Rovers Return Dog Rescue Adoption Application

Rovers Return Dog Rescue Adoption Application

Review the adoption fee preface, acknowledge you’ve read it, then complete the application with accurate household, pet, and veterinary details.
Applicant Information

IMPORTANT — ADOPTION FEES

Dog’s Age	Adoption Fee
Up to 2 years	$450
Over 2 years	$350
8 years and older	Case by case

Adoption fees help cover: Spay/Neuter, DHPP Vaccines, Bordetella, Rabies, Microchip with Lifetime Registration, Deworming, Flea/Tick Treatment, Veterinary Care, Medications, Surgeries/Dentals when needed, Grooming, Food, Supplies, and Transportation. Some dogs require significant additional medical care. Your adoption fee also helps us continue helping the next dog in need.

There is a $15 electronic payment convenience fee. Cash and Zelle have no additional fee.

I have read and understand the adoption fees, what they help cover, and that adoption fees are non-refundable once the adoption is completed.
Dog Being Applied For
Applicant Full Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Are You 21 or Older?
Home Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Date of birth

MonthDayYear
Occupation
How many years have you lived at your present address?
If at your present address less than 2 years, please provide your previous address.

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Approximately how many hours do you usually work each week?
What is your typical travel time between work and home?
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address
example@example.com
Preferred Contact Method
Adults in Household
Children in the Home
Does Everyone in the Household Agree to the Adoption?
Household Activity Level
Housing and Home Environment
Housing type
Do you own or rent your home?
If rented please provide Landlord / Property Management Contact information:
I acknowledge that Rovers Return Dog Rescue may contact my landlord or property management company to verify the property’s pet policies.
Pet restrictions

Other
Landlord / Property Management Contact Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Landlord / Property Management Cell
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Landlord / Property Management Email
example@example.com
If applicable, please describe breed, size, or number restrictions
Do you have a fenced yard?
Fence details and yard safety
Do you have a pool or spa?
Pool or spa safety measures
Planned exercise and daily routine for the dog
Current and Past Pets
Current Pets
Past Pets
Veterinarian Name
Veterinarian Clinic
Veterinarian Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
I give Rovers Return Dog Rescue permission to contact my veterinarian, if needed, to verify veterinary care and records.
If yes, please provide any notes or relevant details
Have you ever surrendered, rehomed, returned, abandoned, or relinquished an animal?
If yes, please explain

Has any pet experienced any of the following?

Rows	Yes	No
Lost
Hit by a car
Euthanized for behavior
Died unexpectedly

Experience and Care Plan
Do you have experience with dogs?
Do you have experience with rescue dogs?
Experience with dogs that are shy, fearful, reactive, or high-energy

Other
Are you willing to attend training or behavior classes if recommended?
Which training methods do you prefer?
What is your reason for adopting a dog?
What qualities are you looking for in a dog?
What are your deal-breakers or concerns?
Are you willing to allow a decompression and adjustment period after adoption?
If behavioral problems arise, what steps will you take?
How would you handle vacations, moving, or other major life changes with a dog in the home?
Have you ever been denied an adoption by a rescue or shelter?
If yes, please explain the circumstances.
I am willing to provide updates after adoption.
Do you know what to do if your dog gets out or becomes lost?
I acknowledge that my adoption package contains information explaining what to do if my dog gets out or becomes lost, and I agree to read and follow it.
I acknowledge that my adoption package contains information about registering my dog’s microchip. I agree to register the microchip in my name within 14 days of adoption.
I acknowledge that my adoption package explains that if I am ever unable to keep or need to rehome my dog, I must contact Rovers Return Dog Rescue and allow the rescue at least 28 days to arrange a suitable foster home or other placement. I will not surrender my dog to a shelter or have my dog euthanized without first contacting Rovers Return Dog Rescue and allowing at least 28 days for arrangements to be made, except when emergency humane euthanasia is recommended by a licensed veterinarian to prevent severe and untreatable suffering.
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Rovers Return Dog Rescue Adoption Application

Applicant Information

Housing and Home Environment

If rented please provide Landlord / Property Management Contact information:

Current and Past Pets

Experience and Care Plan