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 Friends of Linden Animal Shelter, Inc.		          
          DOG ADOPTION APPLICATION          
          PO Box 2151          
          Linden NJ 07036          
         

www.linden.petfinder.org

          
         

E-mail FOLAShelter@aol.com

          
                     
 
The following information is requested so that we can assist you in the selection of your new pet. The animal's welfare is our foremost concern.  The consultation process is designed to help us assist you in finding the animal most compatible to your life style. This information will be kept strictly confidential.
Name of dog you are interest in: 
 

Your Name:
 

Address:
 

City:

 State: Zip:
 

Phone Numbers: 

Home: Work: Cell:
 

E-mail Address:
     
  How did you hear about the Friend of Linden Animal Shelter?:
  If from a newspaper, which one?:
 

Please complete all information.  By signing below, you certify that you understand the following:

  1.  The Friends of Linden animal Shelter, Inc. reserves the right to refuse adoption to anyone.
  2.  The information contained within this application is accurate and not misleading to anyone.
  3.  The Friends of Linden Animal Shelter, Inc. reserves the right to contact any individual on this form.
  Date: Electronic Signature:
  Please complete the following information:   

     Please give careful consideration to adopting a pet.  Animals are not toys or short-term commitments.  make sure that your lifestyle allows the time, patience and expense this pet will need over the years.  Animals for adoption are placed with the adopters with full consideration given to the specific needs of each animal.
1 Is this your first experience with a dog?:Yes No
2 Do you have any other pets at home?: Yes No
 

 If yes:

  
 
Type Age Name Altered Vaccinated Kept where
Yes No  Yes No
Yes No Yes No
Yes No Yes No
3 If you don't have a pet(s), have you had pets in the past?  Yes No
  How long did you have your last pet?:
  What happened to your last pet?:
4 Who is/was your veterinarian:
    Name:
    City:  State:
    Phone #:
5 How long have you resided at your present address?:  
6 Do you currently live in a: House    Apartment    Other  
7 Do you: Own    Rent  
  If you rent, does your lease allow pets?:Yes No  
  Landlord's Name:   Phone #:  
8 How many people live in your household?:  
  Do all adults know you plan to adopt?: Yes No  
  If there are children in your household, list ages:
9 Does anyone in your household have any known allergies to animals?: Yes No  
10 Where will the pet be kept during the day?:  
  Where will the pet be kept during the night?:  
11 Is anyone home all day?: Yes No  
  If no, how many hours will the pet be left alone in a 24- hour period?:
12 Where will the pet be kept when alone?:
13 Where will the pet be during vacations?:
14 Are you financially prepared to give your new pet routine medical care such as rabies vaccinations, inoculations, exams for parasites, ear mites, etc?: Yes No
15 Are you financially prepared to give your new pet emergency care if that should be necessary?:Yes No
16 Would you object to a visit or call from a Friends of Linden Animal Shelter representative to see how  you and your new pet are doing?:Yes No
17 Do you want a dog for (check all that apply):
House Pet Guard Dog Watch Dog
Companion Gift Breeder
Companion for another pet   
18 Do you realize you will probably have to house train a dog/puppy?: Yes   No  
19 Are you familiar with leash and licensing laws in your community?:  Yes    No        
20 Do you have a fenced in yard?: YesNo  
21 If not, how will your dog be confined to your property?: (Check all that apply)
Kennel On chain Garage
Patio On leash Other
  Explain:
22 What will you do if your dog chews furniture or shows other destructive behavior?:  
23 Do you need an explanation of how to introduce a new dog to your current pet?:Yes  No  
24 Are you familiar with the feeding recommendations for a dog/puppy?:Yes   No  
25 Comments:  

          


Friends Of Linden Animal Shelter. Copyright © 2005 FOLAS. All rights reserved. Revised: 05/28/08