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Waters Edge Great Dane Rescue, Inc.
Adoption Application
All applications for adoption are reviewed and considered by WEGDR. Your submission of an adoption application does not guarantee you will be approved for adoption.
We understand that circumstances can change. If at anytime during the application process you feel that the time is not right to add a Great Dane to your family, please reach out and let us know. This will alert our volunteers not to call you for phone interviews or to schedule Meet and Greet adoption appointments.
Please complete all fields. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Date
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Applicant Name
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Applicant Email
Applicant Cell Phone
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Applicant Home Phone
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Applicant Home Address
Street Address
Address Line 2
City
State / Province / Region
Postal / Zip Code
Applicant Gender
Male
Female
Applicant Age
WEGDR, Inc. requires all applicants to be at least 25 years of age.
What is your current occupation?
Please indicate the purpose of your application:
Adoption
Foster
Check all that apply.
Name of Animal of Interest
You may indicate an ID # if applicable. If you do not have a specific animal in mind, please enter 'Any' in this field.
How did you hear about WEGDR, Inc?
PET HISTORY AND INFORMATION
Have you ever owned a pet?
Yes
No
How many animals do you currently have? List type(s)/Breed(s)/Sex/Age(s)
What happened to the dog(s) that you have had in the last 5 years?
Still have
Gave away - see below
Ran away
Deceased - see below
Other - see below
Check all that apply.
If you checked 'deceased' or 'other', please explain.
If you have had to give a dog a way in the past, please explain.
Do any of your current pets have any medical or temperament issues?
Yes
No
If yes, please provide additional detail.
Please explain any medical or temperament issues that any of your current pets have.
Please note this does not necessarily disqualify you from adopting or fostering an animal from WEGDR.
Are your pets spayed or neutered?
Yes
No
I do not currently own a pet
Are your pets up-to-date on vaccinations?
Yes
No
I do not currently own a pet
Do you give your pets monthly Heartworm and Flea Preventative?
Yes
No
I do not currently own a pet
What do you use for Heartworm and Flea Prevention?
What type of food do you feed your dog(s)?
Please provide the contact information of your current or anticipated Veterinarian.
Have you ever owned a Great Dane?
Yes
No
Are you aware of bloat in the Great Dane breed?
Yes
Somewhat
No
Do you have a preferred age group you would like to adopt?
No preference
Puppy
Young Adult
Adult
Senior
Check all that apply.
Do you have a sex preference?
Male
Female
No preference
Why do you want to adopt a dog?
ABOUT YOUR HOUSEHOLD AND HOME
Do you rent or own your home?
Rent
Own
If you rent, please provide your landlord's contact information.
Is your yard fenced? If yes, please indicate the type and height of the fence.
List all members of the household - Name/Relation/Age
Have you or anyone in your household ever been cited, arrested for or convicted of animal or domestic abuse? If yes, please explain.
On a regular day, how many hours will the dog be home alone?
Where will the dog spend most of its time when you are HOME?
Where will the dog spend most of its time when you are AWAY?
Where will the dog be kept at night?
Describe any experience you have had with obedience training, or with medical or behavioral issues.
Please list 3 references - Name/Relation/Phone #/Email
To ensure the continued welfare of all animals adopted from Waters Edge Great Dane Rescue we require that in the event an individual or individuals are unable to continue to care for the animal, it be surrendered back to the rescue.
Do you agree to abide by the above directive?
Yes
No
Please review the following and indicate your agreement and acknowledgement below.
While WEGDR makes every effort to provide all medical information, I understand that no guarantee can be or is made as to the health of any dog offered for adoption, and further understand and agree that WEGDR is not responsible for any medical expenses that may subsequently arise for any necessary veterinary treatment and/or medications after the date of adoption.
I also acknowledge that while WEGDR has observed the adoptable dogs and advises potential adopters about any known behaviors, other behaviors or personality attributes can appear later due to changes in environment or training methods, and that WEGDR makes no guarantee as to the temperament of any dog offered for adoption. I understand and agree to hold Waters Edge Great Dane Rescue harmless for any loss or damage, to person or property, monetary or otherwise, resulting from any of the dog’s behaviors, habits, or actions.
I acknowledge, understand and agree to WEGDR’s microchip policy: WEGDR will not transfer the microchip but may add me the adopter/new owner of the dog as a secondary and/or emergency contact after twelve (12) months of continuous ownership on a case by case basis.
I agree to pay the non-refundable fee associated with an approved adoption, and understand that the adoption fee is a donation to WEGDR to help pay for the vetting and care of the dogs that they rescue and take into their care.
Yes, I agree
No, I do not agree
I, the undersigned applicant, understand that the Waters Edge Animal Rescue maintains the right to contact references and to deny this application. I understand that adoptions are NOT first come, first serve, and that the best available home will be chosen for the animal. I hereby certify that all information given is truthful and accurate.
Applicant Signature.
