ADOPTION APPLICATION

Are you willing to adopt another dog, if the dog you are interested in adopting is already accounted for? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Name *

First Name

Last Name

Home Address *

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Cell phone number *

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Home phone number

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Work phone number

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How old are you? *

24-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident? *

Yes

No

Please indicate all reasons for wanting a new pet: *

Companion

Watch Dog

Family Pet

Gift

Other

Work life *

I'm a full-time student

I work 9-5

My hours vary daily

I make my own schedule

I work from home

I'm retired

I'm a full time stay at home mom/dad

Other:

Do you travel often? *

Yes

No

If required, do you have access to a car to bring the dog to appointments like the vet or transport the dog locally? *

Yes

No but I have friends / family that can help me

No I would require help from a transport volunteer

Have you or anyone in your household ever been convicted of a felony or animal cruelty? *

Yes

No

I acknowledge if I am chosen to be a RAD adopter a background check will be requested of me *

I understand and agree

I do not agree

Have you ever adopted a pet from a shelter or rescue? *

Yes

No

How long have you been looking into adopting a dog? *

Less than 3 months

3-6 months

6 months - 1 year

Over a year

Are all members of your household in agreement with this adoption? *

Yes

No

Not sure, I haven't asked

Does the primary caregiver suffer from any physical or mental illnesses? *

Yes

No

Does anyone in your home have allergies to dogs or have asthma? *

Yes

No

If you smoke, do you do so in your home or vehicle? *

Yes

No

Are you willing to supervise the dog at all times with children under 12? *

Yes

No

Maybe

What is your dog experience? *

First-time owner

Semi-comfortable

Very knowledgeable

What is the atmosphere in your home? *

Busy

Quiet

Occasional Activity

If you were to move would you bring the dog with you? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Have you ever given up a pet? *

Yes

No

Are they ... *

(Check all that apply)

Dog-Friendly

Submissive

Happy go Lucky

Dominant

Dog Reactive

Food Reactive

Human Reactive

Nervous around people (need proper introductions)

Nervous around dogs (need proper introductions)

Anxious / Fearful

Stressed

Don't have any pets

Other:

Are they spayed or neutered? *

Yes

No

Are they up to date on vaccinations? *

Yes

No

Maybe

What is your living arrangement? *

A house with a backyard

A house but no backyard

Apartment living

Condo Living

Townhouse Living

I share a space with family / roommates

Other:

Do you rent or own? *

Rent and my landlord is cool with a dog

Own

Live with family

Are there any restrictions from your landlord, subdivision or strata? Please check all that apply. *

Number of pets

Size or weight restrictions

Breed restrictions

None

Do you have a fully fenced backyard? *

Yes

No

Don't have a backyard

Do you have a fully fenced front yard? *

Yes

No

Don't have a front yard

Do you have a doggy door? *

Yes

No

Do you have a patio(s)? *

Yes

No

Is it fenced and secure? *

Yes

No

No patio(s)

What kind of community? *

City

Suburb

Small town

Rural and/or farm community

Would you be willing for us to do a walk through of your home? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Where will the dog live? *

In my home

Outside on the patio or in the yard

Both

Where will your new pet stay during the day? *

The great outdoors

Inside my home

They will have access to both outside and inside

I'm bringing my dog to work with me

Playcare or other dog facilities / groups

Other:

Where will your new pet sleep during the night? *

Outdoors

In the garage

Curled up in bed with me

In its crate inside the home

On its dog bed

Other:

Who in your household or community will help you take care of your dog? *

Roommate

Partner

Family

Friends

Coworkers

Trainer/dog walking company

Other:

Would you consider using a dog walker if you were away for long stretches of time? *

Yes

No

Maybe

On average, how much exercise are you planning on giving the dog outside of your home daily? *

Less than 20 mins

30 mins - 1 hr

1 - 2 hrs

2+ hrs

I don't plan to exercise my dog daily

The dog will mostly exercise in the backyard whenever he/she wants to

Unlimited/However much is required

Other:

Do you have any experience with any of the following? (Please check all that apply) *

Resource guarding (toys, food, humans)

Excessive barking

Separation Anxiety

Fearfulness

Reactivity towards other animals / humans

No I don't have any experience in any

Other:

Are you willing to work through any behavioural issues? (separation anxiety, reactivity, excessive barking, conflicts with other animals, fearfulness etc.) *

Yes

No

Are you familiar with force free training that does not involve physical force or dominance? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Are you prepared for an adjustment period of at least a few months? Sometimes longer? Are you willing to work with new behaviours as they arise? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Do you plan to take obedience training with your dog? *

Yes

No

Maybe

How often are you planning on taking the dog to the vet? *

Once a year

As required

Never

If a vet recommended a surgery that could guarantee a better quality of life for your dog, but the surgery was too expensive for you, would you consider putting the dog to sleep? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Will you be willing and able to take care of all expenses should your dog become sick or injured? *

Yes

No

How much do you expect to spend a year to feed, train, vaccinate, dog sitting/walking, city licence and provide medical care? *

I have a set budget

Whatever if costs

You agree to provide us proof of health records/ proof of up to date vaccines of current pets in your home. *

Yes

No

I agree to have to submit a home check to ensure that my house is safe and suitable for the dog I want to adopt *

Yes

PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY. By clicking the check boxes, you acknowledge you understand and agree to the following. For a smooth adoption, we recommend that adopters have ensured the following prior to adoption. *

ALL members of the household are in agreement about adopting a dog.

You are financially able to provide for the animals needs. This includes basic food, supplies, shelter, veterinary care, heart worm, flee, tick, and parasite prevention which can easily exceed $2000 a year.

All adults will be present for meet and greet process

You have set aside extra time during transition period to bond with new dog

Basic knowledge of dog training and care

Willingness to reach out for help/advice for any concerns that may arise

You have the appropriate time to spend with the dog

You will exercise your new dog outside your home daily

Alternate homes/pet sitters/dog walkers should dog require when you are away

For puppies, flexible schedule to ensure frequent potty breaks and training

Relevant preparation for dogs with special needs

I understand that if I move, my pet will move with me and Rescue All Dogs will be notified. Microchip information shall always be updated with Rescue All Dogs as a secondary contact in case of death, crisis, incarceration, etc. I understand that this is also a precautionary measure to help insure safe release or care of pet from authorities, if needed.

If, during the lifetime of this pet, I determine that adequate care or control of this animal can no longer be provided, I agree to contact Rescue All Dogs and described the changed circumstances. Rescue All Dogs reserves the right to make any determination which in Rescue All Dogs sole discretion, is in the best interest of the animal, including but not limited to rescinding the adoption and taking the animal back into its care and control.

I understand this animal is a rescued animal, and that no claims, representations, or warranties are made or implied by Rescue All Dogs as to its age, breed, physical or mental characteristics, prior experiences, current or future health, behaviour or temperament.

I understand that this animal HAS BEEN or HAS NOT BEEN neutered or spayed. If the animal has not been neutered/spayed Rescue All Dogs will have the animal neutered/spayed within the time period as advised by a veterinarian.

I understand my responsibility to continue vaccinations as well as routine visits to a veterinarian of my choice.

I understand and agree the recommendations made my Rescue All Dogs may, or may not be, helpful in securing the safety of people or other living beings that come into this animals proximity; and that the safety of all living beings who do so, is hereafter solely my, as the adopter, ethical and legal responsibility. Specifically wether or or not this animal has been housed with men, women, children, cats, dogs, or any other living being in a foster care providers home, Rescue All Dogs makes no warranties regarding this animals behaviour with any living being hereafter. I agree to use caution and allow sufficient time for success when introducing this animal to any living being.

I understand and agree that as of the date of the final adoption, Rescue All Dogs has no further financial or legal liability as relates in any way to this animal, including but not limited to any damage to person(s) or property, medical, or other expenses.

I have been allowed sufficient time to consider the terms of this agreement, and all parties enter into it willingly and in good faith.

I AGREE to all of the above

I understand Rescue All Dogs is non-profit whose main goal is to bring people and dogs together. The adoption fees are as follows and must be payed by e-transfer: Puppy up to 1 year $750, 1 - 8 yrs old $700, 8 yrs + $575 *

I understand and agree

I understand that any misrepresentation of the above information authorizes Rescue All Dogs to deny application, and/or reclaim the dog that is in my home. I acknowledge that Rescue All Dogs cannot guarantee any dogs against diseases, parasites or destructive behaviour. I will not hold Rescue All Dogs responsible, nor seek any compensation for damages, medical fees or other liabilities incurred by the pet I adopt. *

I understand and agree