Application

Please fill out the application completely. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS OR APPLICATIONS WITH BLANK ANSWERS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. Failure to provide documentation will result in application denial.

I have read and understand the adoption procedure and guidelines, including policies on out of state adoptions. Adoption fees are payable via Paypal, Venmo, Cash or Certified Check ONLY. *

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LOCATION GUIDELINES *

Do you live within HIP's adoption area (information can be found in the "Adoption Process" section of our website)? If not, please note we will not consider your application and recommend you visit your local shelters and rescues as there are many great pets in need across the country.YESNO

If your application is approved and you adopt a dog, you will need to bring a collar, leash and tag when you pick your dog up.

Name: Enter your first and last name

Address

Street AddressApt, Suite, Bldg. (optional)CityState / Province / RegionPostal / Zip CodeCountry

Email

Phone

How long have you lived at current address?

How soon are you ready to adopt?

Dog are you interested in adopting: ** HIP does not accept general applications or applications for dogs who are not listed under the "Adoptable Dogs" section of our website.

If your dog of choice is no longer available, would you like to be matched with one that fits your needs?

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Why do you want to adopt a dog?

Is your yard fenced?

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If fenced, type of fence and height:

Is the ENTIRE fence yours or does any portion belong to a neighbor?

Do you have a pool?

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Do you own or rent your home:

Ownership will be verified with county tax records.OwnRent

If you rent or live in a HOA community:

If renting or if living in condo: Does your landlord know you are considering adopting a dog? If not, when do you plan to let them know? Please provide your landlord's name, phone number, and email (we will check with you before calling): Is there a pet size/breed restriction? If so, please attach via the link on the form.

Current Veterinarian Contact Information. Please contact them and notify them we may be calling for a reference.

How many pets do you have? Please list name, breed, age, sex:

Please list all the pets you have previously owned, and why you no longer have them, including cause of death.

Are all of your pets spayed or neutered? If your dog is not spayed or neutered your vet will need to verify medical necessity, otherwise your application will not be approved.

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Please list names and ages of everyone who lives in your house, including yourself. If ages are omitted your application will not be processed.

What do you think are the most important responsibilities in owning a dog?:

Please describe the way(s) in which, and how often, you will exercise your dog:

Briefly describe your previous dog experience:

How much do you think it will cost to care for your dog each year? (food, vet care, license, toys, supplies)

What traits are you looking for in a pet (click all that apply):

CompanionCompanion for other petsRunning/Jogging PartnerGuard Dog/ProtectionLow Energy/Couch PotatoMedium EnergyHigh EnergyDog Park DogBreeding

Most of our dogs need a refresher on housebreaking. What will you do to address this?

If behavioral issues arise, how to do you plan to address them?

What dogs behaviors or life circumstances would make you feel you could not keep the dog (e.g., dog aggression, divorce, job loss, move, children, etc.) What will you do if this happens?

Does anyone in your home suffer from allergies or asthma? If so, who?

Who will take care of the dog when you leave town?

What is your daily schedule like?

What are your thoughts on crating?

Where will the dog be kept?

What is your children’s experience with dogs? Be specific.

How will you prepare your children for a dog? Be specific.

If you will regularly be gone for more than 6 hours per day, will you consider hiring a dogwalker or bringing your dog to a dog daycare?

What do you know about flea/tick and heartworm preventative?

Do you have plans to move or relocate in the near future?

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Explain how you would resolve issues relating to new children and your dog:

What brand of food do you currently feed your dog? If you don't have a dog, what brand will you feed your new adopted dog?

Training is not an option. It is an obligation. It is not something to be done once the dog starts causing problems, it is how to prevent problems from starting.

Do you agree with the above statement, and agree to train your dog after adoption? Are you willing to bring in a trainer or attend a training class? * By checking "Yes" you agree to bring in a trainer or attend a training class.YesNo

Is everyone in the home aware of this adoption? Please specify below-

If you should become ill, disabled, or if you should pass away, what formal arrangments have been made for your pet(s)?

Please provide 2 personal references and phone numbers (1 family and 1 non-family).

I understand that adoption fees are NOT REFUNDABLE.

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Is there any other information you would like us to know?

How did you hear about Hounds in Pounds?

By submitting this application I agree and concur with:

I have read the questions in this application carefully and have filled out this application honestly. Misinformation and/or failure to answer all applicable questions can result in this application being declined. If an omission or untruth is discovered after an adoption takes place, I understand that Hounds in Pounds Animal Rescue reserves the right to annul the adoption and reclaim the animal. I, and no one in my current household, have ever been convicted of any form of animal abuse, neglect, or abandonment. By signing this agreement, I consent to Hounds in Pounds Rescue’s approval process, which includes, but is not limited to contacting my veterinarian, contacting references, contacting animal control and/or other animal facilities, a home inspection, inspecting where the dog will be kept, and meeting other members of your household. I acknowledge there is an adoption fee to be discussed. This fee will help offset shelter, transport, veterinary and care costs. I understand the adoption decision is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to the compatibility of the family and home with the individual animal. ADOPTION FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE. Signature and Agreement to Process: I understand that Hounds In Pounds, Inc adoption process is that we screen all applications to find what we believe will be the best environment for each particular dog. If we believe that we currently have a potential match for you, our typical response time is about a week. If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please contact us to confirm we received your application. Please do not interpret a lack of response as a belief by Hounds In Pounds, Inc that you would not be able to provide a loving home for a dog. We wish we could have a personalized response for every application and truly appreciate your understanding in this process.

If you rent or live in a townhome/condo, please attach a copy of your lease or HOA guidelines regarding pets.

We accept applications and our dogs stay in rotation until they are officially adopted. We don’t hold dogs. If you approved to adopt and meet a dog but do not commit to that dog at the meet and greet, we contact the next approved family. You are welcome to take your time in making your decision, but there is no guarantee that the dog of your choice will still be available. Our dogs cannot afford to miss out on potential homes while we wait to hear back from you. Completion of an application does not guarantee a meet and greet. Please understand we make the best decisions for our dogs They have been neglected and exploited in their previous lives. When we rescue a dog we promise them that we will find them the best match of a forever home for their next chapter. They need to start their new lives and understand stability and safety as quickly as possible. Our shelter partners are euthanizing dogs at record rates and we can’t help shelter dogs if we have no space in foster homes.

I have read, understand and agree to the terms of the adoption process, adoption fees, vetting, adoption requirements and decompression.

Adoption Application

Verification