ADOPT / ADOPTION PROCESS

Dog Adoption Application

Help us find the right match for you and your family.

Adopter meeting an animal at the shelter

Before an Adoption Can Be Considered

We carefully screen each applicant to help ensure our animals are matched with the right guardian and home. An incomplete application will not be processed. You must have the knowledge and consent of all members of your household, be 18 years of age, and have valid I.D. and a current address. The application becomes the property of NHS once submitted and may take up to a week to process. NHS reserves the right to decline applications.

Your Adoption Application

Name of dog *

Applicant Information

First name *

Last name *

Address *

Apt #

City *

Postal Code *

Phone number *

Email *

Current status Attending school Working full-time Working part-time Retired Other

Housing Own Rent Other

If other, please specify (housing)

Do you have children between 0 and 18? If yes, please state their ages

Do you have frequent visitors at the house (children, grandchildren, etc.)? Yes No

If yes, please specify (frequent visitors)

Animal History Questionnaire

Is anyone in your household allergic to animals? Yes No

Please tell us about your pet experience with present pets. Include names, ages, whether they are spayed/neutered, date of last veterinary visit, and whether they are currently in the household

Please provide your veterinarian's name and phone number. If you have used more than one veterinarian, please list all that apply. If you have not had one before, provide the veterinarian you plan to use

Have you ever had to give up or rehome a pet? If so, what were the circumstances?

Please explain your reasons for adopting a pet today and what your ideal pet would be

If you go on vacation, what will you do with your pet?

Hours pet will be left alone on weekdays

Hours pet will be left alone on weekends

Home & Lifestyle

How would you describe your household activity level? Very busy Somewhat busy Quiet

Do you have a fenced backyard? Yes No

What type of accommodation will you be providing for this dog? Indoor with frequent walks Outdoors

If outdoors, please specify

About the Dog You Would Like to Adopt

What temperament are you looking for in a dog? Check all that apply Playful Social Dominant Submissive Independent Quiet Active Calm Likes other dogs Likes cats Good with kids Likes strangers House trained Crate trained Obedience trained

Why would you like to adopt this dog? Looking for a companion Playmate for another dog Playmate for a child Guard dog Hunting Other

Please tell us about your level of dog experience First-time owner Average experience Experienced with dogs

What is your plan for introducing your dog to your current animals at home?

Behaviour & Training

What behaviours/obstacles are you willing to work with? Check all that apply Separation anxiety Dog aggression/reactivity Leash manners Barking Jumping Fearful/Shyness Prey drive Mouthing/biting House training Dietary issues Other

How do you plan on training your new dog? What methods will you use?

Are there any circumstances under which you would return this animal? Please explain

Do you plan on purchasing pet insurance? Yes No

Additional Information

Is there anything else you would like us to know that may help us understand the home and care you can provide for this dog?

Applicant Certification

I certify that the information I have given is true and I authorize investigation of all statements in this application *

Your full name (typed as your signature) *

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Thank you

We've received your adoption application. A member of our team will review it and be in touch. Thank you for opening your home.

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