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Page 1|4 DOG ADOPTION APPLICATION NAME: ____________________________________________ DRIVERS LICENSE #: _________________________________ ADDRESS: _________________________________________ CITY: ________________________ ZIP: _______________ HOME PHONE: _____________________________________ WORK/CELL PHONE: _________________________________ EMAIL: __________________________________________________________________________ DATE: _____________ How did you hear about us? Website Facebook Friend/Family Other: ___________________________ Thank you for considering adopting a pet from our shelter! We will be happy to conduct an animal interaction if/when your application has been approved. Remember, you are potentially making a 1020 year commitment. All dogs have been vaccinated for Canine distemper, bordatella and parvovirus. Your veterinarian may recommend additional vaccinations at the adopter’s expense. Puppies often require a series of vaccinations. Dogs over three months of age have been vaccinated for rabies. If your puppy is not already vaccinated for Rabies, you will be provided with a date/time to return for his/her vaccination. All dogs have a microchip as a permanent form of identification, have been spayed or neutered, and tested for Heartworm (if 6 months or older). Adoption fees are nonrefundable. Your adopted pet must be taken to a veterinarian within 710 days of adoption for an exam and any necessary vaccinations/medications. You will be provided with a medical/vaccination record at the time of adoption that should be shared with your veterinarian. PLEASE LIST ANY PETS THAT ARE CURRENTLY IN YOUR HOME: BREED NAME AGE OWNED HOW LONG? VETERINARY HOSPITAL CURRENT ON VACCINES? Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No PLEASE LIST ANY PETS YOU HAVE OWNED IN THE PAST 5 YEARS: BREED NAME OWNED HOW LONG? NOT CURRENTLY IN HOME BECAUSE? VETERINARY HOSPITAL I am interested in adopting: ______________________
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DOG ADOPTION APPLICATION  

NAME: ____________________________________________    DRIVERS LICENSE #: _________________________________ 

ADDRESS: _________________________________________  CITY: ________________________  ZIP: _______________ 

HOME PHONE: _____________________________________  WORK/CELL PHONE: _________________________________ 

E‐MAIL: __________________________________________________________________________  DATE: _____________ 

How did you hear about us?       Website       Facebook       Friend/Family       Other: ___________________________ 

Thank you for considering adopting a pet from our shelter! We will be happy to conduct an animal interaction if/when your application has been approved.  Remember, you are potentially making a 10‐20 year commitment. All dogs have been vaccinated for Canine distemper, bordatella and parvovirus. Your veterinarian may recommend additional vaccinations at the adopter’s expense. Puppies often require a series of vaccinations. Dogs over three months of age have been vaccinated for rabies.  If your puppy is not already vaccinated for Rabies, you will be provided with a date/time to return for his/her vaccination. All dogs have a microchip as a permanent form of identification, have been spayed or neutered, and tested for Heartworm (if 6 months or older). Adoption fees are non‐refundable. Your adopted pet must be taken to a veterinarian within 7‐10 days of adoption for an exam and any necessary vaccinations/medications. You will be provided with a medical/vaccination record at the time of adoption that should be shared with your veterinarian. 

PLEASE LIST ANY PETS THAT ARE CURRENTLY IN YOUR HOME: 

BREED  NAME  AGE OWNED HOW 

LONG? VETERINARY HOSPITAL 

CURRENT ON VACCINES? 

            Yes     No

            Yes     No

            Yes     No

            Yes     No

            Yes     No

PLEASE LIST ANY PETS YOU HAVE OWNED IN THE PAST 5 YEARS: 

BREED  NAME OWNED HOW 

LONG? NOT CURRENTLY IN HOME 

BECAUSE? VETERINARY HOSPITAL 

         

         

         

 

I am interested in adopting:

______________________ 

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How many people, including yourself, are currently living in your home? ________________ 

Please list the names and ages of the people living your home (include last names if different from yours): 

1. _____________________ Age: _____  2. _____________________ Age: _____  3. _____________________ Age: _____

4. _____________________ Age: _____  5. _____________________ Age: _____  6. _____________________ Age: _____

Do you live in a single‐family home, townhouse/condo, or an apartment? _________________________________ 

Do you own or rent your home? ____________  Renters, provide landlord name & number __________________________

Townhome/condo association name & number _________________________________________________________ 

PERSONAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 

How long have you lived at your current address? _______________________________ 

In the last 5 years, how many times have you moved? ____________________________ 

Do you have a yard?      Yes       No  Is it fenced?      Yes   No  If yes, what is the height of the fence? ________ 

Describe the activity level in your household? _________________________________________________________________ 

Have you ever given a pet away or relinquished a pet to a shelter?       Yes     No   

If yes, please explain: ______________________________________________________________________________ 

________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

MATCHING THE RIGHT PET: 

What traits are you looking for in a dog/puppy? (Check all that apply) 

 Playful   Housetrained   Non‐Shedding   Easy to Train 

 Low Maintenance    Non‐Barking   Athletic

 Other _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Why do you want to adopt this dog? (Check all that apply) 

 Companion   Companion for another animal   Gift   Guard Dog   To teach a child responsibility 

What will you do with your dog if you move? __________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Where will you keep your animal when you are at home? 

 Inside   Outside   Basement   Garage   Other __________________________ 

How many hours a day will be the dog be left alone?  ___________________ 

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  Where will the dog be kept when left alone? __________________________________________________________________ 

How will you exercise your dog? ____________________________________________________________________________ 

TRAINING: * Please answer these questions to the best of your ability.  Any questions you have can be discussed with an adoption counselor. 

Will you be taking your dog to training classes?      Yes       No 

If yes, when/where? _______________________________________________________________________________ 

How do you plan on housetraining your new dog? 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

What will you do if your new dog develops behavioral problems? (i.e. barking, digging, chewing, jumping, inappropriate elimination) 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

If the dog had a toy, and he growled or snapped at you, how would you respond? 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

If the dog was eating, and he growled or snapped, how would you respond? 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

If the dog refused to obey a command (i.e. get off the sofa) how would you respond? 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Developing a new routine and bond with your dog may take several months, are you comfortable with this? 

 Yes           No           Unsure, I would like to discuss this 

CARING FOR YOUR DOG: 

Do you already have a Veterinarian?      Yes           No   

If yes, what is the name of the hospital/clinic and veterinarian? ____________________________________________ 

If no, what is your plan for veterinary care? _____________________________________________________________ 

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Owning a dog means paying for food, toys, treats, vet care, immunizations and more. A dog can live for 10‐20+ years.  Are you willing to budget for these expenses for the dog’s entire life?         Yes           No   

What do you plan to do with your dog when you go out of town? _________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

What provisions will you make for your pet(s) if you become unable to care for them? ________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Would you return a dog for any of the following reasons?  (Check all that apply) 

 Allergies   Marriage/Divorce   Dog has medical problems   

 Having a baby    Dog isn’t house trained   Dog has behavior problems  

 Job Change   Financial problems   Dog has destructive behavior 

 Moving   Other, please explain: _______________________________________________ 

Tell us why we should adopt a pet to you: ____________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Are there any topics you would like to talk about with an adoption counselor?  (Check all that apply) 

 Feeding your pet   Training   What to do if your pet is lost   House training 

 Grooming   Behavior issue   Introducing your new pet to other pets  

 How a microchip works   Crating your pet    Other: __________________________________________ 

By signing below, I certify that I am 18 years of age or older, the information that I have provided is true and that I recognize that any misrepresentation of facts may result in my losing the privilege of adopting a pet. I authorize DuPage County Animal Care and Control to investigate all statements made in this application. I also understand that adoption may be refused at the discretion of the DuPage County Animal Care and Control staff. 

SIGNATURE: ________________________________________________  DATE: ____________________ 

Staff Notes: 

Once complete, please save and email to: [email protected]


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