Adoption Application - Tails Of Hope ND

Name

First

Last

Primary Contact Number

Email

Address

Number and Street

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City

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State

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Zip Code

Animal or Animals You are Applying for

If you have a particular cat(s) in mind, please enter the name(s) above.

Type of Residence

Please Choose Your Type of Home

Do You Own Or Rent

Own
Rent
Own My Home but Rent the Lot

If You Are Renting, Have You Received Permission to Have a Pet

Not Yet
One Pet
Multiple Pets

Have for Your

If You are Renting, What is the Name of Your Landlord or Rental Agency

We do contact landlords to confirm you have permission to have a pet, even if the pet is an ESA

If You are Renting, What is the Phone Number of Your Landlord or Rental Agency

We do contact landlords to confirm you have permission to have a pet, even if the pet is an ESA

Are You Active Duty Military

Yes
No

Being active duty does not automatically disqualify you from adopting a pet

If You are Active Duty, What is Your Plan for Your Pet if You are Relocated or Deployed

Is this Pet for You or for Someone Else

Myself
My Residing Family/Child
Companion For Another Pet
Someone Outside My Home

How Many Pets have You had in the Last 10 Years

How Many Pets do You Currently Have

If there are Other Pets in the Home, Please List Their Names, Breeds, Ages and Exposure to Other Animals

Are All of Your Current Pets Spayed or Castrated (Fixed)

Yes
No
NA

Tails Of Hope requires all animals in the home be fixed and up to date on vaccines before adoptions can be completed

Are You able to Provide Proof of Spay/Castration and Vaccines with Vet Records

Yes
No
NA

If you do not have records to prove sterilization and vaccinations, we will contact your veterinarian

Name and Location Of Your Veterinary Clinic or Clinic You Plan to Use

Have You Ever Surrendered a Pet

Yes
No

This does not immediately disqualify you from adoption

If Yes, Please Explain the Circumstances

Have You Ever Euthanized a Pet

Yes
No

This does not immediately disqualify you from adoption

If Yes, Please Explain the Circumstances

Are You Willing to be Patient with Your New Pet and Allow Them Three Weeks or More to Adjust to Your Home

Yes
No
I Would Like Guidance on Helping Them Adjust

Cat and Kittens can take several weeks to adjust to new surroundings and require patients and love

If You do not Have a Specific Cat in Mind, Please Describe What You are Looking for, so We may Help Find the Best Fit

Who Lives in Your Home

Please list names and ages of everyone living in your home

If You Have Young Children, Have They Been Exposed to Pets and Taught how to Treat Them With Respect

Yes
Yes, But They’re Young and Learning
They Will be Watched Closely and Taught

It is very important that children respect animals. They are not toys, and if they are injured or feel threatened, it can result in injury for your child. This is the nature of an animal and they can not be blamed for this. It is your responsibility to keep your children and your pets safe.

Are All Responsible Parties in Your Home In Agreement of Adopting

Yes
No
It’s a Surprise

Do You Have a Plan in Place if Your Living Situation Should Change

Yes
No
I Would Like to Discuss Possible Options and Available Resources

Please consider having a plan for your pets if you are no longer to keep them with you, even temporarily. If adopted cats MUST be rehomed, Tails Of Hope is to be notified of the new family

Do You Have a Plan for Regular and Emergency Veterinary Care

Yes
No
I Would Like to Discuss Possible Options and Available Resources

Pets require annual vaccines and checkups. In additions, pets, like people, become sick and injured unexpectedly. Veterinary costs can reach the thousands. Please have a plan in place

Are You Able and Willing to Provide Your Pet With Clean Drinking Water and Adequate Food

Yes
No
I Would Like to Discuss Available Resources

Everyone deserves companionship, and we want you to have that, but every pet needs and deserves clean and adequate food and water. There are resources you can use when in a bind and needs supplies, but please, do not rely solely on these options. They may not always be available.

Are You and Everyone Else in Your Home in Agreement that This Pet Will ALWAYS be in the Care of One of You

Yes
No, I Am Solely Responsible
There is No One Else in My Home
I Have a Backup Plan Outside My Home

Please understand, cats can live 20+ years. If you are adopting a cat, please expect to have them for a long time, and have a plan in place if you are no longer able to care for them for any reason

I Agree That the Information and Answers in this Application are True and Complete to the Best of My Knowledge and Ability and I am Submitting this Application of My Own Free Will

Please put your name in the box to agree to the statement above