Adoption Application

Thank you so much for applying to adopt an animal through The Furry Paws Foster Inn!
Please be patient we are a very small based rescue and have limited volunteers.
Your application can take up to 5-10 days for us to process.
Please only submit ONE application despite liking many of our kitties, once approved you can let us know all the ones you are intrested in.
If you have any questions or issues please email us at thefurrypawsfosterinn@gmail.com.

Are you over the age of 18? *
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? *
What type of animal are you wanting to adopt? *
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.
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 *
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? *
Please select your current residence type. *
Do you own or rent your home? *
Who owns the home? *
Please proivde the Landlord's Name, Number, & Email *
If you rent, does your landlord and lease allow pets? *
Are their any other adults in the home? *
Are their kids in the home? *
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? *
Employment Status *
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? *
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? *
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? *
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? *
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? *
Who is not spayed/neutered and why? *
Are your pets current on their vaccinations (Rabies & Distemper)? *
Who is not current on vaccines, which vaccines, and why? *
Have you personally been responsible or taken care of a cat before? *
Have you personally been responsible or taken care of a dog before? * *
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? *
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? *
Is your current dog(s) on Heartworm prevenative?
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? *
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? *
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.) *
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? *
If yes, please explain. *
Are there times when the animal will be tied/chained up outside? *
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? *
If the dog is already crate trained will you continue to use the crate? *
Are you willing to adopt a dog with Seperation Anxiety and continue working with the dog with this issue? *
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? *
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? *
Have you ever been convicted of a felony, criminal charges, or been placed on probation within the last 5 years? *
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. *