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STAFF GUIDE
FOR
pets for patriots
shelter partners
Shelter staff guide
★ What is an eligible adoption
★ Who is an eligible adopter
★ Sample Patriots member letter
★ How it works
★ Questions? Call us at 877-4-PET CADET (877-473-8223)
or email at [email protected]
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What is an eligible adoption? An eligible pet must meet at least ONE following criteria
★ Adult dog or cat: two years of age or older
★ Large dogs: 40+ pounds, regardless of age
★ Special needs dog or cat: animal that is disabled or
otherwise limited in its physical abilities due to injury,
prior abuse or neglect, or birth defect - or that has a
medical condition requiring ongoing vigilance,
medication or special treatment; regardless of age.
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Who is an eligible adopter?
★ Any member of any branch of the U.S. military, at
any stage of their career (active, reserve, veteran)
★ Must adopt pet for him/herself; cannot adopt on
behalf of, or for another person
★ Must present Pets for Patriots membership
confirmation letter; no exceptions (sample letter,
next page)
★ Individuals must first register with Pets for Patriots
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Sample Patriots member letter
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Under no circumstances is a member Patriot permitted to adopt a pet on behalf of, or for another person.Note: body of letter may vary slightly from sample.
How it works: Eligibility
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Eligibility1
Member Patriot presents membership confirmation email letter to shelter staff upon initial
visit to choose a pet
How it works: Adoption
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Adoption2
Shelter staff assists member Patriot in choosing an eligible,
needs- and lifestyle-appropriate dog or cat
How it works: Confirmation
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Confirmation3
Fax or email final adoption contract to us, including:★Patriot name, address (for cross-check)★Name, age, type of pet (dog/cat)★Dog size (especially if 40+ pounds)★Special needs (if applicable)
Fax: 866-265-4603Email: [email protected]
Questions or ideas?
Call us at 877-4-PET CADET
(877-473-8223) or email at
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