Dear Applicant,

We have some policy changes effective starting 2004

Please note the following conditions that are NOT NEGOTIABLE

Must have a verifiable vet history! This is a must!
No first time pet owners; I know many of you are very worthy of a dog and I also believe you are likely very responsible, loving people BUT my experience has taught me that the stress and worry caused by the unknown is too much for ME. I am sorry for any sad feelings this might cause.
The info you provide regarding your family composition, home and yard will be verified. This info is critical for a good match to be made.

Some key points to know

If we do not have a dog that matches your situation then you will be notified. Often, it's not about you, it's about the dogs I have at the time. I spend lots of time with these guys and have an idea in my head (in advance) of a good match.
I don't need to move quantities of animals here, we do not enjoy any proceeds. Due to this factor, I can and do take time to get to know and observe each and every one of my kritter's till I think I know what THEY would like for a life and family.
THIS IS IMPORTANT FOR YOU TO KNOW It's not about getting YOU a dog you would like, my focus is to find a family THEY would like and could thrive in. I do not provide my thoughts in advance of the application and rarely even verbalize them. This often results in declines of otherwise great homes that I just don't have a dog for, and again, I don't deal in mass numbers so I may not have a dog that does match.
I am always glad to provide ideas, links, emails, and referrals for a dog that is suitable when I don't happen to have one.
Often I keep email addresses and sort them by desire so if I were to hear or learn or receive a pet that would be of interest to you, upon request, I could add your name and you could receive no obligation updates on dogs. Just ask. With just as simple a request you can later be removed, no questions asked, no hassles, no problem.
And, as always, adoption fees are not negotiable and will end all attempts to adopt.
Before you go to the time to fill all this in please realize not all dogs are suitable for all forms of shipping. Some dogs, due to past experiences with humans, don't meet new humans well. It may be necessary for one of us to be present to ease the introduction to assure the success of the critical onset bonding time. Some individuals will not be considered for homes requiring airlines/ground transport systems if I think it will terrify them. I do enjoy using hired ground transport that some dogs that would not be able to tolerate the plane could go with the service (www.pets2go.com) when possible. I do not use volunteer ground. Due to financial strain we no longer can deliver dogs but try to accommodate as much as possible.

Kristina's Kritter's Adoption Consideration Request

Enter your answers below. If you don't really have an answer please enter n/a so I know you didn't miss the question but rather it just isn't relevant.

Pet(s) you're inquiring about

Your Information
Name
Address
City, State, Zip
Home Phone
Fax Phone
Cell Phone
Alt Contact Phone
Email
Alt Email
Info Canadian?	Check if numbers above are Canadian

Describe your home, yard, fencing and availability of swimming:

Describe your family composition. Include all living things in your home or family that share your home any part of the time. Mention ages and personalities, likes, dislikes etc:

Tell me about your past pets:

Describe what you want this dog to do; such as go on walks, bark at strangers, play with kids, obedience, and hunting, whatever:

What is a great dog trait/skill/etc that the greatest dog might possess?:

What is an undesirable dog trait or behavior that you just don't like and consider an issue to the extent it would keep you from fully enjoying the dog. Even if its something you would have to apply yourself to adjust to and tolerate.

Tell me about any dogs you have had that you chose to let go live elsewhere and why. This is not a trick question!! I need to know what things in your life you cannot be comfortable with so I can match you. For example: "I don't like a heavy licker! I would not be able to have a long and deep relationship with a heavy licker, I just couldn't do it.". These are the things I need to know.

What type of grooming is doable for you? Can you hit the shop every six weeks? Like a wash and wear dog? Prefer a brush at home type? Let me know this too. Whatever you're enjoyable grooming level is.

How do you plan to control external parasites?

Do you consider the dog your going for to be high, medium or low maintenance? Why?

Level: Why?

Are you looking for a dog to be indoors, outdoors, or both?

Indoors
Outdoors

Do you have feelings about whether or not you would like your new dog to be able to reproduce? (Have babies)

Please note the phone number to the animal control office that covers your residential area

References:

Your Primary Vet
(a vet you have a recent history with, not a vet you intend to start with on the new dog)
Name
Address
City, State, Zip
Home Phone
Fax Phone
Groomer
Name
Phone
A Neighbor
Name
Address
City, State, Zip
Phone
Email
Friend/Relative
Relationship (brother,wife?)
Name
Address
City, State, Zip
Phone
Email

A few more questions:

Would you consent to a home safety check?

Yes
No

How would you like to see transportation of this animal handled? Due to financial strain we no longer can transport animals to adoptive homes. I am sorry.

Have you ever thought about taking a dog to socialization or obedience classes?

Yes
No

What arrangements will be made for the dog in the event you suddenly could no longer care for them?

Please tell me any additional info you think is relevant to a totally compatible pet for your situation or any other information you would like me to know.

Please sign below to give your vet permission to discuss the care you provide to your animals below.

Permission granted_________________________________________
Please sign and date to approve contact

And as always be assured your questions will be answered as thoroughly and honestly as possible, please feel free to ask.