Name of animal you are interested in adopting
If you are not applying for a particular dog you can leave this blank.
First Name *
Last Name *
Street Address *
City *
Region
Post Code
Phone Number *
Email Address *
Please enter correctly as this is the main way we will contact you
Date of Birth
Drivers License Number
Are you a NZ Resident or Citizen?
If you do not have NZ Residency/Citizenship, you will be unable to adopt a dog from Vadas Angels
No Yes
How did you find out about us?
Internet Search Event Family/Friend Staff/Volunteer Facebook/Instagram Other
What is the reason you want to adopt a new pet? *
Please describe in detail the pet you are looking for. *
Please include details on breed, personality and the energy type you are looking for.
Sex of Animal
Male Female Any
Age Range
Puppy - Under 1 Year 1-2 Years 2-7 Years 7 Years +
Do you agree to sign a desexing contract if dog you are adopting is not desexed at time of adoption? *
No Yes
Size of animal you are looking for
Small Medium Large Extra Large Any
Are you willing to travel for a meet and greet? *
No Yes
Tell us about your previous experience with animals. *
Have you adopted before or applied to adopt a dog from any other animal rescue group?
No Yes
If yes, where else have you applied for a pet?
Is this pet for you or someone else?
Myself Someone else
Do you own other pets at the current time? *
No Yes
If yes, please list their names, breeds, and ages.
Are all of your pets spayed/neutered/fixed?
Yes No N/A
Are your other pets current on their vaccinations?
Yes No N/A
If you have pets, will they adjust to a new pet in the house?
Yes No Unsure N/A
How many pets have you owned in the last 5-10 years? *
What happened to them?
Have you ever had to surrender your dog or cat to a pound/rescue?
No Yes
If yes, please explain?
Do you own or rent your home? *
Own Rent
If you rent, does your landlord and lease allow pets?
If renting, we will require a written letter from your landlord with permission for you to have animals at the property.
Yes No Unsure N/A
If renting, please provide contact details for your landlord.
Please include Name, Phone and Email
If renting, Please attached a letter from your landlord granting permission for animals to be on the property.
Please select your current home type.
House Apartment Townhouse Farm Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain here:
How long have you lived at this address?
Less than one month 1-12 months 1-2 years 3-10 years 10 + years
Including yourself, how many people live in your household?
Please list the ages & relationship of those who live in your home.
Is everyone in your household aware that you are planning to adopt a pet?
No Yes
Does anyone in your household have allergies to dogs/cats?
No Yes
Employment Status
Full-Time Part-Time Retired Work from Home Stay at Home Parent Student Unemployed Other
If you chose "other" above, please explain:
If you are employed, what is your current occupation?
On average, how many hours per day will your pet be left alone?
Are you prepared to cover all bills (food/vet care/bedding/toys) for your pet for the rest of its life?
Will this pet be predominantly living inside, outside, or both?
Inside Outside Both
Please provide a description of this pet's living conditions.
Do you have a completely fenced-in yard? If so, what kind of fence? *
Wood Chain Link Electric Plastic Iron Other I do not have a fenced yard
If you answered "other" above, please explain:
If you do not have a fenced yard, how will you let the animal out?
Are there times when the animal will be tied/chained up?
No Yes
If yes, when will they be tied/chained up?
Where will the animal sleep?
Will you allow us to perform a home check? *
For your application for be considered a property check will need to be completed. We trust you are happy for Vadas Angels to do this.
The following are our standard requirements:
* Your home must have a safe, fenced in area to keep your dog in
* There must be a proper shelter for your dog if left outside during any part of the day BUT if the dogs are under 3 months old they must not be left outside unsupervised
* The dog you adopt will be a domestic house pet and MUST sleep inside as part of your family
No Yes
Please attach a photo of your front yard.
Please attach a photo of your back yard.
Please attach any additional yard photos.
Please attach any additional yard photos.
Please attach a photo of where the dog will live during the day.
How will you handle training your pet? *
How will you handle destructive behavior? *
Will you keep the animal up-to-date on vaccinations and flea/worm preventative?
No Yes
If no, please explain:
Are you willing and able to exercise the dog on a regular basis?
No Yes
If yes, what is the method of exercise?
If you answered "No" above, please explain:
Have you ever been convicted of abuse or neglect of a child or animal? *
No Yes
If yes, please explain:
What arrangements will you make for the care of your pets in case of an emergency?
What will you do with the animal when you go on holiday?
What would you do with your animal if you had to move?
Are you willing to take responsibility for this animal for the next 10-20 years?
No Yes
If no, please explain:
References Full Name
References Phone Number
References Email
I have read the declaration and certify that the answers I have given are complete, true and not misleading in any way. *
The Applicant agrees to Vada's Angel's completing reference and property checks.
The Applicant agrees to complete a trial for a period of up to two weeks, during which time Vada's Angels retains the ownership of the dog.
The Applicant agrees to pay the Adoption Fee of $400 for desexed adult dog or $250 for undesexed adult dog or puppy with a Desexing Contract to be signed (plus $60 if crate to be supplied by Vada's Angels) on approval of adoption and property check being completed. If the Adoption does not proceed the Adoption Fee will be refunded less an Administration Fee of $50.
The Applicant agrees to keep the dog on a long line whilst outside at all times during the trial period.
The Applicant agrees to contact Vada's Angels immediately if there are any issues or medical attention required for the dog during the trial period.
The Applicant agrees to return the dog to Vada's Angels if for any reason the Applicant can no longer provide care for the dog.
The Applicant understands that if at any time Vada's Angels has any serious concerns about the care, health, safety or welfare of the dog, Vada's Angels will have the right to uplift and take back the dog while the situation is being investigated.
The Applicant agrees to complete an Adoption and Transfer of Ownership Form should the adoption proceed after the trial period.
The Applicant agrees that the dog will be kept only as a domesticated house pet. This means that the dog will be kept indoors or in an approved outdoor housing area.
The Applicant states that he/she nor any member of the family have never been subject to a formal complaint or legal action for cruelty to or neglect of animals and have never owned an animal which has been confiscated by any agency for violations of any laws, regulations or animal adoption agreements.
The Applicant understands and agrees that Vada's Angels is not responsible for any damage caused by the dog, nor liable for any costs incurred.
Yes No
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