Adoption Application - TEAM Dog Rescue

Name of the dog you're applying for (if applicable):

Why is this dog a good fit for you?*

If you are not applying for a specific dog, please provide details on what you are looking for in a dog.

Do you have a size preference?*

I would prefer to adopt a small dog (25 lbs or less)
I would prefer to adopt a medium dog (25 – 50 lbs)
I would prefer to adopt a large dog (50 lbs or larger)
I have no size preference to adopt

Would you prefer to adopt a male or a female dog?*

I would prefer to adopt a female
I would prefer to adopt a male
I have no gender preference

Ideally, how old would your dog be?*

Puppy
Young dog (1 – 2 years old)
Adult
Senior
I have no age preference to adopt

Do you have a breed preference to adopt?

I am looking for a… (please check any that apply):*

Companion
Couch warmer / Netflix buddy
Walking buddy
Athlete (jogging, biking buddy)
Agility or sporting dog
Therapy / support dog
Guard dog

Personal Information

Your First & Last Name*

Email Address*

Primary Phone Number*

Alternate Phone Number

When is the best time to call?*

Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Your Age Bracket*

25-44
45-64
65+
Prefer not to answer

Your Current Address*

City*

Province*

Postal Code*

Your Occupation*

Home & Household

What best describes your living situation?*

Landlord's name:*

Landlord's phone number / email:*

Note: We will reach out to your landlord prior to finalizing the adoption.

How many years have you lived at your current address?*

Please enter a number from 0 to 100.

Do you have any plans to move in the next 12 months?*

Yes, I plan on moving
No, I do not plan on moving

Please describe your community:*

City
Busy suburb
Quiet suburb
Small town
Rural and/or farm community

Do you live with other adult(s)? (e.g. spouse, partner, roommate)*

Please note: TEAM requires all members of the household to be on board with the adoption.

Spouse/Roommate/Partner's Name

Their Phone Number

Their Email

Their Occupation

Do you have any children (under 18 years) in the home?*

Please list the name(s) and your relationship to everyone in your household. For children under the age of 18, please include their ages.

e.g. Sam (spouse); Joe (roommate); Charlie (child, age 8)

Do all members of your household agree to adopt?*

Yes, everyone agrees to adopt
No, not everyone agrees to adopt

Please note: TEAM requires all members of the household to be on board with the adoption.

How would you describe your household?*

e.g. busy and active, calm and slow-paced, always out on an adventure, etc.

Who would be responsible for feeding, exercising and training your dog? Please explain.*

Does anyone in your household have allergies?*

Do you have a secured yard?*

Yes
No

Do you have access to a car?*

Yes
No

Do you have air conditioning in your home?*

Yes
No

Note: Some breeds / senior dogs may require this option during the summer months.

Is your home smoke-free?*

Yes
No

Other Pets

Have you had dog(s) before?*

Yes, I have had dog(s) before.
No, I am a first-time dog owner.

Are there currently animals in your home?*

Yes, I have a dog/dogs
Yes, I have a cat/cats
Yes, I have another animal/animals
No, I don’t have any other animals in the home

If yes, list the Name(s), Age(s) & Breed(s) of the other animals in the home

Please describe the dog(s) in your home. Are there dogs they get along better / worse with?

e.g. timid and submissive, outgoing, playful, aloof, best with calm females, etc.

Are the current pets in your home up-to-date on their vaccines and spayed/neutered?

Yes
No

If no, please explain.

Vetting

Veterinarian’s Name

If you do not have a current veterinarian, please write “N/A”

Veterinarian’s Number

If you do not have a current veterinarian, please write “N/A”

How often to you plan on taking your dog to the vet?*

Are you planning on purchasing pet insurance? Please explain.*

Lifestyle & Experience

The follow questions help us match and determine the best fit for you and your family.

Please describe what experience you and your family have had with dogs.*

Where will the dog be kept while you are out?*

How many hours on average would the dog be left unattended in the home on a weekday?*

Please enter a number from 0 to 24.

How many hours on average would the dog be left unattended in the home on a weekend day?*

Please enter a number from 0 to 24.

Please describe your plans for exercising your dog.*

Please describe your plan for training and socializing your dog.*

Have you ever engaged a dog trainer in the past?*

Yes
No

If yes, please provide the name of the trainer / training facility.

Are you prepared to work with a trainer to address behavioural issues that come up after adoption?*

Yes, I am prepared to engage a trainer
No, I am not prepared to engage a trainer

Note: TEAM Dog Rescue is happy to recommend trainers to our adopters.

Have you ever surrendered a dog or pet previously?*

If YES, we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss the circumstance

If yes, please explain.

Under what circumstances would you return your dog?*

Please check any that apply.

Please explain or add any thoughts about the question above.

Personal References

Please provide three personal references.

Reference 1 Name*

Relationship*

Reference 1 Phone Number*

Reference 2 Name*

Relationship*

Reference 2 Phone Number*

Reference 3 Name*

Relationship*

Reference 3 Phone Number*

Final Steps

Are you financially able to maintain a dog?*

(e.g. vet visits, food, training etc.)

Are you currently in the process of adoption with another rescue?*

Adopting a dog is a lifetime commitment. Are you prepared for that?*

Have you ever been convicted of neglect or cruelty to animals?*

How did you hear about us?

If someone recommended TEAM or referred you, please let us know.

Anything we missed? Please feel free to share any other information you feel is important for us to know.