The information requested in this form will assist us in matching you to the right pet for your family, needs and lifestyle. Please understand that we are totally responsible for the all animals we rescue as they have no one else to guarantee their lives and well-being.
We take this responsibility seriously and will not adopt out to any home when we cannot feel totally confident of the adopter’s willingness and ability (financial and personal) to commit to this animals future well-being and happiness.
*ALL ANIMALS WILL BE UTD ON VACCINES, SPAYED/NEUTERED & HEARTWORM TESTED, PRIOR TO ADOPTION*
A $300 adoption fee* is required at the time of taking your new family member home. The check can be post dated up to 2 weeks. Then, once we receive the signed contract after your trial period we will cash your check . *Occasionally in certain cases, the adoption fee may be higher based on incurred medical expenses
*All fees are used ONLY to cover the vetting and transport fees for each pet. We are a strictly volunteer rescue and we make NO profit. The adoptions fees barely cover the rescue cost for each dog and all extra donations are greatly appreciated and will go directly to saving another animal in need of rescue.
The fee is refundable for any reason within the first two weeks of your ownership provided it does not work out and the animal is returned to TLR safe and sound.
Please realize that you are not at liberty to dispose of this animal in any way, except to return her/him to us. The animal may not be sold, given away, put in a shelter or euthanized without the knowledge and permission of TLR.
This application is the first step in a process that we anticipate will culminate in the placement of a healthy and temperamentally-sound animal into your home as a new family member.
Step two will be a veterinary check. Your veterinarian will be telephoned and asked about your previous record of treatment and care of your pets.
Step 3 will be a home check, where a member or representative of TLR will visit your home to ascertain the suitability of the living quarters for your new pet and to suggest any safety features that you may not be aware of in providing a safe and secure home for your newest family member.
ONCE APPROVED, WE WILL MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO MATCH YOU WITH THE PERFECT DOG FOR YOUR FAMILY. THERE WILL BE A REQUIRED TRIAL PERIOD PRIOR TO ADOPTION WHERE THE DOG WILL LIVE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ON A DAY TO DAY BASIS. AFTER WHICH TIME, WE WILL EVALUATE YOU AND YOUR FAMILYS COMPATABILITY WITH THE DOG. PROVIDING IT IS A GOOD MATCH FOR ALL INVOLVED, THE ADOPTION WILL THEN BE FINALIZED BY A MEMBER OF TLR.
ALL Members of the household must be present for the home visit. No exceptions!!
AGAIN, WE MAKE A COMMITMENT TO EACH AND EVERY DOG WE RESCUE FOR THE REST OF ITS LIFE.
THESE ANIMALS HAVE NO ONE ELSE TO SPEAK FOR THEM OR TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR WELL BEING. WE TAKE THIS RESPONSIBILITY VERY SERIOUSLY!!!!!!!
THIS PROCEDURE IS ONLY FOR THEIR PROTECTION AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE INTRUSIVE.
Please be aware that our ONLY objective is to permanently re-home these animals in the best possible environment for there specific needs and to help you to choose the pet that best suits your home and lifestyle.
We reserve the right to refuse adoption to anyone, for any reason, at any time, in accordance with our experience and sense of responsibility for the animals in our care.
Please answer every question accurately and provide first and last names and current contact info for all references or your application WILL NOT be processed.
Name of dog you are interested in and your Full Name (First & Last):
Street Address:
Town/City:
State:
Zip Code:
How long at this address?:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Cell Phone:
Up until what time of night can we contact you via phone?
Other Phone:
Email Address:
Are you able to afford the adoption fee of $300.00 for adult dogs or $350 for puppies?
Recently someone asked, "Why would you charge $300 for a rescue pet? Why not just place it in a good home?" The answer is because we need adopters who are willing to support all rescue pets, not just the dog they adopt. A young, healthy dog might cost us $150-400 in vet care, and many people will want to adopt it.
An older one with health issues can easily cost $500-1500 in veterinary expenses, and it may require months of foster care for rehabilitation; yet we can only ask a minimal adoption fee, and it may be a long time until anyone comes forward to adopt it.
Fees from the younger, more adoptable dogs help offset the cost of caring for the others. Most of our dogs have a sad story to tell, and some have suffered through years of neglect or abuse. We hope that you too are willing to give an opportunity for a better life to ALL of our dogs by supporting them through adoption fees. Without these funds, our rescue efforts would not be possible."
Are you planning on moving within the next 6 months?
If yes, what are your plans for your pets if you move?
Are you 25 years of age or older?
Do you own your own home?
If no, name and phone # of landlord:
Type of Dwelling
House
Apartment
Condo
Mobile Home
How many total hours will your new pet be left alone during the day?
Do you plan to use a crate?
If so, how many hours will your new pet be in the crate?
Number of persons in your household?
1
2
3
4
5
6+
Name and age of each person in household over 18
Ages of anyone under 18, please list ages:
Are any members of your household allergic to animals?
If yes, please describe:
Who will have chief responsibility for the care of your new pet?
Over the past 5 years, how many pets have you owned? (Include current pets)
None
1
2
3
4
5
6+
List each individually including breed, age, still living with you? (if not, why?)
Are your present pets up-to-date on their annual vaccines?
Are your present pets spayed or neutered?
If no, please explain.
Were your previous pets spayed or neutered?
If no, please explain.
What plans do you have for your new pet when you are on vacation?
Which dog(s) on our website are you interested in? (applicants interested in dogs we have currently listed will be contacted first)
Is there a specific type, age or breed that you would like? Please give us a brief idea of what you are looking for (including energy level and ages you would consider, puppy up to how many months old, adult up to how old, geriatric, etc)
Who is your current or most recent veterinarian? Please list the name and phone #:
Are you prepared to and financially able to provide your dog with an annual veterinary exam, annual vaccinations, and any necessary veterinary care as needed?
Can/Will you provide your dog with monthly heartworm and/or flea/tick treatment?
What brand of dog food do you plan on feeding your new pet?
How would you deal with any behavioral issues that may come up (What is your style/method of training?)
Would you be willing to take your dog to a trainer?
Is your family aware of your decision to bring a new pet into your home?
Are you prepared to commit to a pet for 10-15 years (average life span)?
Are you willing to allow TLR to make future visits to your home?
Have you or any member of your household ever been charged with cruelty to animals or negligence in animal care?
If yes, please describe:
Have you ever adopted or tried to adopt a pet before?
If yes, please provide contact info for rescue or shelter. Name and phone #:
Why do you want to adopt?
Companion
For children
Guardian
Other
Fostering
Where will your pet spend most of his/her time?
In house
Outdoors
If your dog will spend time outside unsupervised, describe any shelter available.
Describe your fence
None
Chain link
Electric
Privacy/wood
Other
Where will your dog sleep?
Where will your dog eat?
Please provide 3 personal references that can testify to your responsibility and ability to care for your animals. Please state their first and last names and phone #s.
If there is anything else you would like to say, please note it here.
Please remember, we are all volunteers and it may take approximately a week or less for us to get back to you.
