGE, SEX and RELATIONSHIP of children who live in your household -OR- who visit often.*

Have you ever owned a dog before?*

YesNo

If you answered yes above, what breed(s) and where are they now?

Have you ever owned a Cane Corso?*

YesNo

How many dogs are currently living with you?*

Please list their NAMES, AGE, SEX and BREED.*

What other types of animals do you own?*

Are ALL of your animals spayed and/or neutered?*

YesNo

If not, please list the animals that are NOT spayed/neutered and explain WHY.

Do you agree to enroll the adopted dog in -AND- complete a basic obedience course?*

YesNo

If yes, please provide the name & phone number of the obedience school/trainer you intend to use.

If no, please explain why.

Do you own or rent?*

OwnRent

Describe the type of dwelling you live in.*

Single-family homeTownhose/CondoApartmentFarm/Ranch

How long have you lived at your current address?*

Type of backyard*

Completely fencedNot completely fencedNo fencingNo backyard

Exterior Photos of your home. While this is optional it can help speed up the processing or you application.

Yard, Fencing, etc. If you run into issues submitting your photos. Skip this step & after submitting your application, reply to the automated email confirming your application submission with your photos attached.

If there is a specific dog you're interested in, what is his/her name?

If you have a specific dog in mind that you would like to apply for, please list their name(s).

What is your current vet's name and phone number?*

PLEASE CALL YOUR VET and authorize them to release your records to Diamondcrest Farms Inc (Heather Muzzey).

Name of person your vet info is under?*

If your vet info is NOT under your name, please explain why.

List ALL VETS you've used in the last 5 years, even if you do not own a pet currently. *

Names & Phone Numbers

PERSONAL REFERENCES:

List 2 Personal References, (Names & phone numbers) who are familiar with your care of animals. At least one of these MUST NOT BE a family member. All personal references MUST be of people that will not be living in the home with the dog.

Personal Reference 1: Name*

First NameLast Name

Personal Reference 1: Phone*

Personal Reference 1: Email*

Personal References will be notified and requested a personal reference on your behalf. Please let them know AHEAD of TIME.

Personal Reference 2: Name*

First NameLast Name

Personal Reference 2: Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Personal Reference 2: Email*

example@example.com

Sometimes you may encounter some behavioral problems during the transition. Are you willing to work on these problems with a Trainer if needed?*

YesNo

Any other information you feel is important in helping us determine if one of our dogs is the best match for you and your household?

I agree to pay a $500 deposit should I be approved for adoption. (Deposit fee is fully refundable AFTER THE PROOF OF SPAY/NEUTER IS RECEIVED.)*

YesNo

l agree that, due to the unpredictable nature of animals, certain risks and dangers may occur during initial meeting or while caring for an animal, including risks of injury to person and property, and that I have voluntarily agreed to make the adoption contemplated herein with full knowledge of such risks and hereby voluntarily assume such risks.*

AgreeDisagree

I agree that I will not make any claims against, sue or attach any property of Diamondcrest Farms Inc, its directors, officers, agents,employees and/or volunteers, including, without limitation, DFI, for any injury or damage caused by any animal(s) adopted from DFI. Any actions against DFI will take place in Hillsborough County, FL.*

AgreeDisagree

LIABILITY RELEASE AGREEMENT
I hereby voluntarily release, discharge, waive and relinquish any and all actions or causes of action for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death occurring to me or third parties as a resultof any action or activity of any animal(s) adopted by me from DFI, wherever and however the same may occur which I may have against DFI or any of its directors, officers, agents, employees or volunteers, including, without limitation, DIAMONDCREST FARMS INC, whether the same shall arise by the negligence of said persons or otherwise. IT IS MY INTENTIONBY THIS INSTRUMENT TO EXEMPT AND RELIEVE DFI FROM ALL LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE.

I hereby agree to hold DFI and its
directors, officers, agents and/or
employees, including, without limitation,
harmless and indemnity them from and
against any liability, claims, judgments or
expenses I may incur arising out of my
adoption of an animal from DFI and/or my
ownership or care of any such animal
Thereafter.

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE
FOREGOING, AND I UNDERSTAND THAT
TOGETHER THEY CONSTITUTE A
DISCLAIMER OF RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS BY ME AGAINST DFI. I UNDERSTAND THAT I ASSUME ALL RISKS INHERENT IN MY DECISION TO MEET AND POTENTIALLY ADOPT AN ANIMAL FROM DFI AND ANY RELATED ACTIVITIES. I VOLUNTARILY SIGN BELOW TO EVIDENCE MY ACCEPTANCE OF THE ABOVE PROVISIONS.

* If any portion of this Release is held
invalid, it is agreed that the balance
thereof shall continue in full legal force
and effect.

This Release is governed by the laws of the
State of Florida applicable to agreements entered into and fully performed therein.

Signature*

Date*

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