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  • Application For Adoption

    Must be 21yrs or older
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  • Our average cost of adoption is $450-$1000 this donation includes current shots based on age, deworming, microchipping, heartworm test, spay/neutering if the dog is 9 months of age or older (with exceptions). Please keep in mind that most of our pups/kittens are spayed/neutered at 9 months and most adults are spayed/neutered as soon as appointments allow.

    Please understand, the dog/cat you are adopting from us has been microchipped we must remain as point of contact on that microchip and this will be reflected on the registration.

    Very important: You understand and agree that if you are choosing to adopt a puppy/kitten under 9 months that you will be responsible to spay or neuter by 9 months of age, or when your vet recommends. Failure to spay or neuter will void your adoption contract.

  • Do you understand and agree to the terms listed above?*
  • Which describes your current dog?*
  • Status of pet
  • Years you owned
  • Years you since you have not had
  • Current on vetting
  • Status of pet
  • Years that you owned
  • Years since you have owned
  • Current on vetting
  • Status of pet
  • Years you owned pet
  • Years since you have owned pet
  • Current on vetting
  • Status of housing arrangements:*
  • Type of Dwelling*
  • Does your home have an upstairs and downstairs?*
  • Do you know (if renting you must be able to provide proof of document) if you:
  • Do you have a fenced in yard?*
  • If we required that you put up a fence, would you be willing to?*
  • Have you ever adopted from a rescue/shelter before?*
  • Have you ever had to surrender, re-home, or return an animal?*
  • ONLY CHECK THOSE THAT APPLY. What would cause you to consider giving an animal away or surrendering? People say they never would but give this a lot of thought and be honest.*
  • Which behaviors would you agree to reach out to a trainer to correct?*
  • Do you agree to notify us and return your adopted pet to Tess'K9 Rescue if you can not keep your adopted pet?*
  • If you are returning an adopted animal to us, do you agree to be honest as to the reason why? We will accept any of our animals back, if adopters are unable to keep them. You promise to make no false claims of aggression or biting, just so we remove the dog from your home, or for any other reason.*
    • As part of our legal binding adoption agreement, you are required to return your adopted pet to Tess’ K9 Rescue, if, at any time, you no longer want or are able to care for it, and adoption/transport fees are non-refundable.
  • Does everyone in your home agree to a new pet?*
  • What reason, if any, would cause you to return an adopted animal? (only check if any apply)*
  • What breed of dog have you personally owned after age 18?*

  • What current animals do you own?*

  • Where will your dog stay while you’re not home?*

  • Does anyone in your home have any allergies to dogs?*
  • Does anyone in your home have any allergies to cats?*
  • In certain circumstances, we may require you to obtain a puppy training course to improve or prevent issues. Would you be willing to do that?*
  • What is the best description of the activity level in your home?
  • Do you have any children/grandchildren that live in the home?*
  • Do you have any children/grandchildren that visit the home?*
  • Age of children/grandchildren that visit?*
  • If you have full time care of child in home what genders are they?*
  • Have the child/children lived with dogs before?*

  • I understand once my application is approved for a specific dog/cat, that dog/cat will be on the next available transport. A dog/cat cannot be held for additional time to the accomodate an upcoming vacation, business trip, or family event, unless all adoption/transport fees are paid in full and it is approved by directors of the rescue and foster. Please keep in mind, adopted dogs/cats are placed on the next available transport according to their adoption queue position. 

  • What size dog, at full grown, are you interested in?*
  • Are you willing and able to work with a shy dog?*
  • Your dog/cat will likely be transported a long distance to be adopted by you. Do you understand this and are you willing to be patient and understanding while your dog/cat decompresses? It may take days, weeks, or months for them to adjust to being in an entirely new place.*
  • What is your idea of a great weekend?

  • Dogs/Cats can live up to 15 is years and can incur a variety of medical expenses. Are you financially capable of keeping up with any issues financially?*
  • Are you looking at other rescues as well?*
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  • Would your beneficiary be willing to sign a contract as well?*

  • We want to thank you for taking the time to fill out this application. You have taken the first step in adopting a lifelong companion. These wonderful, loving animals need a home and a family, the confidence that comes with having someone love them, someone to call their own, a sense of belonging somewhere and the security of knowing they will never have to be homeless and hungry again.

    Thank you for considering adopting a rescued dog. When you adopt a rescued dog you help save two lives, the one you adopted and the next one you just made room for in the rescue/foster home.

    ***Please notify your Vet and your 3 references that we will be calling and that they have permission to speak with us.***

    We will be in touch with you soon.

    Tess K9 Rescue

    Saving lives one dog at a time

     

    ONLY ONE REFERENCE CAN BE A FAMILY MEMBER.

  • By sending this electronically, I acknowledge that I have completely read this questionnaire and comprehend it fully.

    I understand that applying does not ensure approval and that untruthful answers or failure to comply with the requirements of this application can result in the forfeiture of any Tess'K9 Rescue animal adopted by me.

    I certify that the above information is correct, and I understand that the information will be verified.

    I understand that by submitting this form electronically, I agree to release and covenant to hold harmless Tess'K9 Rescue and it's members from any claims, damages, costs, or actions incurred because of the care or actions of the foster dog.

    I accept full responsibility for the dog(s) actions at all times, and release Tess'K9 Rescue from any liabilities or damages that may be incurred because of adopting such dog(s).

    I agree to have Tess'K9 Rescue complete reference call checks and conduct a home visit inspection to be able to approve my foster application.

    I agree that if I'm unable to keep the dog(s) anymore that I will return the dog(s) to Tess'K9 Rescue with at least 2 weeks notice. During this time period no dog will be harmed, mamed, given away or surrendered.

     At any point in time we feel the animal is being neglected, mistreated or improperly cared for we have the right to confiscate the animal.

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