ADOPTION APPLICATION

Dog Name (Optional)

Reason for Adoption:
Family CompanionPersonal ProtectionFor ChildGiftCompanion For Current DogReplace A Previous DogOther

If Other, please explain why you chose this dog.

If you're interested in a specific dog for adoption, please explain why you chose this dog.

Type of Dog You Want

Size: —Please choose an option—SmallMediumLargeDoesn't matter
Sex: —Please choose an option—MaleFemaleDoesn't matter
Age: —Please choose an option—2-5 Months6 Months - 1 YearAdult DogSenior DogAny Age
Activity Level: —Please choose an option—Couch PotatoJogging PartnerAverage

Date you will be ready for your new dog (required)

mm/dd/yyyy

First Name (required)

Last Name (required)

Address (required)

City (required)

State (required)

Zip Code (required)

Home Phone (required)

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Cell Phone (required)

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Email Address (required)

Number of adults in home (required):

Please include ages in parentheses. Ex: "2 (35, 37)"

Employers for all family members (required)

Does Anyone in the home have special needs

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Number of children in home:

Please include ages in parentheses. Ex: "2 (10, 12)"

Please elaborate on all children(s) experience with dogs here. (required)

Does anyone in your family smoke?
YesNo

Is everyone in the household in agreement on adopting a new dog? (required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Type of Household (required)

—Please choose an option—Quiet or Low KeyActiveModerate

Housing Status (required)

—Please choose an option—RentOwnOther

Type of House (required)

—Please choose an option—Single FamilyApartmentCondo or Co/op

How long have you resided at your present address? (required)

Are you planning a move? (required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

If you are planning a move, when?

(Renters) Landlord (or Condo Association) & Phone Number

Please include phone number in parentheses. Ex: "John Smith (201-555-5555)"

(Renters) Are pets permitted?

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Do you have a yard or fence? (required)

—Please choose an option—YardCompletely Enclosed FenceElectronic FenceNone

If you have an enclosed fence, what is the height?

If you have an enclosed fence, what material is it made from?
WoodChain LinkCinder BlockBrickPlastic VinylSplit RailElectricPrivacy FencingOther
If "Other", please describe fence material:

If you do NOT have a completely enclosed fence or electronic fence how will you confine the dog to your property?

Please Describe (in detail) how long the dog will be alone each day, including commute times to and from work. What time does the last person leave home in the morning and the first arrive in the evening? (required)

Where will your new dog be kept while alone?(required)

Are there specific areas of your home where the dog will not be allowed?(required)

How will you exercise your dog?(required)

How long will your dog be exercised daily?(required)

Where will your dog sleep at night (required)

Names of Primary Caretaker (s) of Dog (required)

Will you be crate training your dog? (required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Have you ever crate trained a dog? (required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Do you own a crate?(required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Have you ever taken a dog to obedience training?(required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Do you understand that your dog may develop issues as it adjusts to your home?(required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Will you tolerate housebreaking accidents, chewing, or barking/whining? (required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

What steps would you take to resolve any behavioral issues (required)

Additionally, what issues would you NOT tolerate if any (required)

Why do you want a new dog and How long have you been searching?(required)

Is anyone in your house allergic or fearful of dogs? (required)

—Please choose an option—AllergicFearfulBothNeither

If yes, please elaborate

Do you have a nanny or or caregiver?

—Please choose an option—YesNo

Are they aware of this adoption and are they willing to take responsibility for the animal

—Please choose an option—YesNo

(OPTIONAL) If your pet will be alone during the day for extended periods, please list a dog walker, nanny or doggie daycare you would use. Please provide their contact information.

(OPTIONAL)Please provide a description of animal allergies, if any:

Do you have animals now? (required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

List NAME, BREED, AGE, CURRENT WEIGHT and SEX. (required)

Are they spayed/neutered?(required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

If no, explain.

Is Dog Up To Date On All Vaccines?
YesNoN/A
Is Dog Up To Date On Heartworm Prevention For Every Season?
YesNoN/A
Is Dog Up To Date On Flea/Tick Prevention For Every Season?
YesNoN/A

Have your animals ever been around other dogs?(required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

If yes, please describe your dog's behavior towards other dogs:
Choose from the following options:
--Select an option--Social/playful/middle-of-the-packSubmissiveAlphaOther (if other, please explain)

Explain:

List any animals you have had in the past 5 years. Include name, breed, sex, and how long you owned the pets.(required)

Reason for no longer owning the pets?(required)

Have you ever surrendered a pet (required)

—Please choose an option—YesNo

If yes why?

Have you ever utilized training pads in the process of housebreaking a dog? If so, please elaborate on that usage.

On your current/previous dogs which type of collar have you used?

—Please choose an option—Simple buckle collarHarnessMartingaleProng collarChainOther

If Other please explain

What kind of leash do you use for your current dog(s)?
Simple 6-foot leashRetractable LeashChainBungee LeashNo leashOther
If Other, please explain:

What brand of pet food do you feed your dog?

Veterinarian Information...Contact your vet to alert them that we will be calling them.

Vet Name:(required)

City:(required)

State:(required)

Zip Code:(required)

Phone:(required)

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Name of the person who the vet records are listed:(required)

Reference #1 (First of two references...non-family members).
Please list a reference that can attest to how you are with animals.

First Name:(required)

Last Name:(required)

Relationship:(required)

City:(required)

State:(required)

Daytime Phone Number:(required)

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Evening/Weekend Phone Number:(required)

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Reference #2 (Second of two references...non-family members).
Please list a reference that can attest to how you are with animals.

First Name:(required)

Last Name:(required)

Relationship:(required)

City:(required)

State:(required)

Daytime Phone Number:(required)

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Evening/Weekend Phone Number:(required)

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Reference #3.
Please list a non-family reference that can attest to how you are with animals.

First Name(required):

Last Name(required):

Relationship(required):

City(required):

State(required):

Daytime Phone Number(required):

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Evening/Weekend Phone Number(required):

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Where did you hear about us?(required)

—Please choose an option—WebsiteAdoption eventFacebookTwitterInstagramVetAdopt-A-PetI stopped by HFG FacilityPetfinderStreet Fair/Farmers MarketReferenceI am a previous HFG adopterPatchOther

If "other", please explain:(required)

ADOPTION AGREEMENT: You MUST CHECK ALL the following (required)

a. I understand that adopting a dog is a 10-15 year commitment.
b. I understand that I must take my pet to the vet for annual wellness exams and necessary vaccinations.
c. I understand that Home for Good Dog Rescue has the right to conduct a home visit.
d. I certify that all information in my application is true and there are no misrepresentations.
e. I certify that I have read, understand & agree to abide by the terms of the adoption process (Listed below).

Read Adoption Process Terms

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