AAW Adoption Enquiry

Expression of Interest - Cat & Dog Adoption Application
Thank you for your interest in adopting through Albany Animal Welfare. Please complete the form below as thoroughly as possible. This form is used for both cat and dog adoption applications.
Note that all fields marked with an asterix (*) are a mandatory requirement to ensure your form submits successfully.
What type of animal are you applying for?
Cat or Dog *
AAW Animal Name DOG
AAW Animal Name CAT
Your Details
Applicant's First Name *
Applicant's Surname *
Year of Birth *
Email Address *
Mobile Phone *
Street Address *
City *
State *	WA NSW QLD SA VIC NT ACT
Post Code *
Name of Shire/Municipality you reside in (for registration compliance) *
What is your preferred time/day for an AAW volunteer to ring should we need to contact you for further information? *
Occupation *	Employed Self-employed Student Retired Unemployed Pensioner Other
Approximately how many hours per day will the animal be without human companionship? *
If you travel or go away, what care arrangements would you make for this animal? *
Are you aware that all dogs and cats must, by law, be registered with your local shire? *
Are there any delays in your availability to adopt? *
Have you considered the long-term responsibilities of dog ownership, particularly if adopting a puppy, including factors such as: Adult size and exercise requirements Training and socialisation needs Daily time commitment for companionship, play, and walks Financial responsibilities including food, veterinary care, vaccinations, flea/worm prevention, grooming, and unexpected medical expenses Long-term housing stability and rental permissions if applicable The long-term commitment of caring for a dog that may live 10–15 years or more
Have you considered the long-term responsibilities of cat ownership, particularly if adopting a kitten, including factors such as: The differences between adopting a kitten or an adult cat Ongoing financial responsibilities including food, veterinary care, vaccinations, flea/worm prevention, toys, enrichment, and unexpected medical expenses Providing adequate companionship, play, and enrichment Safe housing arrangements, including indoor living or secure outdoor enclosures/cat runs where applicable Long-term housing stability and rental permissions if applicable The long-term commitment of caring for a cat that may live 15–20 years or more
Sterilisation Requirement (Cats) * All kittens adopted from AAW must be sterilised at 3–6 months of age, depending on development and veterinary advice. This is included in your adoption fee when using an approved AAW partner vet. If your kitten is under 6 months, please select your preferred approved vet below. If you use a non-approved vet, sterilisation costs will be your responsibility.
Sterilisation Requirement (Dogs) * All puppies adopted from AAW must be sterilised at 6–9 months of age, depending on breed size and veterinary advice. This is included in your adoption fee when using an approved AAW partner vet. If your puppy is under 9 months, please select your preferred approved vet below. If you use a non-approved vet, sterilisation costs will be your responsibility.
Vet Choices	Lockyer Avenue Vet, Albany Kojonup Vet Katanning Vet Mount Barker Vet
Enquiry for Dogs
Are you looking for a male or female? *
Cat Preferences Please select your preferences.
Are you looking for a male or female? *
Are you looking for a kitten or adult cat? Why it matters: kittens need more time, training, supervision; adults are often more settled. *	Kitten (under 10 weeks) Kitten (under 6 months) Young cat (6 months – 2 years) Adult cat (2–7 years) Senior cat (7+ years) No preference
Do you have a preference for coat length? Why it matters: Long hair (more grooming) Short hair (lower maintenance) *	Short hair Medium hair Long hair No preference
What type of cat personality are you looking for? *	Very affectionate / lap cat Playful and energetic Independent / low maintenance Shy / quiet / calm cat Good with children Good with other pets No preference
What size dog are you looking for? *	Small Medium Large XLarge Not concerned
Are you looking for a puppy or an adult dog? *	Puppy (under 12 weeks) Puppy 3-6 months Young Adult 6-12 months Adult 1-3 years Adult 4-7 years Senior
Please tell us about your lifestyle and the type of home environment you can provide for this dog. Please include detailed information about: The amount of exercise the dog would receive each day/week The types of activities you plan to provide (for example: walks, beach visits, bush walks, dog parks, running, farm life, playtime, etc.) How often the dog would participate in these activities *
Please tell us how you intend to support this dog to become a well-adjusted companion. e.g. How do you intend to socialise, train, and manage the behaviour of this dog? *
Who will this animal be living with? Please list all adult members of the household. This information helps us ensure the animal is comfortable and well suited to the people and environment they will be sharing their home with. *
Will there be any children living in or regularly visiting the home? Please include their ages and how often they will be around the animal. *
If yes, please list their ages
Your Property
Do you own or rent your home? *	Own Rent Share rental with friends
If renting, please provide more information on duration of lease, how long you have been at the property, how you intend to provide for the animal if you are needing to move residence. * if not renting, select N/A
If renting, do you have landlord approval to house this animal?
Please describe your fencing and gates, including the materials used and approximate height. * Examples may include: Colorbond fencing, timber fencing, rural/wire fencing, fully enclosed yards, pool fencing, lockable gates, etc.Standard colourbond is 1.8m and 1.6m picket fencing is often 1.2m
Is your yard considered (select one) *
Please describe the shelter and weather protection available for the animal on your property. * Examples may include: undercover patio area, kennel, indoor access, dog door, purpose-built enclosure, shaded areas, or enclosed verandah.
Please provide photographs of your fencing, shelter and gates. *3 photos are required as a minimum for this application to proceed. Please NOTE that if you do not have access to property photos at time of submitting this application, attach 3 other photos of your choice. Should your application be successful, we will be in touch to request photos at the time, however, no photos will cause delay in your application proceeding.
Property Photo *
Property Photo *
Property Photo *
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Property Photo
Please provide photographs of the area the cat will be housed in (eg catio, loungeroom, purpose built enclosure). *3 photos are required as a minimum for this application to proceed. Please NOTE that if you do not have access to property photos at time of submitting this application, attach 3 other photos of your choice. Should your application be successful, we will be in touch to request photos at the time, however, no photos will cause delay in your application proceeding.
Photo of Cat’s Indoor or Outdoor Area *
Photo of Cat’s Indoor or Outdoor Area *
Photo of Cat’s Indoor or Outdoor Area *
Photo of Cat’s Indoor or Outdoor Area
Photo of Cat’s Indoor or Outdoor Area
Photo of Cat’s Indoor or Outdoor Area
Will the cat live indoors only? *
Do you have a catio or enclosure? *
Describe your catio set up (if no catio, mark the field as N/A) *
Your Current Pets
Will this animal be sharing the home with other animals? *
If yes, please provide details. Please include species/type, age, sex, breed, size. It is important to inform AAW on each animal's desexed status where applicable. e.g. Dog - Kelpie - 8 yrs - Female - Sterilised
Where did you hear about AAW? * Select one of the options *
*	CHECK THE BOX TO PROCEED - I confirm that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorise AAW to contact relevant references, landlords, and veterinarians as part of the adoption assessment process. I understand that adopting an animal is a long-term commitment involving ongoing financial, behavioural, and veterinary responsibilities.and that AAW cannot guarantee future health, behaviour, or temperament.