Adoption Application

Adoption Application - General

Personal Information
First Name *
Last Name *
Date of Birth * All applicants must be over the age of 21.
Street Address *
City *
State *
Zipcode *
How long have you lived at this address? *
Email Address *
Cell Phone *
Home Phone Please include your area code.
Occupation *
Name of employer *
Why do you want to adopt this pet? *
Have you had pets in the past? *
Please list what species of pets you have previously had.
Do you have current pets? *
Please list all current pets in the household (names, species, ages, spayed/neutered).
Who will be responsible for this animal? Please choose all that apply. *
Please acknowledge that cats can live on average for 15 years, dogs 10 years, small critters 3+ years, and that you are committing to taking care of this animal for the rest of its life. *
What is your plan for your pets should anything happen to you and you are no longer able to care for them? *
Are you a frequent traveler? *
Where will this animal stay while you're away?
Please list all occupants in your home. (Name, Age, and Relation to You) *
Do you rent your home? *
Do you have an HOA or pay lot rent?
Please provide the name and phone number for your HOA or property manager.
Please provide you landlord's Name and Phone Number. *
I agree, in accordance with the DCSPCA adoption contract, that if I cannot keep this animal for any reason, I will return the animal to the DCSPCA (I will not rehome or give away the animal without contacting the DCSPCA first). *
Where did you hear about us? *
Animal Section Please choose the correct species to trigger the appropriate questions.
What age group are you interested in? (select all that apply)
What is your preferred sex of animal? *
Preferred size when fully grown? *
Species of pet you would like? *
Are you looking for a working cat? * A working cat is a barn/outside cat that is unhappy living indoors/confined.
Would you consider adopting an animal with special needs? Special needs range from chronic medical conditions to physical disabilities. Most pets with special needs live long full lives with proper love and support.
How many hours per day will this dog be left alone? *
Where will this dog be when left alone? *
How do you plan to train this dog? *
Do you acknowledge that it can take up to 2 months for a dog to adjust to a new home? *
Have you ever had a declawed cat? *
If yes, please explain.
How many hours per day will this cat be left alone? *
When left alone, where will this cat be kept? *
This cat will be: Indoors, Outdoors or Both *
What is your plan to introduce this animal to other animals in your home? *
Do you acknowledge that it can take up to 3 months for a cat to adjust to a new home? *
What type of facility will this cat live in? *
If other, please explain. *
Address of facility (Street, City, State, Zip) *
Do you rent or own this facility? *
If rented, you agree to provide a letter from the landlord authorizing this adoption. *
Is the facility climate controlled? If yes, how? (Oil heat, A/C, etc.) *
Are their other animals in the facility? If so, what kind and how many? *
What is the distance of the facility from the road? *
Will someone be at the facility on a daily basis? *
Do you plan to declaw this working cat? *
Do you agree to provide a constant supply of food and water to this cat *
Do you agree to adhere to the DCSPCA's policy of a confined adjustment period for 1-2 weeks for this cat? *
Do you agree to provide veterinary care for this cat, including routine vaccinations? *
Do you agree to allow a DCSPCA staff member to inspect the facility prior to adoption? *
Where will this rabbit be housed? *
How many hours per day will this rabbit be left alone? *
When left alone, where will this rabbit be kept? *
If caged, how often do you plan to take this rabbit out for playtime and exercise? *
Do you acknowledge that it can take up to 3 months for an animal to adjust to a new home? *
Where will this chinchilla be housed *
How many hours per day will this chinchilla be left alone? *
Where will this ferret be housed? *
How many hours per day will this ferret be left alone? *
Where will this gerbil be housed? *
How many hours per day will this gerbil be left alone? *
Where will this guinea pig be housed? *
How many hours per day will this guinea pig be left alone? *
Where will this hamster be housed? *
How many hours per day will this hamster be left alone? *
Where will this mouse be housed? *
How many hours per day will this mouse be left alone? *
Where will this rat be housed? *
How many hours per day will this rat be left alone? *
Anything else you would like us to know about the sort of pet you are seeking? *
References and Disclaimers
Name of personal reference #1. Please note that references cannot be related to you. *
Reference #1 phone number. *
How is this person related to you? *
Name of personal reference #2. Please note that references cannot be related to you. *
Reference #2 phone number. *
How is this person related to you? *
Name of personal reference #3. Please note that references cannot be related to you. *
Reference #3 phone number. *
How is this person related to you? *
Please provide the Name and Phone # of your current Veterinarian. *
I have called my veterinarian's office and given authorization for them to speak with Dutchess County SPCA about my care of my pets. *
I understand that this application does not guarantee approval. Approval is contingent on the results of DCSPCA's review process. DCSPCA has the right to reject any application if it is considered not to be in the best interests of the animal. *
Please upload an image of a current photo ID. If you are unable to do so, our staff can make a copy in person upon approval.
For the purpose of adopting, I certify that the above statements are true and complete. The DCSPCA retains the right to deny any adoption due to false information, or if the staff believes that it is in the best interest of the animal. *
Meet Your Match Adopter Assessment If you plan on adopting a cat, please consider taking this brief Meet Your Match assessment. Our cats will each have a color corresponding with their personality. Link: https://aspcameetyourmatch.org/
Type your full name to electronically sign this document. *

Adoption Application - General

Personal Information

Animal Section

References and Disclaimers

Meet Your Match Adopter Assessment