TGCBTC-Bull-Terrier-Rescue-Adoption-Form

Hello,
We are glad that you are interested in adopting a Bull Terrier! A successful rescue becomes one of the most rewarding things you may ever experience. Please take some time to read through the materials and provide us with all of the information requested below in our adoption application.

Please note fields with a red asterisk are required fields and the form will not submit unless these fields have been answered.

Name*

Email Address*

Street Address*

City*

State*

Zip Code*

Daytime Phone Number*

Evening Phone Number

Best time to contact you?

What type of housing do you live in?*

If living in an apartment, please state which floor

How long at present address?*

Do you rent or own?*

Landlord Contact Info - If renting, please provide landlord's contact information. What are their policies on dogs? Do you have any breed specific laws where you live or restrictions on the weight or number of pets allowed?

Employer(s)*

Household members - Please list names and ages of all people who will be living with the dog.*

Occupation of household members?*

Are there any other people who will regularly be in contact with the dog, ie visiting grandchildren, etc?

Animal Allergies? Does anyone in your household have any known allergies to animals? If yes, please explain.

Do you have children?*

NoYes

If you have children, are you willing to teach the children the proper way to handle and respect a live animal? Please elaborate.

How did you hear about Bull Terrier Rescue?

Describe your ideal dog*

Why would you like a Bull Terrier?*

Will this be your first Bull Terrier?*

YesNo

Does everyone in the family want a Bull Terrier? What members are enthusiastic? What members are unenthusiastic? Please elaborate.*

Have you and your family discussed whether your lifestyle is such that you HAVE the time and energy to properly care for a Bull Terrier? Please explain.*

Do you have any BREED SPECIFIC laws where you live?*

YesNo

Do you fully understand and accept the fact that a Bull Terrier must never be allowed off leash unless within a fully fenced, secure area (ie. NOT a dog park), and then never left unattended? Do you also understand that no amount of training can ever ensure a Bull Terrier can safely be off leash or unconfined, and that not strictly adhering to this restriction will place your Bull Terrier at risk of serious injury or death?*

AgreeDisagree

What activities have you done with previous dogs / intend to do with a bull terrier?

What would you do if your dog(s) got away and became lost? Please elaborate.*

Do you have a pool or live on a lake?

PoolLakeNone

Does a fence secure the pool area or lakefront?

Yes, it's fenced.No fence.Not applicable.

Have you owned other dogs before? If yes, please list the breed(s). Please state what happened to each prior pet (ie cause of death, lost, surrendered etc).*

List other pets you currently own or other pets that will come into regular contact with the bull terrier - please include breed, age, sex, weight, temperament, and whether they are spayed/neutered. What interaction have the dogs had with other dogs outside and inside the home?*

Do your closest neighbors have any cats or dogs that the rescue dog may come into contact with? Please describe these pets and specify if this interaction would be directly face-to-face or through fencing.*

What traits and characteristics do these pets have? (ie., submissive, dominant, very playful, lethargic, food aggressive, shy, etc.)?*

Have your current dogs been tested for heartworm, and are they on preventative?*

What type of flea protection do you plan to use?*

If you have other animals, how much time do you think is appropriate to accustom them and the new dog to each other? How will you do this?

Name / Address / Phone Number of most recent Veterinarian*

Is someone home during the day?*

YesNo

If no, what are your work hours?

How long will the bull terrier typically be left alone?*

Where will the dog be kept during the day?*

Where will the dog be kept during the night?*

Who will be the primary caretaker of this dog?*

Do you have a fenced yard? If yes, please list type and height.*

If your yard is NOT completely fenced, how do you plan to contain your dog to your property? Please elaborate.

Have you checked the yard for dangerous articles, plants, or anything the dog could use to climb the fence? What will you do to ensure that a door/gate will NOT be left open allowing the dog to escape?*

What type of collar/leash have you used in the past and what do you intend to use with a bull terrier?

Are you aware that Bull Terriers are willful animals, and must be confined within a fenced area (or on a leash) to prevent them from exercising their powerful instinct to explore?*

Please describe your daily exercise plan for your Bull Terrier*

Are you aware the yearly maintenance of a dog is upwards of $400 (not including food or grooming)?*

YesNo

Please describe plans for care of your dog while away (ie. vacation, business travel, etc)*

Are you financially able to provide emergency medical care for your dog if the need were to arise? What do you consider a major expense might be that you could not afford for your dog? Would you invest in a medical insurance policy for your dog?*

Are you willing to obtain a crate and crate-train your dog?*

Yes, I will get a crate.No, I will not get a crate.

If you are not willing to get a crate please explain why?*

What amount of time and effort do you expect to devote to training your new dog?*

Do you have the time to house train a dog, if necessary?*

Describe your house-training method*

What would you do if your dog bit someone?*

What would you consider unacceptable canine behavior(s) or circumstances which would cause you to give your dog up?*

What is your definition of disciplining a dog? Please explain in detail.*

Are you willing to have your home visited by appointment by a Bull Terrier Rescue representative?*

YesNo

What will you do if the bull terrier demonstrates behaviors such as chewing, digging, not getting along with other pets, difficulty adjusting to your home?*

How will you monitor the bull terrier when interacting with children, with adults, and with other pets?*

Have you and your family considered that a Bull Terrier generally lives to be 10-14 years old? Are you willing to accept that commitment? Please explain*

Do you understand that no matter how much these dogs are evaluated by their foster families, they usually come with "baggage" we don't know about, and that the transition may take weeks or even months?*

Bull Terrier Preference - what sex of dog would you prefer?*

MaleFemaleNo preference

What age of dog would you prefer? Please note rescue Bull Terriers typically range in age from 1 year to 8 years old.*

Are you ready to add a Bull Terrier to your family now, or do you have upcoming commitments and/or changes that may delay the adoption process?*

Yes, I am ready.No, see next question.

If you are unable to bring a dog home in the immediate future, please explain and provide a rough timeline. (E.g. moving, travel plans, visitors, currently fostering a dog, etc.)

References Please provide the names, addresses, and phone numbers for two people who are not relatives and do not reside in your household.*

Please use this space to explain why a Bull Terrier will fit in to your family and lifestyle. Feel free to include any further information you feel will help us in evaluation your application.*

Please Email Us at tgcbullterrierrescue@gmail.com if you are having problems with this online form or if you do not hear back from us within 2-3 working days. Thanks for your time and interest in a rescue Bull Terrier.

Thank you for your cooperation. This comprehensive questionnaire helps us in placing the right dog with the right family. An improper placement, or one in which all the details are NOT known, can end tragically – usually for the dog. Thanks again and we look forward to meeting you in the near future.

I/We certify the information contained in this application is true and correct.

We reserve the right to refuse or deny any application.

Texas Gulf Coast Bull Terrier Rescue ONLINE ADOPTION APPLICATION