Rescue Dog Adoption Application

  • Adoption Application

  • Important Information - PLEASE READ - Prior to filling out application

    Thank you for your interest in rescuing a Sheltered Paws dog! Our goal is to adopt our dogs into permanent, loving and responsible homes. Please complete this form as completely and honestly as possible. The information you supply enables us to place the right dog into the right "forever" home.

    Application Review Process: Our goal is to find the best possible home in a timely manner. Please understand that several people may be interested in the same dog that you are and working through the process at the same time. Completing the application does NOT GUARANTEE that you will be approved for adoption or that the dog is yours. We are all volunteers who have donated many hours of our free time, our own money and lots of love into each and every dog. We make every effort to be as timely and as fair in the process as we can. Please be patient. If you have any questions along the way, please don't hesitate to e-mail us at: spdrapp@shelteredpaws.com.

    Once received, your application will be reviewed and you will receive notification if chosen to proceed to the next step in the process (this may come from us or directly from the foster parent). You and the foster family will set up a time for a "meet and greet" with the foster dog. If you have any pets of your own, they should meet the foster dog, too. Those meetings are best done in neutral territory, so there are less opportunities for territorial/possession issues to arise. After a successful "meet and greet" with everyone involeved (including children and other pets), the foster family will advise you to go to either of SPCA Cincinnati locations to formally complete the adoption process. The foster parent has the final say as to whether an applicant is approved or not, based on their direct knowledge of the dog, his/her needs, behavior and personality.

    Working with the Foster Family: Each foster family knows the personality and characteristics of their foster dog and have likely become quite attached in the process. With this knowledge, the foster family will make the best determination possible in selecting the family that should adopt their foster dog. Please do not take it personally if it is not you - if you are not the selected adopter, this is not an indication that we think you would not be a good pet owner - it means that that particular dog would be best suited in a different environment based on the behavior he/she has demonstrated in their foster home. We do our best to "speak for those who cannot speak for themselves". We try our best to do what is right for them. Thank you and good luck in your search for your new family member.

     

  • Applicant Information

  • Animal Information

  • If not a specific dog, what is your age preference:
  • What type of dog temperament would best meet your needs:

  • Adopter Information

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  • Is it permissible to contact you at work? (We will only contact you at work if you click "yes")
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  • Household Information

  • Are all members of your household in agreement with this adoption?*
  • Do you live in a*

  • Do you own or rent?*
  • Does your landlord allow dogs? (Please inform them we will be contacting them to verify their pet policy)
  • Are there any restrictions from your landlord,  subdivision or condo?*
  • Does anyone in your home have allergies to dogs or have asthma?*
  • Has everyone in your home, especially the children, been around animals before?*
  • How would you classify your home:

  • Current/Previous Pet Information

  • Were these pets?*
  • If not listed above, have you previously owned a dog?
  • Have you previously raised a puppy?
  • Have you adopted from an animal welfare group before?
  • Have you ever given up a pet?*

  • New Pet Information

  • What role(s) would you like your new dog or puppy to play in your life:*
  • Where will your pet primarily live?
  • When alone, where will your pet stay?
  • Do you have a fully fenced yard?
  • Do you have any of the following?
  • Have you ever house-broken a dog or puppy before?*
  • A rescue animal may have some additional adjustment problems at first. Are you willing to provide extra attention and/or training, if needed?*
  • Do you plan to take an obedience or training class with your dog?
  • When you pick up your new pet from the foster home, are you willing to bring with you the following: dog leash, collar, a pre-printed name tag with your name, address and phone number?*
  • Do you understand that a dog can be an 18 year commitment, and can cost $300 - $500 per year to care for?
  • Are you aware that a large breed dog takes about two years to mature? Is this something you're prepared for?
  • How did you find out about Sheltered Paws Dog Rescue?

  • Signature & Pledge:

  • I confirm that the information I have provided in this application is true and complete. Additionally, I give permission to Sheltered Paws Dog Rescue to verify the information I've provided on this application.

    I Understand that Sheltered Paws Dog Rescue cannot guarantee the future health or temperament of the animal I am interested in adopting. Furthermore, I understand that Sheltered Paws Dog Rescue is not legally responsible for any problems or expenses I incur behause of health, temperament, or behavior issues that occur with the dog once the adoption is final and he/she is in my home. I understand that Sheltered Paws Dog Rescue will offer any guidance and/or advice that may help me work through any issues I might experience with my new pet, and that is is my responsibility to contact Sheltered Paws Dog Rescue.

    If for any reason, at any time, I cannot or will not continue care for this pet, I agree to contact a Sheltered Paws Dog Rescue director, or the foster family, and make arrangements to return the pet to the rescue group--I WILL NOT RETURN THIS DOG TO A SHELTER. Failure to sign this pledge could result in the rejection of, or delay in approving your application.

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