Austin Dog Rescue - Adoption Application

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Adoption Application

As an all volunteer organization, we like to focus on helping those that are ready to bring a dog in to their home. Please read our FAQ section for more information about the process. Submitting your application is not a commitment to adopt a dog, but indicates that you are seriously seeking to add a family member to your home within the next 10 days.

* = required field

Contact Information

Applicant’s Full Name *
Co-Applicant Full Name
Address *
City/State *
Zip Code *
County You Live In *
Email Address (personal email only) *
Home Phone *
Cell /Alt. Phone *
Applicant/Co-Applicant's Employer Name *
Work Phone

Your Family and Home

The FIRST STEP in the APPROVAL PROCESS for those that lease is a letter from your management company. We must have this information before proceeding to the next step. Please fax it to 512-366-9897 or scan/e-mail it to us at info@austindog.org.

Own or Lease your Home *
Type of Residence *
How long have you resided at this address? *
Do you have a copy of your lease agreement or a letter stating you may have a dog? *
Landlord/management company name:
Landlord/management company phone number:
Any size or breed restrictions? *
Which dog(s) are you interested in adopting? *
Do you have a fenced yard? *
What kind of fence and how tall?
Do you have a lock on your gate?
Do you have children in the home? *
If so, what are their ages?
Is everyone in your home in agreement to adopt a dog? *

Personal References

Name of Reference 1 *
Referene 1 Phone Number *
Reference 1 Email Address *
Name of Reference 2 *
Reference 2 Phone Number *
Reference 2 Email Address *
How would you describe your dog experience level? *
What sizes of dog (when fully grown) are you interested in adopting? *
Current Dog 1 Name
Current Dog 1 Age
Current Dog 1 Sex
Current Dog 2 Name
Current Dog 2 Age
Current Dog 2 Sex
Current Dog 3 Name
Current Dog 3 Age
Current Dog 3 Sex
List dogs you have had over the past 7 years OTHER than those listed above.
If not with you, tell us what happened or where they are now:
Are/were your current or past dogs up to date on their DHPP & Rabies? *

Though not required, we HIGHLY recommend your dog be vaccinated with the bordetella vaccine.

Are all of your dog spayed/neutered? *
Have you always provided your dogs Heartworm Preventative? *
Where do or will you purchase your heartworm preventative? (If online a receipt will be required) *
Please provide us with any additional medical or health information you feel is important we know.

Veterinary References

What is the NAME and PHONE NUMBER of the vet that holds the records of your current dog?
If you do not have a vet, what is the NAME and PHONE NUMBER of the vet you will be using?
Where will your new dog sleep? *
How much time unsupervised will the dog spend outdoors each day? *
Where will your new dog be when no one is home? *
Do you have a doggie door? *
Do you agree to follow the advice given to you by ADR on setting the dog up for a successful transition? *
Are you willing to attend obedience training if recommended? *
Are you willing to buy and use a crate? *
Do any of your dogs have issues with other dogs of the same sex?
Do you own cats? *
If so are your cats used to dogs?
Briefly tell us what age, size traits and personality you are looking for in a dog. *
Once you bring your new family member home, what will an average day be like for them and you? *
Who will exercise your dog and what kind of exercise will it be? *
List ALL circumstances in which you would not keep the dog you adopt. *
Do you understand that it could take up to two months for your new dog to settle in to your home? *
If approved, how soon will you be ready to accept a dog into your home? *
Do you have any comments that would help us in approving your application?
How did you hear about Austin Dog Rescue? *