Dog Adoption Application

Bentley

We went to visit one of our foster horses today, and on the way back we stopped at the very high kill Lancaster Shelter, and rescued a dog!

Say hello to "Bentley"! He will be picked up in a week, after he is neutered, and then will begin full obedience training. He will be available for adoption once his training is complete.

This is the fourth dog we've rescued as AHR. "Annie" the German Shepherd puppy rescued alongside Chiron, is now loved to bits in her forever home with Christine N.'s family, and the young German Shepherd female rescued last month from Lancaster was almost immediately placed with the family of one of our farrier's.

Our main focus is horses, but when we have the opportunity to save other animals, we are always happy to do so.

If you're interested in adopting a gorgeous 2-year-old black Labrador Retriever

ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE

PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS FULLY AND COMPLETELY TO HELP US UNDERSTAND YOUR NEEDS AND TO DETERMINE IF WE HAVE A PUPPY TO SUIT YOU AND YOUR LIFESTYLE. SHOULD WE DECIDE THAT ONE OF OUR DOGS WILL FIT INTO YOUR SITUATION, THIS QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE USED TO ASSIST YOU FURTHER WITH RAISING AND TRAINING THE DOG OR PUPPY.

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1) Why do you want to own a Labrador? What specific traits has attracted you to this breed of dog? *

2) What do you intend as the primary role the dog in your household? For example, will the puppy/dog be primarily a personal companion, family companion, home guard dog, playmate for the children, personal protection dog, outdoor watchdog, sport competition dog, etc? *

3) Have you owned a Labrador previously? YES or NO? *

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4) Have you owned other breeds of dogs previously? YES or NO? *

5) Have you ever raised any puppies? *

6) If you have owned dogs previously, please list them. *

7) What became of these dogs? For example, died of old age, placed in another home, still with us, etc. *

8) Have you ever “Crate Trained” a puppy? Yes or No? *

9) If you have owned dogs or puppies in the past, how did you discipline them for behaviors you found unacceptable? *

10) What manners will required of the puppy/dog for he or she to become an acceptable member of your household? *

11) Where will the dog live at your residence? For example: Outside, indoor and outdoor, in a dog kennel etc. *

12) Describe your yard including whether there is a fence and what type of fence, grass or concrete, pool, etc. *

13) Do you plan to spay or neuter your dog? Yes or No? *

14) If you answered yes to Question 15, at what age do you plan to spay or neuter your dog? *

15) Have you ever had to euthanize any of your pets? Yes or No? *

16) If you answered no to Question 17, could you do so if advised to by a veterinarian? Yes or No? *

17) How much time to you have to spend with your dog or puppy each day? *

18) Do you own or rent your home? For how long? *

19) Does your Home Owners insurance allow you to own a dog? Yes or No? *

20) Do you have friends who may be frightened or intimidated by a dog? How do you intend to handle your dog when guests come to your home? *

21) When you go out of town, who will care for your dog or puppy? For example, boarding facility, house sitter, etc. *

22) Have you researched trainers in your area or visited their training facility? *

23) Do you plan to obedience train your dog? Yes or No? *

24) If you plan to train your dog with a trainer, please provide the name of the trainer or facility where the training will take place. *

25) Do you have children or are you planning to have children in the future? Please list their ages. *

26) Have your children been around animals? *

27) How much socialization do you think a new dog requires? How and where would you socialize your new dog? *

28) Are you aware of the genetic health issues that are associated with the Labrador breed? *

29) Please provide at least two references including phone numbers. *

30) Do you have a regular veterinarian who would supply a reference for you? Please list the name and phone number. *

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