Name
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First Name
Last Name
Please indicate the DOG or dogs you have an interest in adopting (REMEMBER: your application must identify one of our dogs posted on the Adoptable Dogs page; general applications will not be accepted).
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How did you hear about For the Love of Dogs Vermont (friend, website, newspaper, Front Porch Forum, Facebook, other)?
Name of all other adults in the home
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Email address
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Mailing address
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Address 1
Address 2
City
State/Province
Zip/Postal Code
Country
Physical Address
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Home phone with area code
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Cell phone with area code
Number of children in the home
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Ages of children
What type of home do you live in (ex. house, condo, apartment)?
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If you rent, does your landlord allow pets? Please provide name and phone number of landlord.
Is your yard fenced? If yes, please describe the type of fencing, area fenced, and height.
Do you agree to keep the dog on a leash or in a fenced area when it goes outside?
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Our dogs are primarily house dogs. They can be kept outdoors for short times, in a kennel or doghouse with an attached run, or they can use a doggie door to go in and out. They CANNOT be chained or tied outdoors. Do you agree to these conditions?
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Do you know if there are local ordinances in your area pertaining to owning/housing an animal (i.e., leash laws, required vaccinations, dog licenses, etc.)?
Are you willing to keep a collar with a tag bearing your name, address, phone number, etc., on your dog at all times?
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If, for any reason, you are unable to keep your dog, will you agree to notify For the Love of Dogs Vermont? For the Love of Dogs Vermont may be able to assist with rehoming the dog.
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Are you willing and able to accept full care, costs, and necessary burdens and responsibility of owning a pet?
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Have you ever owned a dog?
List all pets (names, breed, etc.) you have owned in the past 5 years
Please list type of pet, sex, age, if altered, and if current on vaccinations and on heartworm prevention of all animals you currently own.
Have you ever sold, given away, or sent a pet to a shelter? If YES, please explain
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How many hours a day will your dog be left alone?
Where will your dog be kept when left alone?
Where will your dog be kept when you are home?
Please describe a typical day for your dog in full detail (how long will the dog be alone each day, what type of exercise are you able to provide your dog?). Please describe your lifestyle so we are able to provide you with options that are best suited for you.
If you travel for business or go on vacation, where would the dog go?
Where will your dog sleep at night?
Who will be responsible for the feeding, grooming, and training of your dog?
Will you agree to engage a professional trainer if the dog exhibits unwanted behaviors that you cannot manage without professional assistance?
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What would be the reason you would give up a pet?
Will you work with your dog if it is not house trained? Accidents are expected when the dogs change homes/schedules.
FLOD VT recommends crating your dog for the first few months, until you are certain he or she understands your requirements for his behavior while you are away. Renters must consent to purchase a crate as a condition of adoption. Are you familiar with crate training as a house training method?
Would you be interested in learning about crate training?
We ask you to think carefully about adopting a rescue and your commitment to the process of helping him or her settle into your life. Based on the video you watched COMMITMENT FACTORS BEFORE YOU RESCUE OR ADOPT, please describe your thoughts regarding the Time, Space and Budget you have for a dog.
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Are you willing to give your dog adequate time to adjust to a new home? Two weeks is the average amount of time it takes a dog to fully adjust.
Are you committed to caring for a dog for its life expectancy of approximately 14 years, including all medical bills that might occur? An adult dog can test positive for heartworm after adoption and all dogs, especially puppies, may require additional rounds of parasite treatment. Treatment for heartworm and parasites is the adopter's financial responsibility. Please read the attached document Heartworm and Parasite Management.
What if there is an emergency that will incur large vet bills?
Which of the following statements would you use to describe you and your lifestyle?
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Why are you considering adopting a pet? Check all that apply.
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Please list 3 references (name, address, phone number, and e-mail address) other than family members
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Please list your veterinarian's name, address, and phone number. We ask that you contact your veterinarian as soon as possible to let them know we will be calling them and to request that they release any relevant information that will help with our placement decision, including information we deem important to the health and well-being of our rescues.
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Additional comments
By submission of this application, I/We unequivocally state that I/we are age 24 or older and that all statements and answers given in said application are the complete truth. Any misrepresentation of the truth in this application will invalidate any subsequent adoption agreement and will give For the Love of Dogs Vermont the right to reclaim the adopted dog without refund of the adoption fee. Your electronic signature below indicates your acceptance.
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Date
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