Adoption Application

2156 Pillsbury #155 ∙ Chico, Ca. 95926 ∙ (530) 895-8888

Contact Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Address*

City*

State/Province*

Zip/Postal Code*
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Email*

Home Phone*

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Adoption Application Intro

Thank you for considering adopting a pet from Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue. Please understand that adopting a pet is a responsibility. Please do not take it lightly. Please agree to the following terms

Which pet are you interested in adopting?*

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Adoption Application Right to Decline

Right to Decline

Wags and Whisker’s Pet Rescue has the right to decline any application for any reason.*

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Applicants must be at least 21 years of age or have special consent from a Wags and Whisker’s representative and must provide a valid driver’s license or other government-issued identification.*

Please tell us a little bit about yourself, your lifestyle and why you are interested in adopting this particular pet*

Once your application is reviewed we will reach out either by phone call or text. *

What is your age and what do you do for a living?*

Please enter TWO alternate contacts who we can contact should your pet be found and we are unable to get ahold of you. (Name and number) *

Life is unexpected, if something were to happen to you do you have a plan in place for your pets? Please provide the name and phone number. *

Do you own or rent your home?*

Is your yard fully fenced and secure?*

How will you keep the pet on your property?

Fenced Yard	In House
Pet Run	Tied Outside
Other

Please list all members of your household with their relationship to you and their age. *

Is everyone in the household willing to make a lifetime commitment to the new pet? Are all decision-makers in the household on board with adopting a new family member? This means if you move. You take your pet. If you get married or divorced you keep your pet. If you have a baby, you keep your pet. If your pet gets sick you take it to the vet. If your pet shows unwanted behaviors, you enroll in training sessions and get him/her the help s/he needs. Our rescue animals have suffered enough heartbreak and are ready to be committed companions please be sure you are ready to be a committed owner. *

Current Pets: Please list - Species/Breed/Age/Sex/ is this pet spayed or neutered and is this an indoor or an outdoor pet?

Veterinarian's Name

Returns and Refunds

The applicant agrees to notify Wags and Whiskers immediately if the pet on this application needs to be rehomes. adoption fees are non-refundable. Return fees are up to $250. We use this to cover the cost of training *

ALL adoption fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. We are a non-profit organization and our adoption fees are what keeps us afloat.*

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While Wags and Whisker’s does its best to make breed, size, and age estimates, Wags and Whisker’s cannot make any guarantees about the dog(s) breed, age, or size.*

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Would you give up this pet for any of the following reasons? (Check all that apply)

You move to a new home	Pet runs away
Pet does not get along with other pets in the household	Pet does not get along with other people in the household
Pet nips at children	Pet jumps on children/knocks them down
Pet gets too old	Excessive barking
Excessive chewing	Excessive shedding
Excessive separation anxiety	Pet is not house broken
Pet becomes too active	Pet becomes larger than expected
You do not enough time to spend with animals	Divorce or Separation
Financial reasons	Pet develops health problems
Excessive digging	Excessive drooling
Excessive smells	Excessive marking

What traits are you looking for in a pet?

Big dog friendly	Cat friendly
Companion Pet	Female friendly
Good with elderly	Good with livestock
Herding	High energy
Kid friendly	Low energy
Male friendly	Non-shedding
Running partner	Small dog friendly

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How many hours each day will the pet be left alone?*

Where will the pet be kept when alone?*

Where will the pet sleep at night?*

Where will the pet be when you are at home?*

How do you plan to provide exercise for this pet?

Little to no exercise	Minimal exercise during the week, lots on weekends
Let the pet run free in the yard with supervision	Taking it running
Regular walking	Other

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The applicant agrees to notify Wags and Whiskers immediately if the pet on this application becomes lost.*

The applicant understands and agrees that if the applicant does not comply with, or follow the terms of in this agreement, ownership of the pet on the application shall revert to Wags and Whisker’s Pet Rescue. The applicant agrees to give permission for a Wags and Whisker’s representative to remove the pet from the applicant’s premises. The applicant agrees that this entry shall not constitute a trespass.*

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Your newly rescued dog could display some unwanted behaviors at some point down the road. This means you might have to sign up for training courses and spend a considerable amount of money in order to get your dog the help it needs. Are you willing to spend over $1,000 in training? *

I agree to notify Wags and Whiskers if I, along with my veterinarian decide to euthanize my adopted pet for either behavioral or medical reasons within the first 3 years of adoption. *

Should My adoption application be approved and an appointment to meet a dog/cat is scheduled. I understand that participation in the above activities could result in actions that might be dangerous or hazardous to me. I realize that I could be bit or scratched by an animal. When/If participating with children in said activity or event I agree to keep them with me at all times and under my supervision. By submitting this application, I agree to the fact that participation can cause any harm or injury to me. I release Wags and Whiskers and it’s staff from all liability, costs, and damages which could arise from participation in this event or activity. I agree to accept financial responsibility for the costs related to any and all medical treatment and give my confirmation of the same by signing this document. *

returns are subject to space availability. Should you choose to return your Wags and Whiskers dog you might be placed on a waiting list until we have room to take the dog back. This waiting list could be days, weeks, or months long. Do not adopt unless you are willing to be placed on a waiting list if things don't work out. *

Should you need to return your Wags and Whiskers dog you must contact our office at 530-895-8888 and schedule an appointment for the dog to be returned. You cannot give the dog to another rescue or rehome to another individual unless you have authorization from Wags and Whiskers. *

I confirm that all information given in this contract is correct and accurate. I also understand that once the contract is electronically signed AND I have taken possession of the animal, I agree to be solely responsible for any and all harm, damage, or injury inflicted or caused by this dog, to any person, animal, or property, including myself, my animals, and my property. I agree to hold harmless, defend, and indemnify and its representatives from and against any claims, demands, liabilities, injuries, or losses caused by or that arise from any act or omission of this animal or myself. *

All Wags and Whiskers animals come with 14 days of FREE vet care from Chico Pet Vet. If you have any concerns regarding your pets health please do not hesitate to call and schedule an appointment.530.399.3620 You will not be reimbursed should you seek veterinary care at another clinic*

I understand that this becomes a legal and binding contract once I pay the adoption fee and by my electronic signature agree to all of the terms herein. *

By typing my name below, I acknowledge that everything I have answered above is true.*

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