Application
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In order to adopt, you must satisfy the following requirements:
You must be at least 21 years of age with proper proof of age. Current identification must show your correct address and phone number.
You will be asked to make a 110.00 non-refundable adoption donationat the time of adoption.
Additional donations are greatly appreciated and will be used for the benefit of our rescue efforts.
With this donation, it will include the animal’s first shots, in older cats all are altered, shots, and tested
Your application must be approved before adoption can take place; this can take up to 72 hours to reply with your request. But normally will not take that long. We work on our own volunteering to go through them as fast as possible. Please make sure you fill in all phone numbers and addresses asked for, empty blanks can result in the denial of the application, Qualifications are Listed at the end of this Application.
e-mail as attachment to
Name 1:
Name 2:
Address:
City & Zip Code:
Length of time at present address:
Work Phone #:
Home Phone #:
Mobile/Cellular/Pager #:
E-Mail Address:
Employer:
Date of Application
How did you here about us?
Date of Birth
*When were you hoping to adopt: (mention ‘X’ against all that apply)
Immediately
In the next few days
In the next few weeks
In the next few months
*Type of companion animal you are looking for:(mention ‘X’ against all that apply)
Kitten / Name Of Kitten Interested in
Adult Cat / Name Of Cat Interested in
*Characteristics most important to you:(mention ‘X’ against all that apply)
Good with all dogs / Size (specify small/medium/large)
Good with some dogs / De-clawed (cats)
Good with cats / Housebroken
Good with children / Mellow
Other (please specify) / Energetic
*Number of people in the household:
Adults / Children
Age(s) of children
*Why are you interested in adopting a pet? (mention ‘X’ against all that apply)
Gift / Companion for another pet
To breed / Mouser
For protection / Companion for me
For a child / Replace previous pet
*How long have you been considering adopting a companion animal?
*Is this your first companion animal?
*Do you currently have other companion animals?
*Please list all companion animals, past and present:Type of animal (dog,cat..) / Age† / Male/
Female / Breed or Mix of Breeds / Name of pet / Neutered
Spayed / Current Vaccinations / Surgical alterations
(declawing
tail -docking, ear -cropping † / Inside
Or outside
Pet
†If deceased, please put approximate age at death.
†Please list any other reason you do not have your pet any longer
*Have you ever applied to any other rescue shelter before? ____ yes ____no
*If yes please list them as it may expedite the processing of your application:
Name of shelter / Date applied and was application approved
*How do you plan to introduce your companion animal to other animals and/or people in the household?
*Are you prepared to spend several weeks or perhaps months waiting for your new companion animal to adjust to their new environment? And for you to adjust to this new animal?
*Who is or will be your veterinarian? Please list name, address, and phone number:
Do you intend to de-claw this animal?
*How much money do you anticipate spending on your new companion animal’s annual veterinarian visits?
*What annual vaccines will your companion animal receive?
*What is the longest period of time you would leave your companion animal unattended outside?*Do you have any of the following:(mention ‘X’ against all that apply)
Completely fenced in backyard / If so, how high is the fence?
An outside run / Screens on windows
Training crate / Basement
Garage
*Where will your pet be kept during the day?
*Where will your pet be kept at night?
*What is the most amount of hours the animal will be left alone?
*What brand of food will you feed your pet?
*What are your beliefs regarding spaying/neutering?
*What are your beliefs regarding obedience training?
*Who will be primarily responsible for feeding/caring for your new pet?
*What do you believe is the average life expectancy of a cat?
*Do you rent or own?(mention ‘X’ against all that apply)Rent / Own
*If you rent, please provide your landlord’s name & phone number (or a copy of your lease)
*Have you ever had an animal run away? If yes what happened?
*Have you ever turned an animal into a shelter?
If yes, what were the circumstances?
Would you object to a home visit by Arlington Cats and Kittens:
Tell us why you want a Cat or kitten in your life and why this animal would be good for you and you for it.
______
*Which, if any, of the following behaviors/situations present a problem for you? How would you handle the following:
Jumping on furniture/counters/tables
Destroying/scratching the furniture
Chewing
Jumping on Counters
Urinating/defecating where it is not acceptable
Keeping you awake at night
Shedding excessive hair
Ruining your favorite article of clothing
Biting/play biting
Moving
Allergies that a current household member may develop to your new companion animal
Medical expenses (emergencies and diagnosis of a medical condition)
We do our best to place the right animal in the right home; therefore, if we feel the animals and applicant are not compatible, we retain the right to deny this application. Applicant warrants that all information is correct and true and authorizes verification of application by Arlington Kittens and Cats and its agents.
*Please provide the names and phone numbers of two references not related to you:
Name / Phone Number
*I certify that the information I have provided is accurate and honest.
Signature/ or Printed Name / Date
Pre-Adoption Qualifications
- Must be 21 years or older.
- If you rent, landlord name and phone number must be furnished with written consent for the animal to be on your property.
- Must have I.D. indicating your present address.
- Must have knowledge and consent of all adults living in your household.
- Must be able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide training, medical treatment and proper care for a pet.
- All cats must remain indoor-only cats
- Existing cats must be Aids/Leukemia tested, current on immunizations and indoor only.
- Existing dogs must be on Heart worm preventative and current on immunizations.
- When considering applicants we require certain standards be met, if you do not meet these standards, your application will be denied.