FWAAA Adoption Application

Fort Worth Abandoned Animal Alliance Adoption Application

Working together to save lives
Fort Worth Abandoned Animal Alliance (FWAAA) is an all-volunteer, non-profit, animal welfare organization dedicated to saving lives and reducing the number of abandoned, homeless, hurt and temporarily displaced animals in the community. FWAAA is completely funded through fundraising efforts and public donations. All of our pets are cared for by foster homes and receive complete medical care, which includes worming, vaccinations, spaying/neutering and microchipping prior to their adoption.
This questionnaire is designed to help FWAAA and yourself determine if a specific dog is the right one for you and your household. All adopting parties are required to complete this form prior to adoption. FWAAA reserves the right to deny any adoption based on answers to this questionnaire and/or interviews prior to adoptions!
Applicant Information
Date of Application

MonthDayYear
Date
Name of the dog you are interested in:*
Applicants Name*

First NameLast Name
Co-applicant name:
Your age:*
Street Address:*
City, State, Zip*
Home Phone:*

Area CodePhone Number
Work Phone:

Area CodePhone Number
Cell Phone:

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail:*
Employer:*
Character reference and phone number:*
Household Information
Are all members of your household in agreement with this adoption?*

YesNoDon't Know
Who will be the pet's primary caregiver?*
Yearly income:*

Under $25,000$25,000 to $35,000$35,000 to $45,000$45,000 to $55,000$55,000 to $65,000$70,000 and above
Do you live in a*

HouseApartmentCondoMobile HomeOther
Do you own or rent?*

OwnRent
Approximate square footage of your home*

Less than 800 square feet800-1,000 square feet1,000-1,500 square feet1,500-2,000 square feetOver 2,000 square feet
If rent, provide name and phone number of landlord:
Does your landlord allow dogs?

YesNo
Are there any restrictions from your landlord or subdivision?*

Number of petsSize or weight restrictionsBreed restrictionsNoneOther
Do you have a fully fenced yard?*

YesNo
Height and type of fence*
Do you have any of the following?

Underground fenceKennelDog Run
How many adults are in your household?*
How many children are in your household?*
If children, what are their ages?
Have your children been around animals before?

YesNo
Does anyone in your home have allergies to dogs or have asthma?*

YesNo
Current/Previous Pet Information
Do you have an pets currently?*

YesNo
List any pets you own or have owned in the past five years, and their ages
Where are these animals now?
Are all current pets spayed/neutered?
If your current pets are not spayed/neutered, please explain why.
Are all current pets up to date on age appropriate vaccinations?
If your current pets are not vaccinated, please explain why.
Are all current pets on flea/tick and heartworm preventative?
If your current pets are not on flea/tick and heartworm preventative, please explain why.
If you have your pets vetting records (proof of spay/neuter, current vaccinations including rabies and heartworm test/prevention), please upload them here to speed up the process.

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Have you adopted from an animal welfare group before?

YesNo
If yes, what group?
Have you ever given up a pet?*

YesNo
If yes, what were the circumstances?
Please provide the name and phone number of your current and/or previous veterinarian/clinic (please call your vet and give permission to release information to us) :*
New Pet Information
What is your primary reason for adopting a pet?( i.e. companion, guard animal, fighting, hunting, etc.)*
Please check all that apply. My adopted pet will...*

Be kept outside most of the timeBe kept indoors most of the timeBe left outside during the work day while we are awayBe kept inside while we are awayBe crated when we are not homeHave free reign of the house when we are not homeBe kept on a lead line/cable in the yardMust be housebroken prior to adoptionWill be housetrained by usBe taken to formal obedience classesHave private sessions with a trainer as neededBe trained by me/usBe mostly interacting with adultsBe interacting frequently with children under 8Be interacting frequently with older childrenWe be walked more than one mile per day every dayWill be walked occasionallyWill not be walkedBe attending agility classesBe boarded when we go on vacationStay with family when we go on vacationTake frequent car rides with usBe going camping with usBe going on boat trips with us
What type of personality do you want your pet to have? (i.e. calm, energetic, protective, couch-potato)*
Are you aware of crate training?*

YesNo
What brand of food do you plan to feed your new pet?*
How much do you feel is a reasonable amount for yearly expenses on your new pet?*
How much do you feel is reasonable for an unexpected medical expense for your new pet yearly?*
What do you feel would ever make you return your new pet?*
How long do you feel is reasonable for an animal to settle into your home?*
Have you ever house-broken a dog or puppy before?*

YesNo
If the dog has an "accident" in your home, what type of correction do you plan to use?*
How many hours each day will your new pet be home alone?*
Where will your new dog stay when nobody is home?*
Where will your new pet sleep at night?*
How will you supervise the dog's outdoor activity?*
What length of time will you allow your new pet to adjust to his new home?*
How do you plan to integrate this dog into your family?*
Are you willing to work through your new pet's issues, if any?*

YesNo
Are you aware that a new environment is stressful for your pet, and they may exhibit uncharacteristic behavior?*

YesNo
Do you understand that a dog can be an 18 year commitment, and can cost $500 - $1,000 per year for basic care?*

YesNo
Do you plan to take an obedience class with your dog?*

YesNoNot sure
If yes, where?
Are you aware that a large breed dog takes about two years to mature? Is this something you're prepared for?*

YesNo
What circumstances would lead you to give up your new dog?*
What are you absolutely NOT willing to deal with at the time of adoption or at any time during the life of the pet?*

HousebreakingChewingJumpingPulling on leash during walksCounter surfingFear of menFear of womenFear of childrenMouthiness (may sometimes snag your hand or arm instead of the toy in play and will need redirection/training)Whining/cryingGrowlingBarkingRough play with my dogHigh activity levelFood/toy aggression/not willing to share with other dogsFood/toy aggression with peopleBlindnessLimited SightDeafnessSeparation AnxietyDiabetesSpecial DietLong Term MedicationIncontinence / Leaking UrineGets stressed/carsick when riding in vehicleHeart conditionSkin allergiesFood allergiesTrimming nailsYeast on coat or in earsEar mitesFleasTicksHeartworm preventativeAnnual heartworm/lyme combo testingI will do whatever it takes to help this dog adjust and work with a trainer to help resolve any training needs.Other
If you had to give up your dog, what would you do with him/her?*
How did you find out about Fort Worth Abandoned Animal Alliance Rescue?*

Adoptapet.comPetfinder.comFacebookFriend/Family MemberOther websitePetSmartOther
Photo Release Consent

We would love to feature you/your pet in our marketing media. This could include our website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram along with other media platforms. We need your permission to post the updates/photographs/videos you send us should you complete an adoption.

I hereby give permission to Fort Worth Abandoned Animal Alliance to take/use photographs/videos/updates for marketing purposes. I release and discharge FWAAA from any and all claims arising out of use of the photographs/videos.

FWAAA has my permission to use: (select one below)
Please choose one:*
I understand that I assume full responsibility for the welfare of this pet from the date of adoption.
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Fort Worth Abandoned Animal Alliance Adoption Application

Applicant Information

Household Information

Current/Previous Pet Information

New Pet Information