Paw Pals of Hale Center Dog Adoption Application

Paw Pals of Hale Center
Adoption fee for Project Freedom Ride Direct Adopt dogs (includes spay/neuter, current vaccinations (2 parvo/distempter boosters, bordatella, rabies), registered microchip, negative heartworm test, negative fecal, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, and heath certificate):

$500 total adoption fee ($300 adoption fee (vetting costs) plus $200 transport cost)

(Project Freedom Ride transports to the Pacific Northwest and NE)

Fees are payable via Venmo, Cashapp, or PayPal and must be paid in advance of PFR transport for our PNW and NE adopters.

If you are local (within 300 miles of Hale Center, Texas) and will be coming to Hale Center to pick up your adopted dog, the adoption fee is $200. There will be no transport cost since you will be picking up the dog yourself.
Submitting this application does not mean you are commiting to a dog, nor does it guarantee you will get that dog. It is simply a tool we use to help both you and us identify a good potential match for your family and lifestyle.

A successful adoption depends on selecting the right dog for your household and a good understanding of the dog's needs and care requirements. Please help us with this process by answering the following questions fully & completely. THANK YOU!
Name of the dog you want to adopt*
Adopter's First Name*
First Name
Adopter's Last Name*
Last Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Adopter's E-mail*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Phone Type*

CellHomeWork
AGES of all permanent residents of your home (adults/children, including yourself)*
Do you currently have any pets?*

YesNo
If you currently have pets, please list them below.*
Are your current pets fixed (spayed or neutered)?*

YesNo
If your current pets are not fixed, please explain why below.
Tell us a little bit about your dog experience. Did you grow up with dogs? Is this your first dog? First dog as an adult? What breeds/mixes do you have experience with? If you're adopting a puppy, have you had experience raising a puppy?
Vet reference
Vet name, address & phone number
Two Personal References*
Are you planning to move in the near future?*

YesNo
If moving soon, to what city/state?
When will you be ready to adopt this dog?*

TodayThis weekendWithin a weekWithin a monthNot ready yet, just researchingNext available Project Freedom Ride transport
Are you in contact with any other rescues or shelters about a specific dog?*

Yes, application is pendingYes, just an email inquiry, no app yetNo, but I am looking at several dogs onlineNo, I am only interested in this particular dog
Are you going to meet another dog?*

YesNo
If so, when?
Is anyone in your home allergic to dogs?*

YesNo
Does anyone in your home fear dogs?*

YesNo
Are you familiar with dog regulations in your area?*

YesNo
If you answered no to the question above, please contact your town/county/condo assoc and ask them what the regulations are.
If yes, please describe local dog regulations and restrictions:
I/We live in a*

Single Family HomeDuplex/TwinCondo/TownhomeTrailerApartment
Do you rent or own this property?*

RentOwn
Renters, have you contacted your landlord to find out if there's any restrictions on the kind or size of dog you can have? Are you aware of any pet deposit required?

YesNoNot yet, but I willIt's written in our lease
Approximate square footage of your home*

Less than 1,000 square feet1,000-2,500 square feetOver 2,500 square feet
Do you have a yard?*

Yard, fenced with a vertical fenceYard, fenced with invisible fencingYard, no fenceNo yard (apartment/condo/townhome)
If vertical fence, what is your fence height?

4' high or less5' or higher
Do you work outside the home?*

YesNoOne applicant is home/works from homeWe work different shifts
How many hours per day will this dog be alone? Please explain.*
Have you discussed this adoption with all members of your household?*

YesNoYes, adults have discussed. Kids don't know yet.
Upon meeting the dog, what would give you cause to not want to adopt it? Please explain.*
Fantasy question: What would your dream dog be like? (If this dog is not a fit, we may be able to recommend another based on what you say here.)*
What activity/energy level do you prefer?*

Wild and crazy is coolLeash trained daily jogging partner would be excellentMedium energy, plays a bit then hangs out with youLow energy, walks slowly on leash, a total couch potatoOther
Please check all that apply. I want to adopt this dog...*

As a family petTo train/use for agilityTo train/use as a therapy dogFor a jogging/hiking partnerTo interact with lots of friends/familyAs a companion for my dog(s)As a companion for my cat(s)As a companion for my child/children
Please check all that apply. My adopted dog will...*

Be kept outside most of the timeBe kept indoors most of the timeBe left outside during the work day while we are awayBe kept inside while we are awayBe crated when we are not homeHave free reign of the house when we are not homeBe taken to formal obedience classesBe trained by me/usBe mostly interacting with adultsBe interacting frequently with children under 8Be interacting frequently with older childrenBe attending agility classesBe taking frequent car rides/trips with usBe boarded when we go on vacationStay with family when we go on vacationBe going camping with usBe going on boat trips with us
Please take time to think, be honest with yourself and us when answering this question. What are you absolutely NOT willing to deal with at the time of adoption or at any time during the life of the dog?*

HousebreakingChewingJumpingPulling on leash during walksCounter surfingObedience trainingFear of menFear of womenFear of childrenMouthiness (may sometimes snag your hand or arm instead of the toy in play and will need redirection/training)GrowlingBarkingRough play with my dogHigh activity levelFood/toy aggression/not willing to share with other dogsWhining/cryingSeparation AnxietyTaking classes with the dogDoesn't know how to climb stairsI will do whatever it takes to help this dog adjust and work with a trainer to help resolve any training needs.Other
What is it about this dog specifically that drew you to him/her? Are you looking for a specific breed/mix, gender, size, age?*
Do you have any additional comments, questions or concerns? Anything else you would like us to know to help match you up to a dog?*
I understand that completing this application does not guarantee I will be allowed to adopt a dog, and that the application is a tool to help Paw Pals of Hale Center determine if this dog and my family are a good fit for each other. I acknowledge that all information provided on this form is true and correct. I also certify that I have never been convicted of animal cruelty or neglect.

I agree to allow a representative from Paw Pals of Hale Center to contact my vet for a reference and also agree to allowing a home visit or video call prior to adopting this dog. If I am approved to adopt a dog, I agree to pay the above listed adoption fee.

I understand that all dogs adopted from Paw Pals of Hale Center will be spayed/neutered, microchipped, heartworm tested, fecal tested (if adopted through PFR), and vaccinated prior to adoption.
Please read the above, check this box, sign, and click Submit.*

I/We have read and understand all of the above.
Applicant's Signature*
Signature date*
After you submit this form, it will take you back to the Paw Pals of Hale Center page. Feel free to email us with any questions:

pawpalshc@gmail.com

Renters: Please send a copy of the pet section of your lease or a landlord pet permission letter to the email address above.

Paw Pals of Hale Center reserves the right to reject any application based on information obtained during this screening process. Please understand that our primary goal is the health, happiness, and safety of our rescued dogs.
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