Online Adoption Application
We realize there are a lot of questions to answer.  Please understand they are all for the best interests of yourself and the pet for which you are applying.  Please take the time to carefully read and complete the following questions, which are designed to assist with placing our pets in the correct environment for their personality and needs. It is our intention to place animals with individuals or families who will consider them an important part of their lives. We wish for the pet and the adoptive family alike to be content with the decision, and want it to result in a permanent placement. Thank you for your understanding. (If you would prefer to download an Adoption Application to complete, please choose Dog or Cat.)
Rules and Disclosures As a potential adopter, please thoroughly read the following Rules and Disclosures.  Please note that entering your name to this application signifies your acknowledgement and agreement to following Rules and Disclosures. ARF requires all members of your family, including dogs, to be present at adoption. ARF requires the purchase of a collar and leash before taking possession of the pet. Any monies paid to ARF are considered a donation to provide care for this and other homeless pets and are NOT REFUNDABLE. ARF makes every effort to assure that the animal you receive is healthy. We do this by having each pet examined by our vet, and having it dewormed and vaccinated against communicable diseases (to include parvovirus, distemper and kennel cough.) Occasionally, a pet may not show symptoms of an illness until after he is adopted, as most illnesses have an incubation period of 17-21 days. This is completely unavoidable and occurs not only in shelter/rescue type settings, but also with pet stores, breeders, and any environment where there are a number of animals present at any given time. We require that your new pet be re-examined by a vet within 7 days after the adoption for yours' and the pet's best interests. A voucher for a free exam with one of our participating veterinarians will be enclosed in your adoption packet.  If you choose to visit a non-participating veterinarian, you will be responsible for all medical expenses incurred. ARF strives for appropriate matches of pets and adoptive families based on assessment of the animals' temperaments (to the extent that may be judged by our representatives) as well as on careful evaluation of potential adopters and the living conditions they will be able to offer a pet. ARF has the right to approve or deny the adoption application. This application is used as part of the adoption approval process in order to determine the best home for the animal. Not under any circumstances will any pet be used in any type of pet fighting activity or as an attack dog, nor shall it be kept with the intention of promoting aggressiveness or for breeding. The completion of this application does not guarantee the adoption. I understand that ARF will contact me if I am approved. I certify that I am 18 years of age or older, and have read and understand the conditions of this adoption application.
Adoption Application Please note that items marked * are required. Use the TAB key to quickly move about the form. Pressing the Enter key will submit the form.
Personal Data
Your Name(s)*: Address City State, Zip	Home Phone*: Alternate Phone Number: Email Address:* Occupation:
Residential Data
I/we currently live in a: House Apartment Condo Townhouse Trailer Other Do you rent or own?  Rent Own If you Rent, please provide... Landlord's Name: Landlord's Phone Number:	Is your yard fully fenced?  No Yes If yes, how high is the fence at its lowest point?  If you must move to living quarters that do now allow pets, what will you do with your pet?
Adoption Preferences
Which pet are you interested in?  How long have you been looking?	What breed/mix are you looking for? Why?
Pet Lifestyle
Do you currently own other pets? No Yes If No...  Please provide the name & phone number of the veterinarian you plan to use: If Yes...  Please describe type, gender, age, neutered/spayed?: Are your current pets friendly with other pets? Please provide your current veterinarian's name & number:	Where will the new pet be kept while you are at home? Where will the new pet sleep at night? Who will bathe or groom your pet on a regular basis? Self Professional Grooming If a medical emergency arises, can  you afford the emergency veterinary  treatment for your pet?   No Yes
Dog Training (For Dog Adoptions only)
Do you own a crate or cage?  No Yes If so, how large is it?  Will the dog be crated trained? No Yes If Not... How will you housebreak or prevent the dog from causing mischief and/or household damage, such as chewing, jumping on  furniture, etc?  What is the maximum length of time this dog will be left alone at any one time?	What experience have you had training dogs? How do you plan to exercise this dog? How will you discipline your dog? If the dog requires additional obedience training, are you willing to invest  the time, money and effort required to provide that training?    No Yes
Family Lifestyle
Age/Relationship of people that may live with pet: Owner: Person 2: Person 3: Person 4: Person 5: If you have children, what is their experience with pets?	Do any family members have any allergies that be affected by a pet in the household? No Yes    If Yes, please describe: Is everyone in the household in agreement that this pet would be a good choice? No Yes Please provide a Personal Reference, not related or living with you, for us to contact: Name: Phone Number:
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