Adopt a lost abandoned neglected or abused schnauzer

ADOPTION APPLICATION

Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescue Schnauzer. Although the dog's background is generally unknown we have done our best to assure a well-tempered, healthy dog. All dogs have been given their vaccinations, and unless very young or very old, have been spayed or neutered.

Although, we cannot guarantee a problem-free rescue dog, we have done our very best to assure that each dog in the program is a good candidate for a new family. We want our dogs and our adopting families to be happy with the placement.

This application is very important in helping us make the right match between dog and new "parent". We, therefore, reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to turn down an application. By submitting this application whether by mail, in person or via the Internet, you are giving us permission to check the references listed, and demonstrating your sincere interest in pursing the adoption of a dog from our rescue program.

Part 1 - Applicant Information

First Name:

Last Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip:

Home Phone #:

Work Phone #:

Name of Co-Applicant:

Relationship: Spouse____ Parent______Child_______Roommate______Other_______

E Mail address: (Required if applying via the internet.) ______________________________

Do you rent or own your own home?

If you rent, please provide us with the landlords name and phone number. (Please note that we will contact your landlord)

How long have you lived at the above address?

What type of home do you live in?

Apartment ( ) House ( ) Duplex ( ) Mobile Home ( ) Condo ( ) Other ( )

Are there any convenants (restrictions, size, number, type) that prevent you from having a particular pet?

If yes, please explain:

How did you hear about SNSR?

Part 2 - Personal Information

How old are you?

Employer:

Position:

Work Phone #:

Co-Applicant's Employer:

Position:

Work Phone #:

Part 3 - Dog(s) you are interested in adopting

Are you looking for a Male ( ), Female ( ), or Either? ( )

Do you prefer:

Young. (Puppy to age 2) ______

Adult. (3 - 7 years old) ______

Veteran. (7 years or older) ______

Do you have a preference in color, sex or age?

Part 4 - Other Pets and Experience

1) What do you know about the breed (temperament, health, etc.)?

2) Why do you want to adopt a Miniature Schnauzer?
Please give all the reasons that apply. (companion, guard dog, gift, to breed, personal protection, for children, other)

3) Who will be responsible for the care of this dog?

4) How many hours will your dog be alone per day?

5) Who will care for this dog while you are on vacation?

6) If you move, what will you do with this dog?

7) What would you do if you could not keep the animal? Please be specific:

8) If you have children living in your home or that visit on a regular basis, please indicate their ages and sex.

9) Are you willing to take responsibility for this dog for the next 10 or more years?

Are you willing, even if you have your first or more children or pets?

10) Have you ever owned a Miniature Schnauzer?

11) If you have owned animals in the past, what happened to those animals?

12) Have you ever surrendered a pet of yours to an animal shelter? If yes, why?

13) Have you ever sold or given away one of your pets?

If yes, why?

14) What circumstances, in your mind, justify getting rid of a dog?

15) If you have other animals, please fill out the sections below.

Breed/Type Age Spayed or Neutered

16) Please provide the name and address of your veterinarian. We will call them for a reference.

17) Do you have a fenced yard?

18) What kind of fencing do you have?

19) If you do not have a fenced yard how will your Schnauzer be exercised?

20) Where do you plan on keeping your Schnauzer the MAJORITY of the time?

21) Where will your dog sleep at night?

22) What will you do with your dog when there is no one at home?

23) What will you do if your dog exhibits bad behavior? I.e....being destructive, soiling the house, barking, etc?

24) What will you do if the dog gets into trouble by ruining something of value?

25) Do you understand that this dog may not be housebroken, and are you willing to take the time to properly house train?

26) If necessary, what method of housebreaking will you use?

27) Do you understand that it may take this dog time (at least 30 days) to adapt to his or her new home?

28) Would you be willing to adopt a dog with a medical condition (allergies, thyroid Problem. Etc). Note.. We will not adopt out a dog with a major medical problem such as cancer.

29) Would you be willing to adopt a dog with a behavior problem (chewing, Separation anxiety, fear of thunderstorms, not housebroken, etc.) Note: We will not adopt a dog that is aggressive or has bitten before - under any circumstances.

30) List the types of behavior problems you consider NOT acceptable:

31) Please write any additional comments below. Use this space to also indicate any health or behavior problems that you could NOT handle. (dog aggression, cat aggression, daily medication, etc.)

32) Please give us names and phone numbers of three people (non family) who we can call for references.