Adoption Application Why do you want to adopt a dog?
For what reasons would you like to adopt a dog for?
What do you believe are the most important responsibilities in owning a dog?
Please provide ages of all residents of your home (adults/children)
Please list any current pets living in your home, breed, age, sex and if they are spayed / neutered.
Are you planning to move in the near future?
What will you do with this dog if you need to move?
Is anyone in your household allergic to dogs?
When will you be ready to adopt this dog?
Some dogs require fostering forst to ensure a good fit. Do you agree to foster the dog prior to adopting if requested by Smiles & Cries?
Are you familiar with the breed?
What type of home do you currently reside in?
Do you rent or own this property?
What behavioral problems are you willing to tolerate and or work on?
Where will the dog be kept when you are not home? (ie: run of the house, in a crate, kitchen etc...)
Where will the dog be kept at night?
Have you discussed this adoption with all members of your household?
Under what circumstance(s) would you find it neccessary to re-home your pet?
Are you aware of the financial responsibilities in owning a dog? Accidents and illnesses can happen at any time and depending on the needs of the dog, vet care can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars per year. Are you able and willing to take on this financial obligation?
Have you ever been denied to adopt an animal from any other organization or rescue? Please explain
Are there any comments that you would like to make in support of your application?
