Hail Mary Rescue Adoption Application

Hail Mary Rescue Adoption Application

Hail Mary Rescue 259 School Lane, Thibodaux, La 70301. www.hailmaryrescue.com
Hail Mary Rescue Adoption Application is in place to make sure You, your Family and our Dogs are matched correctly to the best of our abilty. Our dogs are in foster homes where the personalities, likes/dislikes can be discussed with our fosters.

All of our dogs are fully vaccinated, spayed and neutered, and microchipped. Most of our adult dogs receive a 6 month Proheart inj and are parasite free.
If you are doing an out of state adoption, our Louisiana dogs arrive with a Health Certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian and we use USDA licensed transport companies. Hail Mary Rescue covers the cost of transport.

We pre adopt our dogs on a 14 day trail period and if you feel our dog is not a good match for you and your family, we will reimburse the full adoption donation if we are contacted prior to the 14 day expiration period.

We match our dogs according to the information YOU answer here. If the dog you are interested in is not suitable, we will be more than happy to try and find one who is. Southeast Louisiana has an overpopulation of unwanted dogs turned into area shelters daily.

Every application is responded to by our adoption coordinators. Submitting the application does NOT mean the dog is yours. We are all Volunteers so please give us time to match you up with a wonderful dog.
Which dog are you interested in *
Adopter's Name*
First & Last Name
Co-Adopter's Name
First & Last Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Adopter's E-mail*
example@example.com
Co-Adopter's E-mail
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Phone Type*

CellHomeWork
Names/Ages of all permanent residents(adults/children)*
Your Occupation and hours away from home?*
How many hours are you at work/5 days?
If you work outside the home for 8 hour days or longer, what arrangements will be made for the dog?*
If Self Employed, please state what type of business and hours away from home *
Current pets, breed, age, heartworm prevention, spayed/neutered*
Current pets, breed/age
If your current dog is not altered, explain why.
Type of Heartworm Prevention used
If you are currently living in the Northern states and your vet does not recommend HW prevention yearly, please state here.
If you will be a first time dog owner, please explain what you know about heartworms and heartworm prevention
Vet reference (please call your vet and give permission to release information to us)*
Vet name, address & phone number
How does your current dog react when a new dog comes into the home?**

Friendly and acceptingCautious, but warms upFearfulAggressiveWill share food/toysOther
Please add any other comments here
My dog has shown aggression on walks, in strange places, etc
Is anyone in your home allergic to dogs?*

YesNo
Does anyone in your home fear dogs?*

YesNo
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 researching
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:
Do you rent or own this property?*

RentOwn
If you rent, you must show us a written letter from your landlord or a copy of the section of your lease stating that you are allowed to have dogs and showing any limitations.

If you live in a condo or townhome, you must show us written proof that you are allowed to have a dog there and show any restrictions.
Do you have a fully enclosed fenced yard attached to a door leading from your home? If so, check off type/height/size of yard. If not, check where appropriate.*

4 ft cyclone6 ft cyclone4 ft wooden6 ft woodenSmall private courtyard off apartment/condoYard, no fenceNo yard (apartment/condo/townhome)Other
If you checked other, please explain here.
I/We live in a*

Single Family HomeDuplex/TwinCondo/TownhomeTrailerApartmentOther
If you checked other, please explain here.
Is your fenced yard *

2700 square feetsmaller than 2700 square feetlarger than 2700 square feetOther
If you checked other, please explain here.
Please check all that apply. My adopted dog will...*

Be kept outside most of the timeBe kept indoors most of the timeHave free reign of the house when we are not homeBe in an crate appropriate for size when we are not homeBe kept on a lead line/cable in the yardTake frequent car rides with usWill be walked more than one mile per day every dayWill be walked occasionallyWalks are in a quiet neighborhoodWalks are in a busy cityBe mostly interacting with adultsBe interacting frequently with children under 8Be interacting frequently with older childrenBe trained by us WITHOUT the advice of a trainerBe trained by us WITH the advise of a trainerBe boarded when we go on vacationStay with family when we go on vacationOther
If you checked other, please explain here.
How much do you feel you can reasonably afford and would be willing to spend on your dog per year? Veterinary care, licensing, ID tag, food, toys, crate, other supplies, training, pet sitting, etc? *
Have you discussed this adoption with all members of your household?

YesNoYes, adults have discussed. Kids don't know yet.Other
If you checked other, please explain here.
What activity level do you prefer?*

Leash 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
If you checked other, please explain here.
Based on the descritpion in the dog's bio, do you feel pretty confident that you will be likely to adopt this dog upon meeting it?*

YesNoNot sure
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? *
What do you feel is a reasonable amount of time for a dog to adjust to life with you/your family?*
How do you plan to integrate this dog into your family?*
What would you do if you discovered after adoption (at any time during the life of the dog) if your vet diagnosed an expensive health condition?*
We will be speaking to all household residents to confirm everyone is aware of this application process and wants to have a dog added to the family. Please do not submit this application if you are "trying to talk someone into" adopting this dog or think "once they meet the dog, they will want one" or "I'm getting this dog as a birthday present for them." In those scenarios, you are welcome to email us to discuss the dog, but we would like all adults in the home to be involved in that email discussion.
We require at least two References *
Do you have any additional comments, questions or concerns?
Please check this box, sign, and click Submit to confirm that you have read the above and have read the full details.*

I/We have read and understand all of the above.
Applicant's Signature*
Co-Applicant's Signature
Signature date*
After you submit this form we will review your application and get in touch if we feel you are a good match.
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