Are you over the age of 18? *
No Yes
STOP!
Because you are under 18, please talk with your parent/guardian about adopting with us and have them submit this application.
PLEASE DO NOT CONTINUE.
How did you hear about us? *
Adopt-A-Pet
Petfinder
Word of Mouth
Facebook
Google/Our Website
Adoption Event
Other
Please tell us since you said other. *
Are you willing to take responsibility for a new animal for the next 10-20 years? *
No Yes
What type of animal are you wanting to adopt? *
Cat
Dog
Other Not Listed
Rabbit
Reptile
Please keep in mind if approved to meet a dog, ALL household members MUST be present at the meet and greet.
STOP THIS APPLICATION. IF INTERESTED IN AN ANIMAL OTHER THEN A CAT, DOG, OR RABBIT PLEASE VISIT:
Baltimore Critter Society
When are you able to bring your new pet home? (Be mindful of upcoming vacations & holidays) *
What are your preferences? *
Male
Female
Kitten
Young Adult (1-3yrs)
Adult
Senior
Long Hair
Medium Hair
Short Hair
Animal you are interested in adopting?
Would you be open to meeting a Cat/Kitten we feel will be best suited for you and your family, even if it isn't the one you specifically named above (if unavailable as well)? *Please note: We cannot guarantee the animal above might not be available once your application has been approved, hence why we ask this question. *
No Yes
First Name *
Middle Initial, if none put n/a *
Last Name *
Date of Birth *
Phone Number *
Please use the following format 248-555-1212
Best Contact Number is *
Cell Number
Home Number/Landline
Work Number
Email Address *
Please enter correctly as this is the main way we will contact you
Preferred method of Contact *
Phone Call
Texting Cell
Email
Street Address *
Apartment Number (if applicable)
City *
State *
Zip Code *
How long have you lived at this address? *
Less than one month
1-2 months
3-6 months
6-9 months
9-12 months
1-2 years
3-5 years
6-10 years
10 + years
Please select your current residence type. *
House
Apartment
Condo
Townhouse
Mobile Home
Other
Do you own or rent your home? *
Own
Rent
Someone else owns the Home
Someone else rents the Home
Who owns the home? *
Please proivde the Landlord's Name, Number, & Email *
If you rent, does your landlord and lease allow pets? *
Yes
No
Unsure
Are their any other adults in the home? *
No Yes
Are their kids in the home? *
No Yes
Please list the Full Names, Dates of Birth & Relationship of ALL adults & children who live in your home. (Failure to provide complete information could delay your application) *
Is everyone in your household aware that you are planning to adopt a pet? *
Yes
No
It's a Surprise
Employment Status *
Full-Time
Part-Time
Retired
Work from Home
Stay at Home Parent
Student
Unemployed
Other
If you chose "other" above, please explain: *
What is your occupation if employed? (Retail, construction, etc) *
Do you have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle? *
No Yes
What type of transport would you use to go to a meet and greet or the vet? (Select all that apply) *
Friend/Family Member
Bus
Taxi/Uber/Lyft
Other
Have you applied anywhere else for a pet? *
No Yes
Where else have you applied for a pet? *
Please provide 2 personal references. Name(s), number(s), & Email(s). (Email addresses will help us process your application quicker) *
Do you currently have any pets? *
No Yes
Please list their name(s), species, breed(s), age(s), and how long have you had them. *
Will your current pets adjust to a new pet in the house? *
Yes
No
Unsure
N/A
How will you introduce new pets to current ones and what will you do if they do not get along? *
Are all of your pets spayed/neutered/fixed? *
No Yes
Who is not spayed/neutered and why? *
Are your pets current on their vaccinations (Rabies & Distemper)? *
No Yes
Who is not current on vaccines, which vaccines, and why? *
Have you personally been responsible or taken care of a cat before? *
No Yes
Have you personally been responsible or taken care of a dog before? * *
No Yes
How many other pets (not counting current ones) have you owned in the last 5-10 years? *
What happened to your previous pets? *
Have you ever turned a pet into a shelter/rescue? *
No Yes
Please explain why you had to surrender your pet. *
Veterinarian's Name for your current and/or past pet(s). Also list who that vet has seen. *
Veterinarian's Phone Number *
Are you familiar with heartworm and heartworm prevention? *
No Yes
Is your current dog(s) on Heartworm prevenative?
No Yes
Please List Any Experience You Have Had With Rabbits before. *
Why do you want to adopt? *
Please describe the pet you are looking for and personailty. *
Please list what type of enclousure you plan on using. *
Will the rabbit be solely outdoor only, Indoor Only, or Indoor/Outdoor? *
Indoor/Outdoor
Outdoor Only
Indoor Only
Does anyone in your household have allergies to dogs/cats? *
No
Yes
Possibly
Unsure
On average, how many hours per day will your pet be left alone? *
How much do you think the annual medical bills will be for your pet? *
Less then $100
About $100
$100 - $200
$200 - $300
$300 - $500
$500 +
What would you do if the bills went over this amount? *
Where will the animal sleep? (Select all that apply) *
In bed with me
In bed with my child
In a pet bed
In a kennel/crate
Wherever he or she likes
Outside
Other
You answered "other" above, please explain: *
What areas will be off limits for the cat?
What are your thoughts about declawing? (if unsure what it is please put more info needed) *
How will you respond if your cat scratches the furniture or carpet? *
How will you respond if your cat fails to use the litter box all the time? *
Do you have a completely fenced-in yard? (Please note: A fenced-in yard is NOT a requirement! This is just good information for us to have to match you with the right dog.) *
No Yes
What type of fence? *
4ft
6ft+
Wood
Chain Link
Electric
Plastic
Iron
Other
Please explain why you selected other *
If you do not have a fenced yard, how will you let the animal use the potty? *
Will the dog be left outside alone and unsupervised for any extended period of time? *
No Yes
If yes, please explain. *
Are there times when the animal will be tied/chained up outside? *
No Yes
If yes, when will they be tied/chained up? *
How will you handle housebreaking, if the dog is not housebroken? *
Do you plan on crate training your new dog? *
No Yes
If the dog is already crate trained will you continue to use the crate? *
No Yes
Are you willing to adopt a dog with Seperation Anxiety and continue working with the dog with this issue? *
No Yes
How will you handle destructive behavior? *
Where will the dog spend the majority of his/her time when you are home (eg, crate, free roam, outside)? What areas of your house will the dog have access to? *
Where will the dog stay when left alone? *
Are you willing and able to exercise the dog on a regular basis? *
No Yes
If yes, what is the method of exercise? (Select all that apply) *
Walking
Running
Biking
Dog Park
Doggie Daycare
Other
Will you let you cat outside? *
Yes with Collar & Tags
No
Depends on the Cat
Supervised
Catio
Screened in porch
Harness/Backpack/Stroller
What would you do if your pet got lost? Has this ever happened in the past and, if so, what happened? Please answer even if you intend the pet to be inside only. *
What arrangements will you make for the care of your pets in case of an emergency? (Select all that apply) *
Leave with family/friend
Boarding
Pet Sitter
Take with me/us
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain: *
If there was an event where you unfortunately pass away, please describe what provisions you will make for your companion animals in the event that you are no longer able to care for them: *
What will you do with the animal when you go on vacation? *
Leave with family/friend
Boarding
Pet sitter
Take with me/us
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain: *
For what reason(s) would you consider returning/giving up the animal? (Select all that apply) *
Litterbox Misuse
Not Housebroken
Untrainable
Aggression
Allergies
Allergies: life-threating
Did not get along with current animals
Moving
None of the above
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain: *
What would you do with your animal if you had to move? *
Take the pet with me
Give to family or friend
Return to shelter/rescue
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain: *
Will you allow us to perform home checks, if needed? *
No Yes
Have you ever been convicted of a felony, criminal charges, or been placed on probation within the last 5 years? *
No Yes
If the dog that you adopt has not been spayed/neutered at the time of adoption, you must bring the dog back to us OR take the dog to it's scheduled appointment in the future to be sterilized. This cost is included in your adoption fee at the time of adoption. *
I Understand
I do not want my new dog fixed
Here is where you get to say whatever you want! (for example what made you think you were ready to adopt, etc...)
I have read the foregoing and certify that the answers I have given are complete, true and not misleading in any way. I am authorizing you to contact landlords, personal references, and veterinarians that I provided. I understand there is always a chance my application may get denied and will not get a reason as to why. *
No Yes