Adoption Application Adoption Application. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION IF YOU DO NOT LIVE IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, OR ARE NOT SERIOUS ABOUT ADOPTING A GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG! PLEASE CLICK THE SUBMIT BUTTON ONLY ONCE AND WAIT FOR THE CONFIRMATION!! Please fill out the adoption application with as much information as possible. We know 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 $250.00 will be asked when adopting a dog. This is a donation to our rescue. The money is used to get the dogs spayed/neutered, keep vaccinations current, and to help keep the rescue going! We need these donations in order to save more dogs! When you have found your forever dog and are ready to adopt we ask that you bring your California Driver's License and your most recent utility bill with you. We ask that everyone in the household who will be living with the dog on a regular basis be present when you visit the Rescue to meet our dogs. That way we can be sure that the dog will get along with everyone in its new family. If you currently own any dogs you MUST bring them with as well so we can supervise the dog introduction on neutral territory and make sure it will be a good match. All fields that are preceded with an asterisk ‘*’ are required fields and must be entered before the application will be submitted. If you are human, leave this field blank. Name * Please provide your full name. Address * City * State * CA 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? * Now Next 1-2 months Next 3-6 months Not Sure. Primarily, what type of dog are you looking for? * Indoor Outdoor Both Who is the dog for? * Self Spouse Significant Other Children Other Check all that apply. If you choose "Other" in the above question, please specify who. Are there children living in the house now? * Yes No If you answered yes to the above question, please list their ages. What is the activity level in the home? * High Medium Low Does anyone in the home have allergies? * Yes No 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 No 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 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 No 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 No If you answered yes to above question, please tell us about your adoption experience. Why do you wish to adopt a German Shepherd at this time? * What are your plans for the dog? (Check all that apply) * Companion Pet Protective family dog. Guard dog Breeding Obedience/agility work Search/Rescue Other 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 Rent or Own your home? * Rent Own 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 No Do you have a doggy door? * Yes No Is your home safe for a large breed? * Yes No Is your backyard fenced? * Yes No 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 No Do you have a swimming pool? * Yes No If you answered yes to the above question, is the pool fenced? Yes No Where will the dog be kept? * Indoors Outdoors Both Will the dog be restricted to only certain parts of the home or yard? * Yes No If you answered yes the above question, please explain. Is anyone home during the day? * Yes No How many hours will the dog be left alone 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 No If you answered no to the above question, please explain: Pet Name #1 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 No Will this pet get along with a new dog? Yes No Comments Pet Name #2 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 No Will this pet get along with a new dog? Yes No Comments Pet Name #3 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 No Will this pet get along with a new dog? Yes No Comments Do you have a Veterinarian? * Yes No 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 No Have you ever given a pet away? * Yes No 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 No Are you willing to take your dog to obedience training? * Yes No Are you willing to consult a trainer or behaviorist if problems develop? * Yes No 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? * What type of exercise do you plan to give this dog? (Check all that apply) * Walk on leash Walk off leash Jogging Hiking Dog Park Playing in backyard None Other If you choose "other", please explain. Are there any dogs currently at the shelter, you are interested in meeting. Please list their names. * 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-By selecting "Yes", you are agreeing 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 $250 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. * Yes- I understand Application Processing: Please be patient while we process your application. It may take up to 7 days. Please allow us to get back to you before you make the drive to the Rescue. You will receive an email from one of our volunteers to discuss your application and/or confirm that your application has been approved. We cannot show you any dogs until we have reviewed and approved your application. Thank you. * Yes- I understand
