Desiderata Rescue Adoption Application

You might think "why so many questions? *eye roll*"

You're right. There are a lot of question. But all serve a purpose to help determine if you and the dog/cat you're applying for are a good fit for each other. It's in everyone's best interest.

What is the name of the dog/cat that you are applying for

Please describe the characteristics you are looking for (species, breed, gender, age, energy level, would you consider special needs, etc). Please provide details even if you're applying for a specific pet so we can match you with a different one if that one has been adopted or not a good fit for your situation.

Are you a previous adopter? If yes, which pet did you adopt from us? If no, put n/a

Name

First NameLast Name

Street Address (physical location where the pet will be living, no P.O. Boxes)

City

State

Zip Code

If you will be moving within the next 6 months, please provide the new address (street, city, state, zip code). Put n/a if not applicable.

Primary Phone Number

Alternate Phone Number (home or work)

Email

example@example.com

Occupation and Employer

Veterinarian Name and Phone Number (please ensure we have permission to inquire)

Personal Reference Name and Phone Number

Rent or own

Other

Do you live in an HOA or any other type of restricted/managed community?

Landlord Name and Phone Number (n/a if own)

Type of home

Other

Fully fenced yard?

Type of fence, height, size

Kennel run? Size? When used?

Number and ages of children in the household full time and part time?

Number, biological sex and ages of adults, including yourself, in the household full time and part time?

Number of dogs in the household?

Breed, gender and age of dog(s)? Spayed/neutered?

Number of cats in the household?

Age and gender of cat(s)? Spayed/neutered?

Who will be the primary caregiver of your new family member?

How will this dog/cat be exercised on a daily basis?

Where will this dog/cat sleep at night?

Is there an adult home during the day?

How many hours a day will your dog/cat be alone and where will they stay during that time?

Where will this dog/cat stay when you or another adult are home?

Do you have/will you get a crate for this dog? (n/a for cats)

Will you use a tie-out, chain, or cable to restrain your dog outside? (n/a for cats)

Will this dog/cat be indoor or outdoor?

What type of vehicle do you own (pick up, SUV, sedan, etc)? Where will your pet be located a when they are riding with you? How will they be secured?

Will this cat be declawed? (n/a for dogs)

Will this dog be debarked? (n/a for cats)

Do plan on taking this dog to obedience training?

What type of food (dry/wet, brand) do you plan on feeding this dog/cat and will there be a schedule or will you be free feeding?

Who will care for this dog/cat if you have an emergency or go on vacation?

What is your level of experience as a pet owner?

Have you had previous experience with rescue dogs/cats? If so, please explain

If there are children in the home or frequently visiting, please describe in detail their previous exposure to dogs and whether or not they have lived with a dog before. What is there their level of comfort around dogs that might display behaviors like jumping, mouthing, etc if they are young dogs or due to the excitement of a new environment and new people before their baseline energy returns. If no children, put n/a.

What characteristics do you expect from your new family member?

Please outline the steps you would take to correct or deal with any behavioral issues at any point in your new pet's life (e.g. excessive barking, scratching/chewing furniture, marking, etc.)

Do you intend to provide your new family member with a loving home for the rest of its life?

Under what circumstances would you consider giving up your new family member?

Please note that all animals adopted through our organization cannot be rehomed, surrendered to a shelter, or euthanized for non-medical reasons. They MUST be returned to our organization at any point in their lives should you no longer be able to care for them. You will need to provide reasonable notice of 2 weeks prior to returning them so we can find placement in a foster home for your pet.

Are you prepared to adopt now? If not, please provide a date.

Do you agree to a home check?

Please attach pictures below that you took yourself. No MLS pictures or pictures pulled from the internet.

Please attach a picture of the main living area in your home

Upload pictures

Please attach a picture of the outside of your home

Upload pictures

If applying for a dog, please attach a picture of your yard that shows the fence (if no yard or applying for a cat, attach another picture of the inside of your home)

Upload pictures

Please attach a picture of your current pets (past pets or another indoor picture if no previous or current pets)

Upload pictures

Additional comments:

Desiderata Rescue Adoption Fees: Individual adoption fees are listed in the dog's/cat's online listing. Adoption fees are due at the time of placement in your home if the dog/cat you are adopting is already in a local foster home or if they are still in Oklahoma they will only be available for pre-adoption, meaning that adoption fees need to be paid in advance, and are non-refundable. Adoption fees will be paid via PayPal invoice but you do not need a PayPal account to pay the invoice. We save dogs and cats from the streets of Oklahoma which often involves costly vetting and always includes expensive transport to other states.

Character and temperament: A rescue dog or cat may have experienced an unfortunate history of one or more of the following: neglect, abuse, lonliness, distrust, hunger, etc. They most definitely experienced abandonment and the stress of transport from Oklahoma and the stress of transition. An adjustment period of multiple days and sometimes weeks should be expected, but will only happen in some instances. Most dogs and cats are so happy to be home that they adjust very quickly. So it is something to prepare for and consider, but not necessarily something that will happen. Please keep in mind that they are sentient beings and that behavior may change/be different in your home than it was before. We cannot guarantee that a dog or cat will behave exactly the same way as they did before once placed in a new situations, just like humans may change behavior when they transition to new situations and environments. Any known behavioral issues are disclosed in the pet's individual profile. In either case, our rescued pets are loving and deserving of love. Our mission statement is 'Turning discarded animals into desired pets' and we truly want our pets in homes that are a perfect fit for them and their new family.

Placement: Submission of this application does not guarantee placement of the dog/cat in your home. All pets are available for adoption by an approved adopter up until the adoption fee is paid. Applicants must agree to a home visit if asked for one and adhere to the follow up requirements of sending pictures upon request and not rehoming their pet or surrendering them to a shelter. You will receive their medical records with their proof of vaccines, spay/neuter and all other vetting they received once you have the pet and the adoption fee is paid/the transporter will have the records when you receive your pet. If you have any concerns about the health or temperament of the dog or cat you are adopting, they must be voiced at the time of placement. All of our pets must be returned to us AT ANY POINT IN THEIR LIVES should you no longer be able to or want to care for them. They cannot be euthanized for non-medical reasons, surrendered to a shelter, or rehomed.

Acknowledgement: I understand that any misrepresentation of facts may result in the removal of the placed dog or cat from my home. I understand that Desiderata Rescue has done due diligence in determining temperament, habits, and physical condition of the dog/cat but is not responsible for the accuracy of information received about the temperament, habits, or physical condition of the dog/cat. Desiderata Rescue is neither liable nor responsible for any damage, injury, or accident resulting from the placement of this dog/cat. If placed in my home, I accept the responsibility for the health, housing, feeding, training, companionship, safe containment, and handling of this dog/cat.

Who will take over caring for this pet in case of your death? Please provide their name.

Please provide their email address

example@example.com

Please provide their phone number

Area CodePhone Number

Would you like to be added to our monthly newsletter to receive useful information about dog/cat related topics and keep up with our work?

How did you hear about us?

Please follow us on Facebook to see all the work that goes into rescuing these precious animals and to support us by sharing on social media when you are able to.

Everyone in the household has agreed to adopting a pet:

I have read the dog's/cat's profile that provides all information about where it is located, if it's good with dogs and cats, vetting, size, age, breed, gender and also whether or not it is local to me or out of state and has to be picked up from transport, i.e. no meet and greet is possible, and everyone in the household is comfortable with the latter if applicable.

I understand that animal rescue is a difficult, physically and emotionally draining job and I am submitting this application in good faith having read all the terms in the application and the profile of the dog/cat so I understand everything and am not taking up time that could be dedicated to the animals instead which is greatly appreciated.

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