Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescue dog from German Shepherd Rescue of the Rockies (GSROR). This application will assist us in finding you the right dog for your family and your lifestyle.

You must be at least 21 years of age to adopt any of GSROR's available rescue dogs.

The adopter understands that this is an application to adopt and part of the application process includes us contacting your vet and personal references. If your application meets our requirements, we will contact you by phone to conduct an interview before making a final decision regarding your application. Please do not send us emails regarding the status of your application.

GSROR reserves the right to refuse adoption to anyone.

Questions marked with an asterisk(*) are required. Please answer all questions; incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

What is the name of the dog you wish to Adopt?

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name (First & Last)*
Co-Applicant (if applicable)
Address*
City*
State*
Zip*
Daytime Phone*
Evening Phone
Email*
Age of Applicant*

WORK INFORMATION
Occupation*
Hours/Days at work*

DESCRIPTION OF RESIDENCE
Do you Own or Rent?* Own   Rent
Which of the following best describes your current residence? (Check one)*
House   Apartment   Mobile home   Duplex   Townhome
Other
How long have you lived at this residence?*
Number of Adults and their ages living in your home*
Number of children and their ages living in your home*
Landlords name and number (If not owned by you)
If you have a yard, is it fenced in?* Yes   No
Height and type of fence you have on all sides?
Do you have a dog door?* Yes   No

INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LIFESTYLE
Why do you want this dog?*
Is anyone home during the day?* Yes   No
If not, how long will the dog be left alone?
What are your arrangements for the dog while you are gone?*
Have you ever crated a dog?* Yes   No
Do you own a crate?* Yes   No
Where will the dog sleep at night?*
How will you teach your children to handle a GSD?*
How will you obedience train your dog?*
How will you discipline your dog?*
Will you contact a professional trainer if neccessary?* Yes   No
Are you willing to housetrain?* Yes   No
Will you take your dog to dog parks or daycares to be socialized?* Yes   No
How will you make sure your dog gets enough exercise?*
What kind of activities will your dog participate in?*
Are you aware that a GSD may not like some of your family or friends?* Yes   No
How will you handle this to protect both people and the GSD?*
Are you financially prepared to give your new dog any medical treatment he/she may need?*
Yes   No
Please list all animals currently in your home. (Include name, species, sex/fixed, Time owned)*
Please list past pets that you have owned and the name & number of attending vet(s) if different from current vet

YOUR VET INFORMATION If you currently do not have a vet, please provide us with the name and number of the one you will be using after you adopt your dog.
Vet's name*
Vet's phone number*
Pets treated there*

PERSONAL REFERENCES We ask that two of the three references not be related to you. They can be friends, neighbors or co-workers.
Name*	Phone number*	Relationship*

FINDING YOU THE RIGHT GSD FOR YOUR FAMILY
Have you ever owned a GSD before? (please explain)*
What about this breed do you like?*
If the dog you are applying for is no longer available, is there another dog you would consider?*
What traits are you looking for in your GSD?*
What type of GSD you are looking for?*
Male   Female
Under 6 months   Under 1 year   Between 1-5 years   Senior (Over 6 years)
Are you willing to accept a dog with medical needs? Yes   No
Are you willing to accept a dog that has been neglected or abused? Yes   No

VOLUNTEER INTEREST
Would you consider volunteering for our organization?* Yes   Not at this time
If yes, which of the following areas are you interested in?
Foster Care   Fundraising   Home visits   Transportation   Administrative
Other:
How did you find out about GSRoR?
Vet   Shelter   Friend   Newspaper   Internet
Other:

When you submit this application you are acknowledging that the information given is true and accurate. A representative of GSROR will contact the references you provided. We understand that you are excited about adding a new member to your family but please understand that we are a volunteer organization and this process could take up to 14 days.