Adopt – Wonder Paws Rescue

DOG ADOPTION FEES
Our rescue runs solely on donations and adoption fees. Adoption fees may vary depending on the dog and their needs, dogs with special needs or behavioral issues may have lower adoption fees. Adoption fees include: up to date on required vaccinations for adoption (DHLPP, Rabies), deworming, microchipping and registration, heartworm/ flea & tick meds, and spay/neuter.

Seniors $200 – $250
Adult (4 years – 6 years) $300
Young (1 year – 3 years) $350
Puppy (Under a year) $400 – $500
Breed Specific $600

CAT ADOPTION FEES
Adoption fees are determined by the age of the cat and discounts will be provided for the health or special needs. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, feline leukemia/FIV testing, distemper vaccination, microchipping and registration, deworming, flea and tick medication, temperament testing and often full dental cleanings. Older cats may have had blood panels to assure health.

Domestic Short Hair $ 75 – $125
Adult $75
Kitten $125
Domestic Long Hair $175
Siamese $175
Rare Breed Purebred Cats $250 – $600

Adoption Application

What type of pet are you applying to adopt? *

What is the name of the dog or puppy you are interested in adopting? *

What is the name of the cat or kitten you are interested in adopting? *

Name *

First

Last

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Phone

Email *

Drivers License # *

How long have you lived at your address? *

Do you rent or own your home? *

Rent
Own
Live with parents

What is the full name of the individual or company listed as the property owner? *

Please provide landlord or property owner name & telephone number. *

What is the name of your apartment complex, condominium association, or HOA? If none, type NONE. *

Does this dog fall within the weight and breed restrictions as set forth by your apartment complex, condominium association, or HOA (if any)?

Are you over the age of 21? *

Are you over the age of 25? *

If you are answered NO to the previous question, please provide us with a name and phone number of a family member over the age who will cosign your application. Please note, cosigner must be present during virtual home visit. *

Does anyone smoke inside your home? *

No, no one smokes inside the home
Yes, someone does smoke inside the home

Please provide two personal references here (name and phone number, please). *

Please list the other members of your household, including children. For adults 18+ please list full name. *

Why do you want to adopt this particular dog?

Why are you interested in adopting this particular cat?

Are you mentally and physically able to take care of this dog? This includes feeding, cleaning up after, bathing, exercising, and taking to veterinary visits.

Are you mentally and physically able to take care of this cat? This includes feeding, cleaning litter, grooming, and taking to veterinary visits.

The next step in adopting this animal if your application is approved is a home visit, which is just a casual visit to get to know you & discuss dog ownership. Which is your preferred way to do the home visit? *

In-person visit
FaceTime or Skype visit using phone/computer

Will this be your first dog?

Will this be your first cat?

What pets do you currently have? *

Dog or Dogs
Cat or Cats
No current pets
Other

Check all that apply

Please list and tell us about your current pets.

What is the name and phone number of your current veterinarian?

If you do not currently have a vet, are you willing to visit one within 14 days of adopting your pet in order to establish a relationship with one?

Have you had pets in the past? *

Please list any pets you have had in the past and why you no longer have them.

Give names and types and why you no longer have them (e.g. deceased, gave away, ran away, etc.)

Have you ever turned a cat or dog into a shelter or given a cat or dog away? If yes, please explain.

Have you ever had a pet euthanized? If yes, please explain.

Under what circumstances would you give this pet away to a friend or family member? *

Expanding human family (e.g. having a baby)
Breakup/Divorce
Moving
Change in economic circumstances (being laid off, etc.)
Behavior problems (e.g. barking, scratching furniture, digging, potty accidents)
Pet getting sick with an expensive illness
Serious aggression issues
There are no circumstances which would make me give this dog away
Other (please explain below)

Check all that apply

Under what circumstances would you surrender this dog to the animal shelter? *

Expanding human family (e.g. having a baby)
Breakup/Divorce
Moving
Change in economic circumstances (being laid off, etc.)
Behavior problems (e.g. barking, scratching furniture, digging, potty accidents)
Pet getting sick with an expensive illness
Serious aggression issues
There are no circumstances which would make me give this dog away
Other (please explain below)

Check all that apply

Please make any comments you want to make about your answers to the two previous questions here.

How will the dog exercise?

Will this dog live indoors or outdoors?

How many hours per day will this dog be left home alone?

During the time the dog is left home alone, where will s/he spend the time?

What will you do if this dog decides s/he prefers chewing on your couch pillows rather than his/her toys?

What provisions will you make for this dog should you become unable to care for him or her? List potential reasons that would render you unable to care for this dog.

What will you do if this cat decides s/he wants to use your rug instead of the litterbox?

What will you do if this cat decides to use the arm of your couch as a scratching post?

What provisions will you make for this cat should you become unable to care for him or her? List potential reasons that would render you unable to care for this cat.

Will this cat live indoors or outdoors?

Indoors
Outdoors

How many hours per day will this cat be left home alone?

What is your plan if you experience an emergency, such as a hurricane? *

Do you agree to donate the appropriate adoption fee for this pet? The fee for adoption is indicated on the pet's adoption listing. While this donation does not cover the full medical expenses paid by the rescue, this is the amount agreed as a fair donation. *

Agree
Disagree

You consent to the rescue screening your adoption application, including some or all of the following: checking listed personal and veterinary references; HOA/landlord/complex; and any searchable public record. *

Agree
Disagree

You understand that you are applying to adopt a cat whose medical history is unknown before it entered the rescue. Cats are tested for FIV and FeLV before placement, but beyond that we cannot anticipate future medical problems which may arise. You agree that, as the cat's legal owner, all future veterinary costs are your sole responsibility from the date of adoption. *

Agree
Disagree

The average expense for a cat is $600-1000 in food, litter, and veterinary costs pear year. Do you agree to make such a financial commitment to this cat? *

Agree
Disagree

The average lifespan is 15-20 years. Do you agree that you are comfortable making a commitment to this cat to be its guardian and caretaker for the rest of its life? *

Agree
Disagree

You understand that you are applying to adopt a dog whose medical history is unknown before it entered the rescue. We address all known medical issues when the dog comes into the rescue, but we cannot predict any future medical problems. You agree that, as the dog's legal owner, all future veterinary costs are your sole responsibility from the date of adoption forward. *

Agree
Disagree

The average expense for a dog is $200-2000 in food and veterinary costs pear year. Do you agree to make such a financial commitment to this dog? *

Agree
Disagree

The average dog's lifespan is 10-15 years. Do you agree that you are comfortable making a commitment to this dog to be its guardian and caretaker for the rest of its life? *

Agree
Disagree

Do you agree to seek prompt and quality veterinary for this pet as soon as the need arises? *

Agree
Disagree

Over-the-counter flea and tick preventatives (Hartz, Adams, etc.) can be extremely dangerous to cats and dogs. Reactions can cause problems such as skin inflammation, seizures, and death. Do you agree to only use veterinarian-approved products such as Revolution, Frontline, Advantage, Capstar, and Program? *

Agree
Disagree

Where did you hear about us? (e.g. Adopt-a-Pet, Craigslist, Facebook, etc)

Any additional questions or comments here, please.

[ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE] Please type your name here to certify that all of the information contained within this application is true to the best of your knowledge. *

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