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295 Bayside Dr, Saint John, NB, E2J1B1 Phone 642-0920  Fax 634-6101

Pet Adoption Application

It is important that you understand two things about the adoption process:

1) The process is the same for everyone

2) Approval is based on the best interest of the animals and is aimed at finding a permanent home.

This application is designed to help people understand the long-term responsibilities of owning a pet.

The SPCA Animal Rescue reserves the right to refuse any application, which we think is not in the animal’s best interest.

Adoption Process

Anyone who wants to adopt an animal from the shelter must fill out a Pet Adoption Application. It is designed to help people understand the long-term responsibilities of owning a pet. The SPCA Animal Rescue will deny any application that it thinks is not in the best interest of the animal.In order to be considered for an adoption you mustbe at least 21 years of age, and have a valid identification with a current address.

No animal can be adopted as a gift or for breeding.

Please note: all animals in the home must be spayed or neutered in order to be approved for adoption.

In most instances a cat can be taken home the same day if the application is approved. There could be a delay if we require a completed Landlord Consent Form (to be provided).

A dog adoption is a longer process.

  • Dog adoptions require a minimum of three visits.
  • The first visit is for the adults (primary caregivers) in the family.
  • The second and third visits are for another family dog, dogs that he/she will spend a lot of time with and/or children.

The Animal Attendantswill observe the visits.

We want the relationship between you and your new companion to be a long and happy one. Please ensure that you are willing to commit to the animal for his/her natural life.
It will take some time for your new companion to become adjusted toa new home. The adjustment period can take as little as two weeks to several months. It is very important that you give your adopted companion the time to adjust to your environment and to go through the training process.

The adoption fee includes: one complimentary veterinarian visit, first set of vaccines, spay/ neuter, de-worming, flea treatment, microchipping, and an Adoption Kit.

All animals being adopted from the SPCA Animal Rescue must be transported home in a safe manner. All dogs must have a proper fitting collar and be on a leash. All cats must be transported in a carrier.

Name: ______Home Phone: ______Work/cell: ______

Address: ______City: ______Postal Code: ______

Email address: ______

Would you like to be on our email list?  Yes  No

Do You:  Own Rent/Board If you rent/board, how long at current address: ______

If less than three months please provide the previous address and the landlord’s contact information.

Previous Landlord’s Name: ______Phone: ______

Current Landlord’s Name: ______Phone: ______

*CURRENTLANDLORD MUST SIGN LANDLORD CONSENT FORM

Living Arrangements:  House  Apartment  Townhouse  With Parents

Are You: ` A Student  Working  Retired  Other

Household Members:  Adults  Children Ages of Children: ______

Is Anyone In Your House Allergic To Pets?  Yes  No

Why Are You Getting A Pet? ______

Who will be responsible for feeding and training your pet? ______

If you move what will you do with your pet?______

Have You Ever Owned A Pet? Yes  No

Do you currently own any pets?  Yes  No If yes, please fill out the following for ALL your current pets:

Animal / Breed / Age / Sex / Spay/Neutered? / Up to date vaccinations? / Where is it kept?

Have you had other pets in the last five years that are no longer with you?  Yes  No

Animal / Breed / Age / Sex / Spay/Neutered? / What happened to this animal?

Name of Veterinary Clinic(s) where your current pets are treated: ______

Are your pets licensed with your municipality?  Yes  No

All other dogs in your household must be licensed in order to adopt from the SPCA Animal Rescue.

WILL YOU SPAY/NEUTER YOUR PET?  Yes  No  Already Neutered/Spayed

Are you prepared for the expense of owning a new pet? (Estimate only - $400-$700 per year)  Yes  No

Examples: yearly vaccinations, food, leash, flea treatments, collar, annual license and miscellaneous items

Are you willing to accept the financial responsibility of unexpectedmedical expenditures?  Yes  No

Examples: an injury requiring surgery or an illness requiring ongoing medication

Are you prepared to allow anadjustment period of at least two weeks?  Yes  No

Are you aware of licensing and animal By-Laws in your municipality?  Yes  No

Will someone be home during the day with your pet?  Yes  No

How many hours aday will your pet be alone? ______

Where will your pet be kept during the day? ______Night? ______

ALL ANIMALS MUST SLEEP IN THE HOUSE WITH THE FAMILY

Have you ever house-trained apet before?  Yes No Briefly explain how you will house-train your pet:

______

How will you handle behaviour problems like chewing, digging, climbing or scratching furniture?

______

FOR DOG ADOPTERS ONLY:

Why have you chosen this particular dog? ______

Do you have a dog house?  Yes  No

Do you have a fully fenced yard or invisible fencing?  Yes  No

Will your dog be tied out?  Yes  No

Will your dog be crated? Yes  No

How much time will you spend exercising your dog daily? ______

How will he/she be exercised? ______

How much time will you spend socializing your dog? ______

How will you plan to do that? ______

Would you consider Obedience Training Classes for this dog?  Yes  No If no, why not? ______

FOR CAT ADOPTERS ONLY:

Why have you chosen this particular cat? ______

Cats are often active at night. How will you handle this? ______

Do you plan to let your cat go outside?  Yes  No

By signing below, I certify that the information I have given is true and that any misrepresentation of facts may result in losing the privilege of adopting a pet. I understand that the SPCA ANIMLA RESCUE has the right to deny my request to adopt an animal, and I authorize investigation of all statements in this application. I AGREE TO HAVE SAID ANIMAL SPAYED/NEUTERED WITHIN ONE MONTH OF ADOPTION DATE IF OVER 4 MONTHS OF AGE AND WITHIN 4 MONTHS IF UNDER. I understand that as part of the follow-up program, the SPCAAR can phone or visit me to see how the pet is progressing. At any time an SPCAAR representative may examine the adopted animal and living conditions and retake possession of the adopted animal if the representative feels the conditions are unsatisfactory, or if I have not complied with any term of the Animal Adoption Contract.

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Applicant’s SignatureDate

For Office Use Only

Recorded Dog Visits (enter date)

1st ______2nd ______3rd ______Additional (if needed) ______

Shelter Number: ______Breed: ______Description: ______

Shelter Name: ______Sex:  M  F  Spayed  Neutered

Adoption Approved ______Denied ______

Reason ______

Staff Signature: ______Date: ______