Adoption Application - Dogs Forever

Any false statements on this application will disqualify you from adopting a Dogs Forever dog. Please note we only adopt to indoor homes. A home visit is part of the adoption process. You must be 21 years of age to adopt a dog. We do not adopt to homes with an underground fence.

Adoption/Foster Application

Today's Date *

I wish to.. *

Adopt

Foster

Which dog are you interested in (For FOSTER: please put "any" unless there's a specific dog you're considering.)? *

Have you met the dog you are interested in? *

Yes

N/A (for foster applications ONLY)

How did you hear about the dog you are interested in? (e.g. Facebook, Petfinder) *

Are you open to meeting other dogs if this dog is no longer available or not a good match? *

Yes

N/A (for foster applications ONLY)

Are you aware that all our dogs are indoor dogs? *

Yes

An application is not a guarantee of adoption. By applying, you agree to bring everyone (humans only please) in the household to meet the dog you're applying for during open hours at the shelter on Saturday from 10-2. You must get in touch with us if this will not work for you. *

Yes

PERSONAL

First name *

Last Name *

Date of Birth (you must be 21+ years of age) *

Address *

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Phone Number(s) *

Phone Type(s) *

Cell

Landline

Work

Email Address *

Occupation *

Employer *

Who will be the dog’s primary caregiver? *

Is anyone in your family allergic to animals? *

Yes

List legal names, birthdates, and relationships of everyone else in your household. Note: We do background checks on all adults in the household so dates of birth are imperative. If no one else, please put N/A. *

Occupation and Employer for other adults in the home listed above: If no other adults please put NA *

RESIDENCE

Do you own or rent? *

Own

Rent

If rent, provide landlord's full name AND phone number

If rent, is there a weight/size restriction?

Yes

Homes with underground/electric fences will not be considered. Please acknowledge you understand this statement before proceeding:

Yes

Do you have a fenced yard? *

Yes

If yes, please describe what your fence is. If no fence, please put NA: *

If your yard is NOT bounded by a fence, how do you plan to keep the dog safe while outdoors? If you have a fence, please put NA: *

Are you willing to have a Dogs Forever rep do a home visit? *

Yes

PET HISTORY

Have you ever adopted a shelter animal before? *

Yes

Do you currently have any pets in your home? *

Yes

If yes, please describe ALL of the following: Species (Cat,Dog etc), Name, Age, Weight, Breed, Gender. If no pets, please put NA: *

If you have other dogs, where do they stay? *

Indoors

Outdoors (Kennel/Yard)

N/A No dogs

If you have cats in your home, are they declawed? *

Yes

N/A No cats

If you have pets, are all spayed/neutered? *

Yes

N/A No pets

If you have pets, are they on monthly heartworm preventative? *

Yes

N/A No pets

If you have pets, are they on monthly flea and tick preventative? *

Yes

N/A No pets

If you have pets, are they current on vaccinations? We will do a vet reference if selected for adoption. *

Yes

N/A No pets

If you have pets, have they had their negative heartworm test during their annual exam? *

Yes

N/A No pets

If you answered NO to monthly heartworm, monthly flea and tick, current on vaccinations, or having a negative heartworm test - PLEASE EXPLAIN and answer when are they due for these tests/vaccinations: If you answered YES to all of those, please put N/A: *

If you ever surrendered an animal to a shelter or re-homed any animal that you have owned, please explain the circumstances. *

List any pets you have had in the past 10 years that you have not already listed above (name, breed): *

DOG INFO

What you are looking for in a dog? *

Have you ever fostered an animal before? *

Yes

Have you ever kennel-trained a dog before? *

Yes

Are you willing to train a dog if necessary? *

Yes

Where will the dog be kept during the day? *

Where will the dog be kept at night? *

Will anyone be home during the day or come home for lunch? *

Yes

What is the longest the dog would be alone during a typical 24-hour period? *

What brand of food would you feed the dog? *

Are you prepared to pay for the health of your dog by keeping all shots up to date and routinely visiting the vet? *

Yes

How do you plan to give the dog daily exercise? *

Dogs transitioning to a new home may have an adjustment period that could mean accidents, chewing or other behaviors. How would you handle this? *

Additional information you think would be helpful for us to know:

TWO NON-FAMILY PERSONAL REFERENCES

First Non-Family/Non-Significant Other Reference with Phone Number (Name, relationship, phone) *

Second Non-Family/Non-Significant Other Reference with Phone Number (Name, relationship, phone) *

OTHER REFERENCE

Name and phone of veterinarian (If you do not currently have a veterinarian due to not having pets, please put NA - No current pet)s *

FOR FOSTERS ONLY

Our foster dogs come to the shelter on Saturday's during open hours from 10-2. We need your help with transportation. If you're local we can help occasionally. If you're out of town you'll need to transport the dog. Are you able to help with transportation?

Yes

While fostering our dog, we need clear good photos and short videos of the dog while they're in your care. You'll need to message them into our Facebook. Are you able to help with this so we can share the dog on our social media?

Yes

Are you willing to have a Dogs Forever representative visit your home before or during the fostering period?

Yes

Are you willing to go to a Dogs Forever-approved veterinarian?

Yes

Are you willing to care for a senior or special needs dog?

Yes

CONSENT / RELEASE

I certify all the information provided on this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand the Dogs Forever is not obligated to accept me as an adopter/foster. Dogs Forever reserves the right to deny an application for any reason. I hereby do waive, release, and forever discharge Dogs Forever, its volunteers, agents, and all others from any and all responsibilities or liabilities from injuries or damages resulting from my role as an adopter/foster. *

Signature

FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY License #10317

Date Recieved

Date Contacted

DF Rep

Version

04/24/22

If you prefer to print and fill out the form, please return to:

Dogs Forever
809 Rockford Road SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

or scan and email to adoption@dogsforever.org