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Adoption Application

Tell Us About You
First Name: Last Name: Date:
Address 1: Address 2:
City: State: Zip Code:
Home Phone: Cell Phone:
Age: Occupation:
Work Phone: Work Email:

Spouse/Partner Information
Name:
Age: Occupation:
Work Phone: Email:

Other Household Member Information
Please list any other adults living in the home:
Gender(s): Age(s):

Are there children in the home: Yes No
If so, please list their names: Name: Age:
  Name: Age:
  Name: Age:

Do you have grandchildren visit frequently or run a day care: Yes No

If yes, what will you do with a dog when children are around:

Does anyone in your home suffer from allergies or have special needs that would require a special dog: If so, please explain:

Home/Neighborhood Information
Do you currently rent or own your home:

Select home type: Single Family House Apartment Duplex Condo/Townhouse Mobile

If you rent, please provide us with the name, address and phone of your landlord. We verify that pets are allowed.
Name: Address:
Phone:
How long at current address:

Do you plan on moving in the future: Yes No

Please describe how you will contain the dog while outside, if you having fencing please describe in detail type of fencing and height: (wood, chainlink, picket, stockate, invisible)

Is your fence shared with a neighbor: Yes No
Are gates and entrance/exit points secured: Yes No

Please describe your neighborhood: (suburban, city, etc)
If you do not have fencing, how will you exercise a dog:

Current/Previous Pet Information
Do you currently have other pets: Yes No

If yes, please provide the following information:
Pet #1 Name: Type of Pet: Breed:
Age: Sex: Spayed/Neutered: Yes No
Vaccinations Current: Yes No On Heartworm Preventative: Yes No Date of Last Vet Exam:

Pet #2 Name: Type of Pet: Breed:
Age: Sex: Spayed/Neutered: Yes No
Vaccinations Current: Yes No On Heartworm Preventative: Yes No Date of Last Vet Exam:

Pet #3 Name: Type of Pet: Breed:
Age: Sex: Spayed/Neutered: Yes No
Vaccinations Current: Yes No On Heartworm Preventative: Yes No Date of Last Vet Exam:

Have You Owned a Dog Before: Yes No
If yes, when: What kind:

Please explain in detail what happened to your previous pets: (illness, old age, ran away , stolen, accident, put to sleep, etc)

Have you ever had to give up a pet: Yes No Please Explain Why:
Have you ever brought an animal to a shelter: Yes No Please Explain Why:
Do all of you pets get along: Yes No
Where did you get these pets from:

Your Preferences
What age dog are you applying for:
What Gender: Male Female Doesn't Matter
Would you consider a pair: Yes No
Would you consider a mix: Yes No
Purpose: Gift Companion Family Pet Other

General Information
Where will the dog be during the day:
In the House Garage Basement Crate Outside Kennel Chained Room Other

Will the dog have run of the house: Yes No
Where will the dog be kept at night:
Number of hours dog will be left alone each day:

Are you willing to work with a dog that is not fully housebroke or is destructive: Yes No
What measures will you take:

What do feel is behavior that is not acceptable and how would you discipline a dog:

Are you aware that if circumstances change, you cannot give away or turn into a shelter any BFBR dog and that it has to be returned to the rescue: Yes No

Are you willing to take your dog to obedience training (required): Yes No
Are you willing to use a crate if needed: Yes No
Are you willing to be patient while a new dog adjusts: Yes No
Are you willing to allow a home visit prior to adoption (required): Yes No
Are you currently working with another rescue: Yes No
Have you ever worked with another rescue: Yes No

How did you hear about us:

If you presently have pets that see a vet, please provide the vet's name, address, phone and account number. Also, print, fill out and mail or fax the veterinary release form allowing us to discuss your pets with your vet.

Please provide 2 personal references that we may contact:
Name: Phone: Relationship:
Name: Phone: Relationship:

Please feel free to use this space to add additional information or comments:

Please note: the following items must be checked and complete or your application will NOT be considered.
I am over the age of 21.
I understand that by checking this box, it is a valid and legal substitution for written signatures on this document titled "Adoption Application".
I am financially and physically able to care for an animal.
The information provided by me is true and complete to my knowledge and I understand that if information to the contrary is discovered, it can mean immediate removal of pet acquired through BFBR.
I understand that any and all information provided by me on this application or on subsequent interviews or home visits is the property of BFBR and will be kept private and confidential.
I understand that any money paid to Best Friends Boxer Rescue for a pet adoption are non-refundable and go entirely to care for dogs in rescue.

If you are faxing or mailing this application, please sign in full and date. If you have not heard from someone regarding your application within 3 days, please contact linda@bestfriendsboxerrescue.com. Thank you for considering a rescue dog!