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Adoption Application

Thank you for considering adoption! Please fill out this application completely. We will review it and get back to you as soon as possible.

Pet of Interest

Applying for: Lady26

Contact Information

Do you own your home or rent? *

Tell Us More About Your Family And Home

Are your animals spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccines and preventatives? *
Is your yard completely fenced in? *
How would you describe your level of activity at your home? *

Additional Information

What type of dog are you interested in adopting? *
What traits, if any, should your adopted dog have?
Do you agree to keep AHCR dogs leashed at all times when outside of a fenced area? *
Have you integrated a new dog into your home before? *
Are you comfortable doing a "2 week shut down" with your new dog? *

A 2-week shut down is a decompression period where you limit the new dog's environment and stimulation to help them adjust.

Have you ever been charged with or convicted of a felony? *
Have you ever been charged with neglect, abandonment, or mistreatment of an animal? *

References

Please provide three personal references (non-relatives).

Personal Reference 1 *

Personal Reference 2 *

Personal Reference 3 *

Veterinarian *

Landlord

Adoption Agreement

Please read and respond to each item below.

I understand that there is an adoption fee and that it helps cover veterinary care, spay/neuter, vaccinations, and other rescue expenses.

I understand that AHCR warrants that it has NO knowledge of any vicious or destructive tendencies of this pet. I agree to assume full responsibility and liability for the actions of this pet once the adoption is finalized.

I agree to provide proper veterinary care, including annual vaccinations, heartworm prevention, flea/tick prevention, and prompt medical attention when needed.

I understand that the pet must remain spayed/neutered. If the pet is not yet altered at the time of adoption, I agree to have the procedure completed as directed by AHCR.

I agree to keep the pet as an indoor pet with outdoor access only under supervision or in a securely fenced area. I agree to keep AHCR dogs leashed at all times when outside of a fenced area.

I agree to return the pet to AHCR if I am no longer able to care for it. I will NOT rehome, sell, give away, or surrender the pet to any other person, shelter, or rescue without prior approval from AHCR.

I understand AHCR is not liable for any illness, disease, injury, or damage a person or pet may contract or sustain from the adopted pet.

Should any damages occur against my existing pet(s) from the adopted pet, I understand that I am responsible for any resulting veterinary costs.

I agree to provide the pet with a nutritious diet, fresh water, shelter, regular exercise, and socialization appropriate for the pet's needs.

I understand that AHCR reserves the right to conduct follow-up home visits and welfare checks after the adoption is finalized.

I agree to contact AHCR immediately if the pet is lost, stolen, or escapes.

I agree to comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding pet ownership, including licensing and leash laws.

I understand that misrepresentation on this application may result in denial of the application or revocation of the adoption.

I understand that completing this application does not guarantee approval. AHCR reserves the right to deny any application.

A representative of AHCR has permission to inspect my home and property at a mutually convenient time prior to and/or after the adoption.

If it is determined by either party that the terms of this agreement cannot be fulfilled, I agree to return the pet to AHCR immediately.

I acknowledge that my responses above indicate that I have read and understood each item in this adoption agreement.

Signature

I understand that my signature shown here indicates that I have read and filled out this application truthfully and completely. Please sign below using your mouse or finger.