Welcome to CPS

Dog Adoption Application

Cabarrus Pets Society

Contact Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Address*

City*

State/Province*

Zip/Postal Code*
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County*

Email*

Home Phone*

Cell Phone

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What is your date of birth? *

Which dog are you interested in?

What is your current employment status?*

Occupation?*

Do you have plans to move in the near future?*

How long have you lived at your current address?*

What type of home do you live in?*

Do you live inside of city/town limits?*

Do you have a fenced yard?*

What type of fence do you have?*

How high is your fence?*

Do you own or rent your home?*

If you rent, does your lease agreement allow dogs or cats?

Does your lease have pet restrictions based on size or breed?*

If your lease has pet restrictions, please describe:

If you rent, how much is your pet deposit and monthly pet fee?

What is your landlord's name? (If an apartment or other complex, list manager's name and/or rental office)

What is your landlord's phone number?

What is your landlord's email address?

How many adults live in your home?*

Do children live in the home?*

If Yes, what are their ages?

Do children visit your home regularly?*

Are all members of your household in agreement about adopting a pet?*

Is someone home during the day?*

Is anyone in your home allergic to dogs and/or cats?*

Do any pets visit your home regularly?*

Please list all current pets in your household, including name and type of animal (e.g. Sparky, dog). If none, please type "none".*

Please list any other pets you have owned in the past 10 years, including name and type of animal. If none, please type "none".*

Please list the name and phone number of the CURRENT (or most recent) veterinarian that has provided care to your pets.

Please list the name(s) and phone number(s) of all veterinarians that provided care in the PAST 10 years.

Your pet’s veterinary records are under what owners name and phone number? (If not sure list all possibilities)

If required by your veterinarian, will you call to give permission to release information about your pets to a volunteer from Cabarrus Pets Society? (PLEASE CALL AND GIVE THEM PERMISSION NOW. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE DELAYED IF WE ARE UNABLE TO SPEAK WITH YOUR VETERINARIAN) *

What traits/characteristics/habits are you looking for in your new pet?*

What traits/characteristics/habits do you NOT want in your new pet?*

Where will your new pet live?*

How will you contain your dog while outside for bathroom breaks and exercise?*

How long will the pet(s) be alone each day?*

Where will your pet(s) stay when alone?*

Where will your new pet(s) sleep?*

Who will be the principal caretaker of your new pet?*

Do you consider your pet a part of your family?*

Will you have your pet spayed or neutered?*

Will you keep your dog current on heartworm prevention medication?*

Are you willing to fence all or part of your yard if necessary for your new dog?*

Have you attended any obedience classes with your new pet?*

How do you plan on training your new rescue dog and what methods do you plan on using?*

Will you attend obedience classes with your new pet if recommended or required in order to provide the best match possible for you and your dog?*

Are you willing to housetrain a dog?*

Do you understand that even if a dog is housetrained at his foster home, it is normal for him to have accidents while adjusting to his new home?*

Do you have a plan for your dog when you go on vacation or need to leave town for another reason?*

If so, what are your plans?

How much time do you want to spend grooming your new dog?*

How much time do you want to spend exercising your new dog? *

It is common for a dog to live 10-15 years or more. Are you ready to commit to a dog for that long?*

Have you ever had to euthanize a pet?*

If yes, please explain

Have you ever had to return or surrender an animal in the past?*

If yes, please explain:

Do you have a plan for your pet in the event something happens to you and you are no longer able to care for it?*

If yes, please explain:

Routine medical care for a dog can cost over $300 a year. This does not include emergency care, and other expenses like food, toys, and training. Can you commit financially to a new pet?*

If the dog you are interested in is no longer available, would you like to hear about other dogs that might be a good match for your family?*

Please list any additional information you would like us to consider when reviewing your application, or list any questions you have below.

How did you hear about us?*