Adoption Application

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Adopter's Rescue (HIDDEN)
Border Collie Save & Rescue's top mission is the stewardship of the dogs that are rescued by BCSAVE and the long term well-being of those dogs after they leave BCSAVE's care. For this reason, BCSAVE does not offer "open adoptions". All BCSAVE adopters go through a vetting and approval process to help us better understand the needs, wants and experience level of the potential adopter. Once the adoption approval process is complete, BCSAVE will work with the potential adopter to find a dog in the rescue who best matches their living situation, lifestyle, and preferences. This means that an approved adopter may not always be matched with the dog they initially applied for due to certaint temperament/environment considerations as well as the availability of the dog. BCSAVE encourages everyone to keep an open mind during this process and promises to be transparent and considerate of the best interests of both the dog and the adopter so that a dog's next home really is a forever home. Approved adopters are added to a waiting list if there is no immediate perfect match. We encourage potential applicants to not wait until the “perfect” dog comes along, but to start the process sooner to have priority as a pre-vetted applicant when that perfect dogs does come along. Because BCSAVE is entirely volunteer based, it may take up to 2 weeks to contact you after receiving your application. ADOPTION PROCESS Initial Phone Screening: An initial "get to know you" phone call with a BCSAVE volunteer to go over the application, get more details about what the applicant is looking for, answer any questions the applicant has regarding the adoption processes. Home Check: After the application and phone interview, we will request a virtual home visit to help ensure our Border Collies are going to a suitable home for their particular needs. Reference Check: After the application and phone interview, we will complete the veterinary and landlord (as applicable) reference checks. Find Your Dog: It is our goal to find appropriate homes for our dogs and will begin discussing specific dogs and working towards meet & greets with them. Meet & Adopt: Make arrangement to meet with a dog, and if everything goes as hoped, process the adoption. Please ask if you need any assistance or advice in bringing a new dog into your household and we will try and help in any way that we can. BCSAVE's relationships with our adopters do not end at the adoption. BCSAVE alumni often become volunteers, fosters, or just stay in touch to share updates, photos, stories. Stay in touch via our Facebook, Instagram or email/text – we love to hear from you! ADOPTION FEES $350 for puppies under 6 months $100 for seniors over 8 years or with known medical issues $300 for all other standard adoptions (adoption fees do not include any transportation or other negotiated costs) ADOPTION POLICIES All applicants must be of 18 years or older. BCSAVE does not guarantee that you will be matched with any specific dog. No adoptions will be processed as "gifts". BCSAVE cannot make any guarantees concerning the health, habits, temperament, background, or age of any dog being adopted. All dogs, unless otherwise specified: a. Have a current heartworm negative test b. Are up-to-date on core vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella) c. Are spayed/neutered d. Are microchipped e. On a heartworm, flea, and tick preventative All adoptions are at the sole discretion of BCSAVE, and we reserve the right to deny any applicant for any reason. OUT OF STATE ADOPTIONS Due to limited volunteer capacity, BCSAVE gives priority to applicants who are local to the dog being adopted and to those who are willing to travel to meet a dog in the location they are being fostered. BCSAVE works with a number of rescue & commercial transport services that can transport dogs to different locations throughout continental United States. Out of state adoptions can be a lengthier process due to the additional logistics and requirements involved. Coordinating transportation through a third party company or transporter is not guaranteed. If transportation cannot be arranged, the adopter must be willing to travel to the dog’s location to meet and pick up the dog. All transportation arrangements and fees are the sole responsibility of the adopter. The fees may include: Fees to the transporter. Cost for any necessary crates and travel gear. Any additional vet fees for a Travel Health Certifcates for the state the dog is being transported to. Cost of any additional vaccinations, bloodwork, or tests that required by the state the dog is being transported to. Thank you for your interest in adopting from Border Collie Save & Rescue!

Acknowledge that you have read the above and wish to continue: *	Acknowledge

CONTACT SECTION
Are you over 18? *
Must Be Over 18 BCSAVE cannot process any applications unless you are over 18 years old.

First Name *
Last Name *
Email Address *
Street Address *
City *
State * Two Digit State Code
Zip Code *
Cell # Format (###) ###-####
Alternate Phone # Optional secondary # or for a non-cell #.
Alternate Phone Type
Alternate Phone Note E.g. Work Ext., Spouse's Cell, etc.
Preferred Contact Methods Select all that apply
Out of State Applicants If you are not able to travel to either DFW or Austin to adopt, we encourage you to look locally, as it may be weeks or months before we are able to finalize any adoption. BCSAVE is not able to foster dogs outside of Texas, parts of Oklahoma, and parts of Lousiana, except in very specific circumstances. All transportation arrangements and fees are the sole responsibility of the adopter. On occasion, adoptions do not work out. Prior to all out of state adoptions, BCSAVE will require the adopter to have a plan in place for an adopted dog in the unfortunate and rare event that something happens. Typically, this will be an agreement to transport the dog back to BCSAVE in Texas; however, BCSAVE may also allow other arrangements, such as an alternative adopter, to be made on a case by case basis.
HOUSEHOLD SECTION
Please select your current residence type. *
If you answered "other" above, please explain here:
Do you own or rent your home? *
Do you have permission to have a dog?
Landlord's or Leasing Agent's Contact Info: Include Name and Phone #
Do you have any restrictions we need to be aware of? e.g. maximum weight, breed restrictions, etc.
Rental Restrictions
Do you have a fully fenced yard? *
Describe Your Yard: Approximate size, fence material type, and height of fence, available shade, etc.
Including yourself, how many people live in your household?
Ages of people in your household:
Do you consider your house to be:
ANIMALS SECTION

Types of animals you currently have: Select all that apply

Is your cat(s) experienced with dogs?
How many dogs currently reside with you?
List their names, breeds, ages and a brief description of all dogs.
What ages of dogs do you have experience with?
How are your current dogs with people in your home?
On a typical day, how many hours will the dog be at home without any people? *
On a typical day, where will the dog stay (e.g., indoors-crated, indoors-free roam, designated room, backyard, etc.)?
Where will the dog sleep?
What types of physical activity do you plan on doing with the dog?
What type of mental activities (ex: games, puzzles, training) do you plan on doing with the dog?
What type of behavioral challenges have you encountered with your current or former dogs?
Have you ever worked with a pet professional to resolve any behavioral issues?
Have you ever given up an animal in your care?
Describe the experience:
Under what circumstances would you give up a dog?
ADOPTION SECTION
BCSAVE approves adopters separate from the dogs. An applicant may be approved for adoption, but may be denied specific dogs if BCSAVE does not believe that the home & dog are a good match. Be aware that some listed dogs may already have pre-approved adopters.
Why do you want to adopt a Border Collie?
What is your timeline to adopt?
Is there a specific dog you are most interested in?
Is there a 2nd dog you like?
Why are you interested in this dog?
If the selected dog(s) is not available, are you interested in being match with another dog?
Preferred Sex of dog:

Preferred age group(s) of dog: Select all that apply

Desired Drive(s): Select all that apply

Desired Energy Level(s): Select all that apply

Activities you want the dog for: Select all that apply

Additional requirements you would like in a dog: List requirements: e.g. coat type, color, training, etc.

Would you consider a special needs dog with any of these conditions? Select all that apply

VETERINARIAN SECTION
Veterinarian's Contact If you have never owned a pet please tell us where you would go.
Are you willing to allow BCSAVE to contact your veterinarian about your current and/or past pets?
Are your pets current on their vaccinations?
Are you familiar with heartworm and heartworm prevention?
Are your dogs currently on heartworm preventative?
OTHER SECTION
Is there anything else you would like us to know when considering your application?
How did you hear about BCSAVE?
Would you be interested in fostering or volunteering for BCSAVE? Select all that apply
AGREEMENTS SECTION
Will you allow us to perform a pre-adoption home check? * BCSAVE has moved to virtual home checks on all adopters as part of our vetting process.
Some of the dogs BCSAVE adopts out may not be house broken, may have socialization issues, and/or may be in need of continued veterinary care: *	Acknowledge
BCSAVE places priority on placing each dog within a home we deem appropriate and we may not adopt out certain dogs to an applicant, even if their application is approved: *	Acknowledge
If for any reason you cannot keep the dog, BCSAVE requests you contact us and give BCSAVE the opportunity to reclaim the dog: *	Acknowledge
BCSAVE gets most of our dogs from shelters or from owner surrenders and we have no way of knowing or verifying the dog’s full background: *	Acknowledge
BCSAVE makes no guarantees, representations, or warranties, either expressed or implied, as to the age, breed, habits, temperament, character, or overall health of any dog adopted: *	Acknowledge

I have read the foregoing and certify that the answers I have given are complete, true and not misleading in any way: *	Agree

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) is Texas based all volunteer 501(c)(3) in-home foster based dog rescue dedicated to helping Border Collies and Border Collie mixes.

Adoption Application

Must Be Over 18

Out of State Applicants