Which Dog are you interested in?

Why are you interested in this particular Dog?

If the Dog you are applying for is already adopted at the time we receive your application, or if the Dog does not fit into your current lifestyle, are you interested in adopting another?

If you need helping finding a match, please let us know what characteristics you're looking for in the "perfect" Dog.

There is no wrong answer, we simply watch to find the best match for you!

Are you able to pay an adoption fee, if approved for adoption?

What characteristics and/or behaviors would you prefer your Dog NOT to have?

Please tell us more about your family and who will be living with the Dog.

Please include names and ages of everyone in the household.

Is anyone in the household allergic to dogs? If so, tell us more.

Does everyone share your interest in adopting this Dog?

If not, please explain.

Besides those children listed above, is your home visited frequently by children? Yes No Maybe

If not now, are there plans for children in the future? Yes No Maybe

Please tell us about any pets in your household.

Include Pet's name, gender, age, whether they are spayed/neutered and their temperament. Please let us know if any animal currently in the home shows any signs of aggression.

Are you able to keep your new Dog separated from your current pets for the first few days after they arrive? Yes No Maybe

Your new Dog may need time to decompress and acclimate to your home.

Please list any Deceased Pets along with their Veterinarian's contact information.

Please include Full Name, City, State and Contact Number AND please inform this office we will call for a reference.

How would you describe your family's activity level? Low - Active around the home Medium - We take walks and get some exercise outside of the home regularly High - Our family is very active frequently going hiking, running, camping, etc.

What will be your Dog's main form of exercise?

Have you adopted a Dog before?

If so, from where?

Have you ever rehomed or surrendered a pet you previously owned?

If yes, please provide details.

Adopting a pet is a lifelong commitment, are you willing to care for your Dog for their entire life? Yes No

Are you willing and financially able to provide your Dog with their routine medical care, including check ups and annual immunizations? Yes No

Are you willing and financially able to keep your Dog up-to-date on all flea, tick and heartworm prevention? Yes No

What is your preferred brand of prevention for flea, tick and heartworm? If not from your Veterinarian, where will purchase your prevention?

Are you willing and financially able to provide your Dog with emergency care, if the occasion arises? Yes No

Current Veterinarian

Please include full name, address, and a good contact number.

Are you willing to to send us future medical records upon request?

Do you currently own or rent your home? Own Rent

If you are currently renting, do you have permission from your Landlord to have a Dog in the home? Are there size restrictions?

Please provide Landlord's full name and contact number.

Do you have a fenced yard? If so, what type and how high?

Please note that not having a fenced yard will not affect the approval of your application.

If you don't have a fenced yard, how will you ensure their safety when outside?

i.e. always on a leash, a zip line or cable run when in the yard, etc.

What kind of leash, collar and harness do you intend to use with your Dog?

Please include if you will include a name tag, AirTag, etc.

Are you currently Employed? Yes No

Place of Employment

Approximately many hours per day are you away for work?

Where will your Dog be while you are at work?

i.e. in a crate, in an enclosed area of your home, with family, etc.

On an average day, how long will your Dog be left alone?

This is the amount of time they will be without a human.

Where will your Dog spend most of it's time during the day?

i.e. doggie room, crate, living room, downstairs, in the backyard, in the garage, etc.

Where will your Dog spend most of it's time during the night?

i.e. doggie room, crate, living room, downstairs, in the backyard, in the garage, etc.

Do you have a doggie door? Yes No

Will your Dog attend formal obedience training?

Let us know where they will be training, if you already have training set up.

Are you familiar with the use of a crate and crate training your Dog?

Will your Dog be allowed on furniture? Yes No

How much is shedding a concern for you? Shedding is of no concern I'd prefer a Dog that sheds less than most Shedding is a big concern

How will you handle the situation if your new Dog is chewing your furniture?

How will you handle the situation if your new Dog is crying in the crate, causing you to lose sleep?

How will you handle the situation if your new Dog is breaking out of their crate?

How will you handle the situation if your new Dog has separation anxiety?

How will handle the situation if your new Dog is not getting along with your current pets?

How will you handle the situation if your Dog begins to resource guard?

How will you handle the situation if anyone in your family develops allergies to your new Dog?

Is there any reason you might return a Dog?

i.e. doesn't get along with my child, sheds too much, is not potty trained, etc.

Applicant's Driver's License Number

Please include the STATE it was issued.

How did you hear about this Dog? Social Media (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, etc.) PetFinder Right here on ShelterLuv Family/Friends Other

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