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dog info
Which dog(s) are you interested in adopting?
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Why do you want to adopt a dog? (companionship, gift, protection etc.)
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Are you looking to adopt an adult or a puppy? Why?
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If you're looking to adopt a puppy, why a puppy? Are you familiar with the care and training needed, and what steps will you take to prepare
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What is your housing situation?
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How long have you lived there?
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Any plans to move?
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If you rent, are there any breeds you're not allowed to have?
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If you rent, what's your landlord's name and contact info?
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Do you have a fenced yard? If so, what size? (We don't think a yard is required)
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What kind of fence do you have? (Wood, wire, stone etc.)
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How tall is the fence?
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fAMILY info
How many adults are living with you?
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Have all adults agreed to the adoption?
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How many children in the home, and ages?
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How will you prepare the children for a new dog?
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Have the children had pets before?
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Do you expect your family situation to change? If yes, how?
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Is anyone allergic to pets? If so, who and to what?
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current pet info
Current pets? Please tell us their species, age, sex, and breed (for dogs)
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Former pets? Please tell us their species, age, sex, and breed (for dogs)
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Have you ever given an animal away or relinquished an animal to a shelter?
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Have you ever bred or considered breeding a dog for business or recreation?
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If yes, what were the circumstances?
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new pet info
Who will be the new dog's primary caregiver?
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How much time will you give your new dog to adjust to your home?
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Can you describe an average daily routine for a dog in your home? (From waking up to going to sleep)
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Can you afford an emergency vet bill of up to $5k? Note: Generally any hospitalization costs at least $1k.
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Are you committed to providing a responsible home for your pet’s entire life (15+ years)?
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If you have to move, what do you plan on doing with your pets?
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When you're out of town, or there's an emergency, who will watch your dog?
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Where will the dog be kept during the day and night?
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How often do you plan on taking your dog outside?
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How many hours a day will your dog be left alone?
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Will you crate your dog? If so, when and for what reasons?
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Describe any formal or informal animal training experience you have
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What would you do if your dog develops an issue, such as barking, separation anxiety, aggression?
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Have you previously owned pets with behavioral issues? If so what were they and how did you overcome them?
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Adopt
Current Underdogs
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Foster
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2022 Adopted Underdogs
2021 Adopted Underdogs
2020 Adopted Underdogs
2019 Adopted Underdogs
2018 Adopted Underdogs
2017 Adopted Underdogs
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