Adoption/Foster Application

Adoption/Foster Application
Are you applying to be a foster or adopter?*

FosterAdopterEither one
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
What county do you live in?
Cell Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Spouse's Full Name
How long at this address?:*
Are you planning on moving within the next 6 months?*

YesNo
If yes, what are your plans for your pets if you move?
What is the best timeframe for us to call you?*
Ex: 10am-6pm
E-mail*
How did you hear about us?*
Ex: Facebook, friends, etc.
Which dog(s) are you interested in?
Are you 25 years of age or older?*

YesNo
Do you own your own home?*

YesNo
If no, name and phone # of landlord:
Type of Dwelling:*
We require a home check for all of our fosters and adopters. Are you ok with one of us coming to your home?*

YesNo
Do you smoke in your home?*

YesNo
Name and age of ALL occupants in household (including yourself):*
If no children, do you plan on having children or will children be visiting the household frequently?*

YesNo
What do you and your spouse (if applicable) do for a living? Do you work from home or out of the home?*
You do NOT have to disclose the company that you work for. I am only asking for your job title and whether or not you work from home.
How many hours do you work a week?*
How many total hours will your new dog be left alone INSIDE during the day & how often?*
How many total hours will your new dog be OUTSIDE alone during the day & how often?*
Where will the dog be at when they are left alone? (crate, outside, free range of the house, etc.)*
Do you have a physical fenced-in yard?*

YesNo
If yes, which type of fence?*

WoodChain LinkSplit RailOtherN/A
If yes, how tall is your fence?:
If you have invisible fencing, please state that here.
Do you have locks and/or latches on all of your gates?*

YesNoN/A
Will your adopted dog be put on a tie-out?*

YesNoNot sure
If you do NOT have a physical fence, or an invisible fence, how do you plan to exercise your dog?*
Put N/A if this question doesn't apply to you.
Are any members of your household allergic to animals?*

YesNo
If yes, please describe:
Who will have chief responsibility for the care of your new pet or foster?*
Over the past 5 years, how many pets have you owned? (Include current pets)*
List each individual pet CURRENTLY living with you. Include species, breed, age, & neuter status.*
Have you and your spouse (if applicable) ever owned a pet together?*

YesNoN/A
Have you ever lost or given away a pet?*

YesNo
Do you have indoor OR outdoor cats? (Check all that apply)*

YesNoIndoorOutdoor
If you currently own a dog or cat, how does he/she react to new pets?*
Are your current dogs spayed or neutered?*

YesNoN/A
If not, please explain why your dog isn't fixed yet.*
Have you ever owned a Rottweiler before? If not, have you ever owned a working breed or guardian breed? *
Please list ALL dog breeds that you have owned in your ADULT life.
What plans do you have for your new pet OR foster dog when you are on vacation?*
Ex: Boarding, in-home pet sitter, a friend watching your dog at their home, etc.
Type of dog you would consider adopting or fostering: (check all that apply)*

PuppyYoungAdultSpecial NeedsSeniorBonded PairNursing Mom & Pups
Would you ever take your dog to a dog park?*

YesNo
Do you plan on giving this dog monthly heartworm prevention?*

YesNo
If yes, what kind?*
Brand & type. Ex: Heartgard, oral meds
Do you plan on giving this dog flea & tick medications?*

YesNo
If yes, what kind?*
Brand & type. Ex: Frontline, topical
Are your dogs up-to-date on their core vaccines? (Rabies, DHPP)*

YesNo
If not vaccinated, please explain why.*
Ex: You have a senior with health issues, etc.
Who is your current or most recent veterinarian? Please provide their NAME and PHONE NUMBER:*
**PLEASE CONTACT YOUR VET'S OFFICE TO GIVE THEM PERMISSION TO TALK TO US** SKIPPING THIS STEP WILL DELAY PROCESSING YOUR APPLICATION.
Is your entire immediate family in agreement with the decision to bring a new pet into your home?*

YesNo
If anyone is NOT, please explain:
If applying to adopt, are you prepared to commit to this dog for the rest of their life? A Rottweiler's average lifespan is 8-10 years.*

YesNo
Have you or any member of your household ever been charged with cruelty to animals or negligence in animal care?*

YesNo
If yes, please describe:
Have you ever adopted a full grown Rottweiler before?*

YesNo
Have you ever fostered a full grown Rottweiler before?*

YesNo
If you have ever fostered or adopted a full grown Rottweiler before, please state which rescue or shelter you got the dog from.
If it was a private adoption directly from the owner, please state that here.
Where will your dog spend most of his/her time?*
Select Indoors & Outdoors if you are an active family who will play with your dog outside often.
If you selected outdoor, would your dog be supervised?

YesNo
What kind of food do you plan on feeding this dog?*
Ex: Brand of kibble, home cooked meals, raw diet, etc.
How many times a day do you plan on feeding this dog?*
Where will your dog eat?*
Ex: In a crate separate from other animals. -OR- All of my pets are free fed and food is always in their bowl in the kitchen, etc.
Where will your dog sleep?*
Ex: In a crate with a bed. -OR- In my bed, etc.
How do you plan on introducing this dog to your current pets? Please explain how you plan on integrating this dog into your household.*
Ex: I will immediately introduce this dog to all of my pets. -OR- I do slow introductions, etc.
If there is anything else you think we should know, please note it here.
Please remember, it may take approximately 3 to 5 business days for us to get back to you.
Thank you so much for wanting to rescue a Rottweiler!!
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Adoption/Foster Application

Please remember, it may take approximately 3 to 5 business days for us to get back to you.

Thank you so much for wanting to rescue a Rottweiler!!