Owner Surrender: Dog - Athens Animal Rescue Shelter

We are only able to accept surrenders from Henderson County Residents. The surrender fee is $75 for each adult dog. $100 for a litter of up to 6 puppies + $10 for each additional puppy. We follow a managed admission philosophy for all incoming animals. This simply means we request all customers schedule an appointment before bringing an animal to our facility. Managing the admission of of animals helps us plan and prepare, instead of react, and allows us to save more lives. We understand that making the decision to surrender a pet is very difficult. Answering these questions honestly will not stop the Athens Animal Rescue Shelter from admitting your animal. It will help ensure that we are able to provide the correct care and let prospective new owners know their preferences and habits. Please help us to help your dog.

What County Do You Live In *
First name *
Last Name *
Address *
City *
State *
Zip Code *
Drivers License Number *
Drivers License - State
Email Address *
Home Phone
Cell Phone Number
Surrender to Foster? *
Are you surrendering more than one animal? *
If surrendering more than one, how many?
Sex *
If surrendering more than one, how many of each sex?
Approximate Age
If different ages, please describe
Breed
Dog's Name(s)
Has your dog been spayed or neutered? *
Is your dog up to date with its annual vaccinations? *
Date of last vaccination *
Is your pet on heart worm preventative?
Do you regularly use flea/tick preventative?
Please provide your veterinarian's name and phone number *
Do you have your pet's shot records? If not, please get them from your vet prior to your appointment
How does your pet behave at the vet's office?
How does your animal react to grooming?
Is your dog housetrained? *
Is your dog crate/kennel trained?
What commands does your dog obey. What commands are used? For example, sit or sit down; lie or lie down etc.
Is your dog leash trained
Does your animal return when called whilst off the lead?
Will your dog give up toys or a bone when commanded to?
How does your animal react when he/she has done something wrong? How do you "tell him off"?
Would you describe your dog as a gentle player or does he/she like "rough" play? Describe your animal's play activity, eg. favourite game, favourite toy, etc.
Does your dog travel well in cars?
Has he/she lived with other dogs?
If so, please specify age and sex
Has he/she lived with cats?
If so, please specify age and sex
How does your dog react to your cats?
If your dog has lived with animals other than cats and dogs, please describe.
Is your dog used to men and women? Does it have a strong preference for one or the other?
Has the animal lived with children?
If so, please specify ages
What age groups were any children met?
If no, has the animal met children and what was his/her reaction?
Please describe your dog's feeding regime - brands of food, scraps, dry or canned, flavors, feeding times. Any dislikes?
What is your dog's reaction if you approach it when it is feeding?
Do you leave your dog alone for any period of time? If so, how long for and do you have concerns about them being on their own?
Has the animal ever been destructive in the house? Please describe
Where does the animal sleep?
I understand that not all animals are considered adoptable and that the Athens Animal Rescue Shelter will not release the final disposition of the animal(s). *
I agree that the Athens Animal Rescue Shelter, including its Officers and employees will not be obligated to me in any way resulting from such disposition *
I understand that pets who are surrendered by their owner may be immediately placed up for adoption. Those that are deemed, by AARS staff, as too ill or too aggressive may be humanely euthanized. *
I certify that I am the owner of this animal(s). I have read and fully understand the terms above. *
Owner's reason for parting with animal
Where did you get the animal from originally and how long have you had it?