Name of dog/cat to adopt:
Your name:
Your phone number:
Your spouse's name:
Your spouse's phone number:
Is your spouse/domestic partner on board with this adoption?
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
E-mail:
Why do you want to adopt this pet?
What is your breed preference?
Do you have experience with this breed?
What size best suits your family?
What age best suits your family?
Do you have children? Is yes, list their names and ages.
Who will be responsible for this pet's daily care?
Pet ownership History & Living Arrangements
Have you ever owned a cat or dog?
If yes, for how long?
Have you ever given up a pet?
If yes, why?
Please list the name, breed/type, sex, age and whether altered or not of any pets living in your household.
Your veterinarian's name & number:
If you do not have a veterinarian yet, provide two personal references:
What type of area do you live in?
Do you own your home or rent?
If renting, are pets allowed?
If renting & pets are allowed, what is your landlord's name & number? (This may act as one personal reference):
How long have you lived at this residence?
Do you have a fenced in yard (dogs only)?
If yes, what are the approximate dimensions?
Will your pet live inside the home or outside? Why?
Thinking about your new pet now...
Please describe the location where the pet will be kept when no one is home?
On average, how many hours a day will this pet be alone?
On a typical day, how much exercise will your pet get & how?
If your pet is a puppy, how do you plan to housetrain him/her? (all kittens are litter box trained)
Have you considered the damage that
a puppy/kitten can do? (e.g. soiling, biting/scratching, chewing, etc.)
Have you ever taken a pet through formal obedience classes or consulted a pet behaviorist?
Would you consider this for your new pet?
Are you aware that, assuming your pet does not have any unusual medical conditions, yearly costs can be over $600 for the annual check-up, vaccinations, heartworm control, flea control and proper feedings?
Are you aware that you are making up to a 15+ year commitment?
For what reasons would you be willing to relinquish this pet? Select all that apply. Bigger than expected
Too expensive to keep
Soiled carpeting
Chews on furniture
Moved to an apartment that won't take pets
Family member proved allergic
Barks & disturbs neighbors
What would happen if a family
member or friend were to develop pet allergies?
After adoption...
Are you willing to let us visit you at home during or after the adoption takes place?
Are you willing to notify Three Sisters before any transfer of the pet in any way?
Please tell us where you heard about Three Sisters Pet Rescue?
Did you know the top 5 reasons for pets being abandoned at shelters are:
1. Didn't realize the work and expense involved in raising a pet.
2. Didn't know Fido would get so big, slobber so much, nip the kids, cost money, bark a lot, steal food, etc.
3. Don't know how to prevent or fix behavior problems.
4. Person became divorced, sick, injured, or died.
5. Had to move to an apartment or house that doesn't allow pets.
Do you foresee any of these being a problem in the future?
By clicking the Submit button below, I certify that:
- The information I have given is accurate
- I understand that Three Sisters has the right to deny any application
- I give permission for Three Sisters to call the references and veterinary practices I have listed