Adoption Questionnaire
Name of the animal you are interested in adopting:
Are you familiar with this breed? --please choose one-- I have owned this breed before I have researched this breed I am unfamiliar with this breed
What age pet are you considering for your family? (check all that apply)
Puppy/Kitten (under 6 months)
Young (6 months to 2 years)
Adult (between 2 and 5 years)
Mature (over 5 years old)
Why do you want to adopt a dog/cat?
Have you owned a dog/cat before: Yes No
What happened to your last pet?
Do you have a fenced yard? Yes No If Yes , how tall?
What is the fence material?
Where will this animal sleep?
For dog adoptions:Have you crate-trained a dog before? Yes No
Are you willing to do so? Yes No
Which of the following currently live in your home?
(please check all that apply) Dog(s) Cat(s) Child(ren)
How many hours each day will the animal be alone?
How much are you able to spend on this pet annually?
Who will care for the pet in your absence?
Emergency Caregiver: Please provide the name and phone number of someone who would care for the pet if you could not, either permanently or for an extended period:
Emergency Caregiver Name:
Emergency Caregiver Phone:
Veterinarian Information (for current or past pet owners):
Your Veterinarian's Name:
Your Veterinarian's Phone:
Current dog owners: Is your dog on heartworm prevention? Yes No
If Yes , what brand?
Does everyone in the household want a pet at this time? Yes No
How long have you been considering adopting a pet?
Have you visited local shelters or rescues? Yes No, I'm looking only online
Are you willing to attend obedience class? Yes No
Do you own or rent your home? Own Rent
Renters: Please provide the name and phone number of your landlord:
Name: Phone:
If you move, what will happen to the animal?
What reason(s) might cause you to give up a pet?
Please list the name, age and sex of each person living in your household:
Would you consent to a home visit from a Special Pets Rescue representative prior to adoption? Yes No
In the event that we are unable to arrange a home visit, are you willing to email photos of your yard and of the planned sleeping area for the dog you would be adopting to Special Pets Rescue? Yes No