Adopting:
Adopting is a very short process. We would have you fill out an application and submit it.
After that we reserve the right to come and inspect your home to ensure that it is "puppy-proof" and that there are no
hidden dangers for them to get into. Often people do not realize that common household plants, electronics set ups,
unstable furniture, unenclosed balconies, pools, and other unsuspecting areas can pose a menacing threat. Avocado trees, aloe vera plants, and others can be poisonous. Unsecured balconies and high beds pose a threat of broken limbs, and so on. After the inspection the dog/puppy will be brought to your home for an initial meeting, if all goes well we will leave the animal with you and take the donation back to the rescue to help others. Our standard adoption fee ranges between $100-350 based on what we and the shelters have provided it with.
The common costs incurred are worming, vaccines, microchips (all dogs leave with one), spay/neuter, transport expenses,
and medications to treat pre-existing conditions. If you are unsure of being able to afford this fee, we can always arrange
for you to foster the dog you like with the added benefit of being able to pay the donation when you adopt down the line.
During a foster situation with the intent to adopt the foster dog, we will place the dog on a hold status until you can afford
the adoption fee.
Please read the following application carefully and when you are ready to adopt fill it out and return it to us by email or fax.
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Southern California Pomeranian Rescue Group
Krystal Morris, CFO
1122 E Lincoln Ave #203, Orange CA 92865
ADOPTION APPLICATION
Please be truthful and candid in your answers. No answer is wrong.
Name:
Email Address:
Which Dog(s) are you interested in?
Why do you want this particular dog(s)?
Address (Street, City, State and Zip code):
Home Phone (Include area code):
Cell Phone (Include area code):
Occupation:
Employer / School:
Please list all members of your household (Including ages):
Type of Home:
House / Apartment / Condo / Mobile Home / Other
Do you: Own / Rent
If renting, do you have your landlord's permission to have a dog? Yes / No
Landlord or Home Owner’s Association Name & Phone Number (REQUIRED if you rent):
How long have you lived at this address?
If you are in an Apartment or Condo., what is the pet weight limit?
Will the dog be an indoor or outdoor pet? Inside / Outside / Both
How many hours a day will this dog be inside?
How many hours a day will the dog be outside?
How many hours a day will the dog be left alone?
Where will the dog be when you are working / at school?
Will the dog be allowed on the furniture? Yes / No
Will some furniture be off limits? Yes / No
What furniture will be off limits?
Will the dog be allowed in all areas of the house? Yes / No
Which areas will be off limits?
Where will the dog sleep at night? (check all that apply)
Dog House / Outside / Dog Bed - Inside Home / Crate - Inside Home / Bedroom / Garage / Other
If other, please describe:
Will you give your dog people food? Yes / No
What type of exercise will you provide?
Will you walk/exercise this dog on or of leash? On Leash / Off Leash /Both
If off leash, where?
Do you have a yard? What type? (Please describe) Patio / Deck / Yard / Balcony
Is your backyard fenced? (if applies) Yes / No
Height of fence:
Type of fence:
Latched gates: Yes / No
Locked gates: Yes / No
Do you have a pool? Yes / No
If yes, is it fenced? Yes / No
Will this be your first dog? Yes / No
Are "All" other pets spayed or neutered? Yes / No
If you have cat(s), are they: Indoor / Outdoor / Both
If you have cat(s), are they de-clawed? Yes / No
If the cat(s) are de-clawed, please explain why:
Pet #1 Species/Breed:
Male or Female
Length of Ownership?
Still own?
If yes, how old is this pet?
If no, what happened to this pet?
Pet #2 Species/Breed:
Male or Female
Length of ownership?
Still own?
If yes, how old is this pet?
If no, what happened to this pet?
Pet #3 Species/Breed:
Male or Female
Length of ownership?
Still own?
If yes, how old is this pet?
If no, what happened to this pet?
Have any of your pets ever exhibited aggression? If so explain:
Have you ever been in a situation where you were not able to keep a pet? Yes / No
If yes, please explain:
Were you ever in a situation where you had to bring a dog to a shelter?
If yes, please explain:
If you travel, who will care for your dog when you are away?
Veterinarian information (Name, Address,City,State,Zip,and Phone Number)
What is a reasonable amount to spend on your dog if he became very sick?
Does anyone living in your home have animal related allergies? Yes / No
If yes, who and to what?
How will you train this dog?
Obedience School / Spray Bottle / Firm Verbal Commands / Swat with newspaper / Other
If other, please explain:
Are you willing to house train a dog? If yes, using what methods?
What will you do if the dog has accidents in the house?
Do you understand and accept that a change in a dog's environment may cause the dog to have accidents, especially in the early days of the adoption? Yes / No
What will you do if the dog chews, or has other bad habits?
Do you plan to take your new dog to obedience school? Yes / No
If no, please explain why:
Are you prepared and able to take care of this dog for his/her entire lifetime? Yes / No
Do you have a friend(s) or relative(s) who would take this dog, or facilitate returning it to Pomeranian Rescue Group, if you became unable to care for it? If yes, please list their name and phone number:
What circumstance would cause you to give up a pet?
We reserve the right to inspect all potential homes and yards prior to placement. Is this agreeable to you? Yes / No
If no, please explain:
Do you have children in the house? Yes / No
If so, how old are they?
Do you have elderly in the house? Yes / No
Please estimate the annual cost of dog food, toys, vet care, grooming, etc. for your new pet:
$___________________.________ per year
Is this within your feasible budget? Yes /No
If there is a medical emergency with your new pet would you be able to cover the average cost of $350.00? Yes / No
If no, who would?
Will you get pet insurance for your new pet? Yes / No
If no, please explain:
We are a non-profit organization. The adoption donation is used to partially recover the costs involved in rescuing this dog. These costs include but are not limited to: Shelter fees, spay/neuter, food, housing, vaccinations, de-worming, micro chip, and any vet exams or medical care that the dog may have required. We would not have been able to save the life of the dog you applied for without the adoption donation from another that came before him/her. Are you willing and able to make the donation fee? Yes / No
The adoption donation is used to partially recover the costs involved in rescuing this dog. These costs include but are not limited to: Shelter fees, spay/neuter, food, housing, vaccinations, de-worming, micro chip, and any vet exams or medical care that the dog may have required. We would not have been able to save the life of the dog you applied for without the adoption donation from another that came before him/her. Are you willing and able to make the donation fee? Yes / NoIf no, please explain why:
I have read the above carefully and have filled out this application honestly. I understand that an omission and/or failure to answer all questions can result in the application being declined. If an omission or untruth is discovered after an adoption takes place, I understand that Pomeranian Rescue Group has the right to annul the adoption and reclaim the dog. This application becomes part of the adoption contract. I agree / I disagree
Adopting Party: (Last name, First name): ___________________________________________
: (Last name, First name): ___________________________________________Address of the residence where the dog will live including any apartment or box numbers:
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Mailing Address of the Adopting Party:
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Driver’s License: ________________________ Date of Birth: __________________________
Dog’s Information:
:Name: _______________________________
Age:______________
Weight:___________
Description:____________________________________________________________________
Microchip Number:______________________________________________________________
Health Condition (if any):_________________________________________________________
Other Information: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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