Dogs

Approval of your application will not necessarily result in the adoption of the animal of your choice. We try to match each animal with its new owner based on a series of criteria (behavior, activity level, temperament, etc.). Refuge Madawaska Shelter Inc. reserves the right to refuse any adoption application if we feel it is not in the dog’s best interest.

Any false declaration will result in immediate refusal of the application. Your application will be processed within 24 to 48 hours of receipt.

All adopted animals must be transported safely to their new home. All dogs must have a properly fitted collar and be on a leash. Please respect this rule when picking up your new pet.

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Date of request

Pet's name

(We do NOT RESERVE this animal for you and you are not obligated to choose this animal either)

Applicant's name

E-mail *

Full home address

Telephone (home)

Telephone (other)

Are you 18 or over?

• yes
• no

Why did you choose this dog breed?

Have you done any research on the characteristics of the breeds you are interested in?

• yes
• no

Why would you like to adopt this animal?

• companionship
• guardian
• sports
• obedience
• hunting

Other? Please explain.

Have you been thinking about adopting a new pet for a long time and have you thought about how you are going to welcome it into your home?

In your opinion, what are the main responsibilities of a dog owner?

For who are you adopting this pet?

• for you
• for someone else

How many adults (18 years and older) live in your home?

How many children live in your home?

How old are they?

Who will primarily care for this dog?

How much time do you plan to spend with your new pet?

Is there anyone living in your home who is allergic to dogs?

• yes
• no
• I don’t know

Do you have frequent visitors to your home, human or animal, with whom your new dog will need to get along?

• yes
• no

Please explain.

Do you have other pets?

• yes
• no

If yes, please complete the following box and list ALL your pets, including the animals mentioned above if applicable:

(Name, animal, breed, sex, sterilized or not, origin)

In the last five years, have you had any other pets?

• yes
• no

If they are no longer with you, what happened to them?

Do you have a vet?

• yes
• no
• not yet

If so, which clinic?

Where will the dog be during daytime?

• it will be free
• cage
• basement
• garage
• fenced backyard
• free inside
• outdoor kennel
• outside with a leash
• other

Please explain.

Where will the dog be at night?

• it will be free
• cage
• basement
• garage
• fenced backyard
• free inside
• outdoor kennel
• outside with a leash
• other

Please explain.

How many hours per day, on average, will your dog be alone?

How much do you expect to spend on annual veterinary costs for this pet?

You are…

• tenant
• owner

you you hours

If you're a tenant, please provide us with your landlord's name and telephone number.

For how many years have you lived there?

Do you plan on moving soon?

• yes
• no

What will you do with this dog during your family vacation?

• at home
• in a pension
• other

What behavioral issues can you tolerate and work on to improve? You can check more than one box.

• barking
• issues with asking to go outside
• digging
• chewing objects
• jumping on people
• property damage
• separation anxiety
• nibbling
• shedding
• none

How would you solve these problems?

If you were to surrender this animal to the shelter, what might be the reason?

• moving
• separation/divorce/new relationship
• vacation
• aggressiveness
• newborn
• high costs
• allergies
• retirement
• new pet
• none

Have you ever surrendered a pet?

• yes
• no

If so, why?

Have you or a family member made arrangements to spend a few days with your pet while he gets used to his new surroundings?

• yes
• no

Do you have a plan in place for your pet's care if you are unable to do so? (illness, hospitalization, moving to a rental without pets, death)

• yes
• no

Do you agree to have this dog spayed or neutered if he is not already spayed or neutered at the time of adoption?

• yes
• no

Is there any other information that could help us match you with a dog?

Please provide three references (name and telephone number) who you have known for at least five years and who are not family members.

Be aware that the concerns mentioned above must be discussed before adopting an animal. The animal’s character and health are things that we have no control over. Plan an amount of money for the care of your new companion. Also, make sure that the adoption of your dog comes at the right time in your life? Do you have the time? Are there any changes coming? It is important to give your new family member time to settle in and for the other animals already living at home to get used to the new companion. It may take more than 3 months for everyone to feel comfortable.

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