Adoption Application
Type(s) of animal you are interested in adopting
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Cat
Kitten
Dog
Puppy
Specific animal(s) you are interested in adopting
Title
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Mr.
Mrs.
Mr. and Mrs.
Ms.
Dr.
Applicant's First Name
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Applicant's Last Name
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Co-Applicant's (if any) First Name
Co-Applicant's (if any) Last Name
Street Address
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Apartment/Unit Number (if applicable)
City
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State
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Zip Code
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Phone Number
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Please use the following format 248-555-1212
Alternate Phone Number
Email Address
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Please enter correctly as this is the main way we will contact you
Alternate Email Address
Have you applied anywhere else for a pet?
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Yes
No
If yes, where else have you applied for a pet?
Have you ever adopted a pet from a rescue group or shelter?
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Yes
No
If yes, which group or shelter?
Is this pet for you or someone else?
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Myself
Someone else
Do you own pets at the current time?
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Yes
No
List first pet's name as it appears on its vet record.
List first pet's species.
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Cat
Dog
Other
Is first pet spayed/neutered?
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Yes
No
Is first pet current on its vaccinations?
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Yes
No
Where does first pet live?
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Indoors
Outdoors
Both indoors and outdoors
List second pet's name as it appears on its vet record.
List second pet's species.
Choose One
Cat
Dog
Other
Is second pet spayed/neutered?
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Yes
No
Is second pet current on its vaccines?
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Yes
No
Where does second pet live?
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Indoors
Outdoors
Both indoors and outdoors
How many pets have you owned in the last 5 years?
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What happened to them?
Have you ever turned your dog or cat into a shelter?
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Yes
No
If yes, please explain?
Veterinarian's Name
If you have never owned a pet please tell us where you would go.
Veterinarian's Phone Number
Do you own or rent your home?
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Own
Rent
Please select your current residence type.
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House
Apartment
Townhouse
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain here.
If you rent, does your landlord and lease allow pets?
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Yes
No
Unsure
Including yourself, how many people live in your household?
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Please list the ages and relationship of those who live in your home.
Is everyone in your household aware that you are planning to adopt a pet?
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Yes
No
Does anyone in your household have allergies to dogs/cats?
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Yes Cats
Yes Dogs
No
Possibly
Please check the reasons you plan to adopt a pet.
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Companion
Family Pet
Companion for another pet
Exercise buddy
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain here.
On average, how many hours per day will your pet be left alone?
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How much do you think the annual cost of having this pet will be?
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Include food, treats, toys, veterinary care, parasite control, etc.
Will this pet live indoors, outdoors, or both?
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Indoors
Outdoors
Both
Where will the animal sleep?
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In bed with me
In bed with my child
In a dog / cat bed
In a kennel / crate
Wherever he or she likes
Outside
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain.
How will you handle introductions to other pets (if any)?
How will you handle undesirable or destructive behavior?
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If you are adopting a cat or kitten, do you plan to declaw it?
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Yes
No
Depends
If you are adopting a dog or puppy, do you have a fenced-in yard?
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Yes
No
If you are adopting a dog or puppy and don't have a fenced yard, how will you let the animal out and provide exercise?
If you are adopting a dog or puppy, are there times when the animal will be tied/chained up?
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Yes
No
Pets can live many years. If your pet(s) were to survive you, what would happen to them?
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For what reason(s) would you consider returning/giving up the animal?
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Fleas
Sheds too much
New baby or new pet
Children won't care for it
Too expensive
Damages home
Getting married/divorced
No longer playful
New home doesn't allow
Allergies
No reason
Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain.
Would you have any objections to a Paw Prints volunteer visiting your home prior to or after adoption?
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Yes
No
Additional information you would like to provide?
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, associations and veterinarians. You are also aware that we cannot guarantee the health and temperament of the animal.
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Yes
No