Adoption Applications

Required: You must reside within 50 miles of Chicagoland area.
PLEASE READ BEFORE FILLING OUT APPLICATION!

What is needed:

  1.   At least 21 years of age, person adopting the dog MUST fill out the application
  2.   Valid Id with a current address
  3.   If Renting, document to prove permission to own an animal
  4.   All adults in household must meet and approve in ONE meeting session, no multiple meetings will be set up.
  5.   Talk with Adoption Counselor/Foster Parent
  6.   Follow up with either training and/or Neutering/Spaying as directed.
  7.   Home Visit must be conducted for safety check
  8.   Certain instances will require a background check
  9.   Complete an Adoption Application in its entirety
  10.   Meet with Team Member to go over Adoption Contract
  11.   In those cases where there are more than one adoption application on a dog, please note we will NOT be contacting you with regret letters.  If you do not hear from a member, another family was chosen for the dog.
  12.  Adoption Fees are CASH ONLY.  No Checks.
  13. FEES:  Include all vaccinations to date of adoption.  Spay/Neuter and Microchip.
  14. Cost to Adopt is determined by the age of the dog. 
  15. We do NOT allow dogs to go to homes who will be utilizing an electric fence.  Proper Positive Reinforcement Training is recommended instead. 

As of January 1st, 2013:

Puppy to 2 Years of age: $320.00 

2 Years to 7 Years of age:  $295.00

7 Years and older $145.00

  1. All Adoptions will take place at either the Aurora or Mt. Prospect Petsmart stores on a Saturday.
  2. You MUST be willing to travel to meet the dog at the Fosters request.    We do not “deliver” or “ship” any of our dogs.
  3. Puppy adoptions (those dogs under the age of 6 months) will need to have 1 adult home to train properly.  NO EXEPTIONS.
  4. Puppies under the age of 2 years of age must attend a puppy train class.  Speak with Adoption Counseler for details.
  5. The best way to contact us is by the email link in the contact tab.  As we are all volunteers we do our best to contact you as soon as possible.  Your patience is appreciated.

PROCESS:

Fill out application

Meet the Fur Baby

References are checked

Home Visit Scheduled

Adoption Day at Petsmart

 

Please understand this is for the dog’s best interest. We strive to never find them homeless again. For this reason the extra steps will ensure a better choice for your new family member. You can also download the adoption form and email to team@foster2homeinc.org or mail to Foster 2 Home, Inc.  P.O.Box 1581, Arlington Heights, IL 60008

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Dog’s Name: *
Adopter Address: *
City: *
State: *
Zip: *
Adopter Name: *
Email: *
Daytime Phone: *
Evening Phone: *
Best time to call: *

RESIDENTIAL/OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION:

Housing Type: *

 
How long at your current address? *
Do you rent or own? * Rent Own
If renting: Landlord Name:
Landlord Phone:
List all names AND ages of people living with the dog: *
Occupation(s): *
List Employers: *
Work Hours:

HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION:

Does anyone in your family have any known allergies to animals? * Yes No
If YES, please list all allergies
If you have children, are you willing to accept the additional responsibility of a dog? Yes No
Not Applicable
Please explain how you plan to teach the children the proper way to handle and respect a live animal.
Does everyone in the family want a dog? What members are enthusiastic? What members are unenthusiastic? Please elaborate. *
Have you and your family discussed whether your lifestyle is such that you HAVE the time and energy to properly care for a dog? Please explain. *
Have you and your family discussed the pro’s and con’s of owning a pet? Please elaborate. *
Please use this space to explain how and why a pet will fit in to your family and lifestyle. (Feel free to include any further information you feel will help us in evaluating your application.) *

YOUR DOG CHOICE:

Describe your “ideal” dog: *
What other breeds have you considered? *
Breed Preference? Sex & Age? *
Why would you like this dog? *
Will this be your first dog? * Yes No
Do you have any BREED SPECIFIC laws where you live? * Yes No
Please list any breed literature you have read*
What have you learned or found surprising about the breed?*

ANIMAL SAFETY & HEALTH:

Do you fully understand and accept the fact that a dog must never be allowed off leash unless within a fully fenced, secure area, and then never left unattended? * Yes No
Do you also understand that no amount of training can ever ensure a dog can safely be off leash or unconfined, and that not strictly adhering to this restriction will place your pet at risk of serious injury or even death? * Yes No
What steps will you take to ensure your pet never gets lost? Please elaborate. *
What would you do if your dog(s) got away and became lost? Please elaborate. *
Do you have a pool or live on a lake? * Yes No
Does a fence secure the pool area or lakefront? * Yes No Not Applicable
Do you have a fenced yard? * Yes No
If YES, how high is the fence?
If NO, how do you plan to contain your dog to your property?*
Have you checked the yard for dangerous articles, plants, or anything the dog could use to climb the fence? * Yes No Not Applicable
Have you owned other dogs before? List Breeds. *
LIST OTHER PETS YOU CURRENTLY OWN : (please include breed, age, sex, and whether they are spayed/neutered): *
Do any of your current pets have characteristics Foster 2 Home should be aware of (submissive, dominant, very playful, lethargic, food aggressive, shy, etc.)? *
Have your current dogs been tested for heartworm, and are they on preventative? * Yes No Not Applicable
What type of flea protection do you plan to use? *
If you have other animals, are you prepared to spend the appropriate amount of time required to accustom them and the new dog to each other? * Yes No Not Applicable
Is someone home during the day? * Yes No
Where will the dog be kept during the day? *
Where will the dog be kept during the night? *
Who will be the primary caretaker of this dog? *
What will you do to ensure small children will NOT open a door or gate allowing the dog to escape? *
Are you aware that some breed are willful animals, and must be confined within a fenced area (or on a leash) to prevent them from exercising their powerful instinct to explore? Yes No
Please describe your exercise plan for your pet: *
Are you aware the yearly maintenance of a dog is approximately $1000? * Yes No
Are you aware your pet should be groomed/brushed at least once a week? * Yes No
Are you financially able to provide emergency medical care for your dog if the need were to arise? * Yes No
Please describe plans for care of your dog while away (i.e., vacation, business travel, etc.) *
Are you willing to obtain a crate and crate-train your dog? If no, why not? *
Are you willing to take your dog to a basic obedience course? If no, why not? *
What amount of time and effort do you expect to devote to training the new dog? *
Do you have the time to house train a dog, if necessary? * Yes No
Describe your house-training method. *
What would you do if your dog bit somebody?
Please describe. *
What would you consider unacceptable canine behavior(s) which would cause you to give your dog up? *
What is your definition of disciplining a dog? Please explain: *
Are you willing to have a Foster 2 Home representative visit your home by appointment? * Yes No
Have you and your family considered that a pet generally lives to be 10 to 14 years old? Are you willing to accept that commitment? Please explain. *
Do you understand that dogs must always be MONITORED when interacting with children, with adults, and with other pets, no matter how nice the dog? * Yes No
Do you understand that no matter how much these dogs are evaluated by their foster families, they usually come with “baggage” we don’t know about, and that the transition may take weeks or even months? * Yes No

VETERINARIAN INFORMATION:

Dr. Name: *
Address: *
Office Phone: *

REFERENCES:
(please provide the names, addresses, and phone numbers for two people who are not relatives and do not reside in your household) *

Name: *
Address: *
Phone: *
Name: *
Address: *
Phone: *

Thank you for your cooperation. This comprehensive questionnaire helps us in placing the right dog with the right family. An improper placement, or one in which all the details are NOT known, can end tragically – usually for the dog. Thanks again and we look forward to meeting you in the near future.

How did you hear of Foster 2 Home?
I/We certify the information contained in this application is true and correct.
Your Name (Digital Signature): *
Date: *

PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to refuse or deny any application.