Adopt | HOPE'S Furever Homes

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About You

Full Legal Name *

Date of Application

Home Address *

City

State

ZIP

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Best Time to Reach You

Age

Do you own or rent?

Does your lease allow dogs?

Type of Home

Approximate Yard Size

Is your yard fully fenced?

Adults in Household

Children at Home (number and ages)

Does anyone have dog allergies?

Describe your household, routines, energy level and who lives there

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Your Lifestyle and Daily Routine

Your activity level?

Hours per Day the Dog Would Be Alone

Where Will the Dog Stay While You're Away?

Where Will the Dog Sleep?

Indoor Access?

Daily Exercise Commitment

Work Situation

Travel Frequency and Dog Care Plan

Walk us through a typical weekday as it would involve the dog

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Dog Ownership Experience

Have you owned a dog before?

If yes, breed(s) and how long?

What happened to previous dog(s)?

Current Pets?

Describe Current Pets (species, breed, age, temperament)

Current Pets Vaccinated?

Current Pets Spayed/Neutered?

How did previous pets react to new animals?

Have you ever surrendered or rehomed a pet?

If yes, please explain fully

4

Training Philosophy and Care

Training methods you believe in?

Have you attended obedience or training classes?

Plan to continue training this dog?

Veterinarian Name and Practice

Vet Phone Number

Prepared for the financial commitment?

Pet Insurance: have or planning to get?

If a costly medical condition arose, what would you do?

Describe your training approach. What does discipline mean to you with a dog?

How do you handle a dog that chews furniture, has accidents or reacts to strangers?

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About This Dog and Your Intentions

Why are you interested in this specific dog? *

Where did you hear about this dog?

Looking for a dog for?

What does this dog need most right now?

What does a great life for a dog look like to you?

This dog may need extra patience. How do you handle a dog that needs extra support?

Any life changes in the next 2-5 years that could affect your ability to care for this dog?

Anything else you'd like us to know?

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References

Three personal references please, not immediate family, who can speak to your character and your relationship with animals. A vet reference is warmly welcomed.

Reference 1

Full Name

Relationship

Phone

Email

How long have you known them?

Reference 2

Full Name

Relationship

Phone

Email

How long have you known them?

Reference 3

Full Name

Relationship

Phone

Email

How long have you known them?

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Agreement and Signature

All information provided on this application is truthful and complete.
I understand that submitting this application does not guarantee adoption.
I agree to a home visit if requested.
If at any time I am unable to care for this dog, I will contact HOPE'S Furever Homes before surrendering to a shelter or third party.
I understand this dog is being rehomed because they are loved, not discarded, and I commit to treating them accordingly.
I am prepared to provide this dog with love and proper care for the rest of their life.

I have read and agree to all of the above. *

Full Name (as signature) *

Today's Date *

Adoption Application

About You

Your Lifestyle and Daily Routine

Dog Ownership Experience

Training Philosophy and Care

About This Dog and Your Intentions

References

Reference 1

Reference 2

Reference 3

Agreement and Signature

Application Received!