Adopt a dog with All Paws Matter

Name:

Where are you applying from?

—Please choose an option—OntarioQuébecBritish Columbia

Name of the dog you are applying for:

Email:

Phone number(s) (IMPORTANT: no dashes or spaces, e.g. 1112223333):

Address, including city and postal code:

Is your home a:

HouseApartmentCondoTownhouse

Do you have other pets? If so, please list species and ages:

How many living in the house and what is their age? Be specific:

Would you be willing to allow a member of APM to conduct a home visit?:

Please list 2 personal references with their phone numbers:

Please provide vet’s name and phone number:

What is it that you seek most in a dog? (Companion, etc.):

Do you have a fenced yard? Please describe:

May we contact your vet for a reference?

YesNo

What would be a "deal breaker" for you? (a behavior you would not tolerate):

Have you ever had a dog that you surrendered/sold/gifted/transferred? If yes, please describe the circumstances:

How long will the dog be alone in any 24 hr period? Where will the dog be kept when alone?:

Where will the dog be kept at night?:

What is your occupation?:

Daily work hours:

If you live in a condo or townhouse, have you determined what kind or size of dog your association will allow?:

List past animals that you, as an adult, have been responsible for (Dog/Cat/Other, Breed, Indoor/Outdoor, Age, Altered?, What happened?):

For puppies adopted too young to be sterilized: I understand I must send proof of alteration within 7 days of the procedure:

Are you aware there is a $600.00 CAD (certified funds only) non-refundable adoption/processing fee?:

**Health Disclaimer**: We do not guarantee the health of any animals offered for adoption. Rescue animals may have unknown histories including exposure to illnesses. All dogs are seen by a vet, but no future health can be guaranteed. If your adopted pet shows signs of illness, you must take it to your vet at your expense.

Agree

Are you willing to spend the money to update shots on time, spay/neuter, and provide emergency care?:

How much do you think it costs, per year, to own a dog?:

Please explain why you want a dog/puppy:

What have you done to prepare yourself and your family for a new pet?:

If you move, what will you do to ensure you can take your pet with you?:

If your pet gets lost, in addition to contacting APM, what steps would you take to find it?:

What do you see as normal dog/puppy behaviour problems?:

How long do you feel it will take for a dog or puppy to acclimate to a new household?:

How will you introduce your new dog to your existing pet(s)?:

How will you encourage appropriate behaviour and prevent inappropriate behaviour?:

How long do you expect housebreaking to take? (If required):

I understand that, should behaviour issues arise, I must seek a trained professional:

Yes

How did you hear about All Paws Matter?:

**CONTRACTUAL NOTICE**: By signing this form I agree not to sell, give away, abandon, or otherwise transfer the dog. I understand that I must return the dog to APM if I can no longer care for it. Breach of this agreement is legally actionable.

Agree

Please type your name below (e-signature):

Date: