Adoption Form | German Shepherd Rescue

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION IF YOU DO NOT LIVE IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, OR ARE NOT SERIOUS ABOUT ADOPTING A GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG!

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Please fill out the adoption application with as much information as possible. We know that there are a lot of questions, but providing accurate information will help us to match you up with the right dog for your situation. Once your application is submitted, one of our volunteers will contact you to discuss the application. Submitting an application does not obligate you to adopt from our organization.

A minimum donation of $350.00 will be asked when adopting a dog. This is a donation to our rescue. The money is used to get the dogs spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and to help keep the rescue going! We need these donations in order to save more dogs! Thank you for your interest.

All fields that are preceded with an asterisk ‘*’ are required fields and must be entered before the application will be submitted.

Name: *

Address: *

City *

State: *

We only adopt to homes in Southern California.

Zip Code *

Email *

Phone Number: *

Please provide your home phone number. If possible, please include your work and/or cell phone numbers. Be sure to include your area code

Best time to call: *

Occupation: *

How soon are you ready to adopt a dog? *

Now

Next 1-2 months

Next 3-4 months

Not sure.

Primarily, what type of dog are you looking for? *

Indoor

Outdoor

Both

If you choose "Other" in the above question, please specify who.

Are there children living in the home now? *

Yes

If you answered yes to the above question, please list their ages.

Do you plan on having children in the home in the future? *

Yes

If you answered yes to the above question, please explain.

What is the activity level in the home?

High

Medium

Low

Does anyone in the home have allergies? *

Yes

If you answered yes to the above question, please explain. *

Does anyone in the home have medical conditions or physical limitations that might cause difficulty in caring for or living with a large, strong dog? *

Yes

If you answered yes to the above question, please explain.

Who will take care of the dog on a daily basis? *

Who will take care of the dog when you are out of town? *

Who will take care of the dog if you become sick, injured, or unable to care for the dog? *

What is the age of the daily caretaker? *

Have you ever owned a German Shepherd before? *

Yes

If you answered yes to above question, please tell us about your experience with the breed.

Have you ever adopted a German Shepherd before? *

Yes

If you answered yes to the above question, please tell us about your experience with the adoption:

Why do you wish to adopt a German Shepherd at this time?

If you choose "other", please explain.

How did you hear about our organization? *

Do you live in a: *

House

Condo/Townhome

Apartment

Other

If you choose "other", please explain.

Do you... *

Own

Rent

If you rent, please provide the phone number of your landlord. (Including the area code)

How long have you lived at this address. *

If you were forced to move for any reason, would you bring the dog with you? *

Yes

Do you have a doggy door? *

Yes

Is your home safe for a large breed? *

Yes

Is your backyard fenced? *

Yes

What is the height of the fence at the lowest point? (In Feet)

What is the height of the fence at the highest point? (In Feet)

Do you have locks on your gates? *

Yes

Do you have a swimming pool? *

Yes

If you answered yes to the above question, is the pool fenced?

Yes

Where will the dog be kept? *

Indoors

Outdoors

Both

Will the dog be restricted to only certain parts of the home or yard? *

Yes

If you answered yes the above question, please explain.

Is anyone home during the day? *

Yes

How many hours will the dog be left alone on a typical day? *

Where will the dog be left alone? (Specifically) *

Where will the dog sleep at night? (Specifically) *

How will the dog spend it's day? *

We reserve the right to inspect all homes and yards prior to approving any adoption, or following any adoption. Is this okay? *

Yes

If you answered no to the above question, please explain:

Pet #1 Name: *

Please list any pets that you currently have in your household. If you do not have a pet, please type "N/A"

Type:

Sex:

Male

Female

Age:

How long have you owned this pet?

Is this pet spayed or neutered?

Yes

Will this pet get along with a new dog?

Yes

Comments:

Pet #2 Name:

Please list the second pet you have in your household.

Type:

Sex:

Male

Female

Age:

How long have you owned this pet?

Is this pet spayed or neutered?

Yes

Will this pet get along with a new dog?

Yes

Comments:

Pet #3 Name:

Please list the third pet you have in your household.

Type:

Sex:

Male

Female

Age:

How long have you owned this pet?

Is this pet spayed or neutered?

Yes

Will this pet get along with a new dog?

Yes

Comments:

Do you have any small dogs, cats or birds?

Yes

If you do not have any pets at this time, please tell us what happened to your last pet:

Do you have a veterinarian?

Yes

Veterinarian's name:

Veterinarian's phone number, including area code.

Are you willing to take the dog to the veterinarian if it were to become sick, injured, or for annual exams?

Yes

Have you ever given a pet away?

Yes

If you answered yes to the above question, please explain.

Under what circumstances would you give up your pet?

Have you ever taken a dog to obedience training?

Yes

Are you willing to take your dog to obedience training?

Yes

Are you willing to consult a trainer or behaviorist if problems develop?

Yes

What behavioral or medical problems do you feel that you cannot deal with in a dog?

How much time will you and your family be able to spend with the dog each day?

If you choose "other", please explain.

Please list the names of any specific dog(s) that you are interested in meeting.

Age range of dogs you are interested in:

Newborns (Under 2 months)

Puppy (2 to 8 months)

Adolescent (8 months to 2 years)

Adult (2 to 6 years)

Senior (over 6 years)

No Preference

Sex of Dog:

Male

Female

No preference

Color preference (if any):

Other desired qualities or traits:

Please tell us anything else that you wish to have considered in your application.

Are you aware of the following about German Shepherds: Can Dig. Can Bark. Can be provoked to be aggressive. Can jump over fences and gates. Can chase cats, birds, and small dogs. Can play too roughly with small children. Can be possessive of food, treats, and toys. Can challenge other dogs in the household for dominance. Can be overly protective of their home, and family members. Need socialization and training. Will need daily love and attention for the rest of their lives. Can live to be 10 to 16 years of age. Require annual vaccinations and vet check-ups. Can require flea and tick preventative medication. Can be very dependent on people and develop "seperation anxiety" if left alone. Can develop health problems (including arthritis or hip dysplasia) as they grow older. Require a lot of time, effort, money and love. Are very loyal and loving, and can be heartbroken if they lose their home and family.

Yes

By selecting "yes", you are certifying that you have read and understand, the above mentioned German Shepherd attributes. *

Terms and Conditions - I acknowledge that all of the information contained in this application is true and accurate. - I understand that any misrepresentation of fact may result in the removal of the adopted dog by German Shepherd Rescue. - I understand that an adoption contract is part of the adoption process and will be enforced. - Once a dog is adopted, if it is found to be neglected or abused, German Shepherd Rescue reserves the right to reclaim the dog. - Once a dog is adopted, if the adoption contract is breached in any way, German Shepherd Rescue reserves the right to reclaim the dog. - I understand that German Shepherd Rescue reserves the right to refuse service to any potential adopter at any time. - I understand that by entering the kennel area and by interacting with the dogs that there may be potential hazards and I hereby waive any and all claim or claims against the German Shepherd Rescue, the property owner or the Rescue's volunteers for whatever accidents or injuries may result regardless of fault.

Yes, I agree with all terms and conditions.

Submitting your application: By submitting this application, you acknowledge that all of the information contained in this application is true and accurate. Any misrepresentations of fact may result in the removal of the adopted dog by German Shepherd Rescue. You understand that an adoption contract is part of the adoption process and will be enforced. Once a dog is adopted, if it is found to be neglected or abused, German Shepherd Rescue reserves the right to reclaim the dog. To submit your application, please click on 'Submit'. Once submitted, an adoption coordinator will be contacting you as soon as possible. Please do not submit an application if you do not live in Southern California, or if you are not serious about adopting a German Shepherd Dog. A minimum donation of $350 will be asked when an adoption is approved. To cancel your application, just click 'Back' on your browser. We are an all volunteer organization. Please be patient while we process your application. We will respond to you as quickly as we can, usually within ten days.

Yes, I understand