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Adoption Application

This application is required to adopt or to foster a dog. We do not adopt out of state. We typically adopt from Naples to north of Tampa, and Pinellas to Orlando. We will consider some other areas in Florida for seniors over 9 or hard-to-place dogs.

We charge a non-refundable processing fee of $25.00 for all adoption and foster applications. At the time you click "SUBMIT" you will be prompted to pay the processing fee through PayPal (it will be dropped in your cart). If you do not have a PayPal account, please contact GRRSWF's Adoption Team at grrswf.adoptions@gmail.com. You will be contacted to take your credit card payment. Your application cannot be processed without confirmation of payment. Email us for more info at grrswf.adoptions@gmail.com.

Please bear in mind that there are no right or wrong answers to the questions in this application. Our goal is to find the most suitable dog for your home, family and lifestyle; the more we know about your preferences, the better we are able to make the perfect match.

The Golden Retriever is a wonderful dog; however, they are predisposed to several conditions: ear infections, hot spots, food and environmental allergies, excessive shedding, and generally a need for lots of exercise in order to be good house pets. They are not outside dogs to be tied or enclosed away from their families and can become quite loud, destructive, and even self-mutilating if made to live in these conditions. These dogs are excellent obedience candidates and can be easily trained to be wonderful companions – if you will work with them.

You should assume that this pet will cost approximately $600.00 a year in vet bills, heartworm & flea preventative (this does not include treatment for illness/injury) and at least $500.00 to feed, more if they are special needs or have ongoing issues such as allergies. Additional expenses may include grooming, collars, leashes, bowls, and toys. We do recommend that you research pet health insurance options and purchase, at the very least, a policy for catastrophic injury and illness.

Adoption fees for all dogs from GRRSWF:

Under 6 months: $900

6 months to 1 year: $700

1 to 3 years: $450

3 to 7 years: $400

7 to 10 years: $375

10 and older: $275

Additionally, there is a $200 surcharge for the adoption of all dogs rescued internationally. This helps to defray the cost of overseas transport.

Adoption fees are subject to change without prior notice.

Adoption fees are payable in full at time of adoption by cashier’s check, personal check, or money order which should be made payable to: Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida, Inc., or GRRSWF, Inc.

Our dogs have been examined by one of our network veterinarians and all their individual medical needs are addressed. Additionally, each dog has had vaccinations, a heartworm and fecal test, spay or neuter, if needed, and microchip registration.

Thank you for your application. Please be aware that GRRSWF is run solely by volunteers. We will process your application as fast as possible, but please allow us up to two weeks to do so. If you would like to contact us after one week to inquire as to the status of your application then we will be happy to update you.

GRRSWF will make every effort to contact you as soon as we believe we have a suitable dog available for you, however once you are an approved home, we strongly encourage you to regularly monitor our website for available dogs and to contact us if you see a dog that you believe might be an excellent addition to your family.

Contact Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Address*

City*

State/Province*

Zip/Postal Code*
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County*

Email*

Home Phone

Work Phone
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Cell Phone*

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Adoption/Foster Application

Do you prefer text or phone call?

Best time to reach you. (We cannot reach you by phone if you block numbers that are not in your contacts list.) *

Please enter the age of the people this dog is for:*

Is this an application to Adopt or Foster?*

When will you be ready to adopt/foster?*

Do you have any upcoming vacations/time away from home planned? If yes, when?*

Are you interested in a specific dog? If not, you may skip this question.

If this dog is not available, or not suitable, would you consider another dog?

Yes

Is this your first Golden Retriever?

Yes

Why did you choose a Golden? *

Rescued Goldens vary in age. What age will you consider?

0-3 years	3-6 years
6-8 years	Any age

Would you consider a senior (8 or older) Golden?

Yes

What gender do you prefer?

Male	Female
No preference

Would you consider a special needs Golden, such as one that may require medication for a permanent but controlled condition?

Yes	No
Maybe

Would you consider a Golden mix?

Yes	No
Maybe

What activity level are you looking for in this adoption/foster?

Very Energetic	Somewhat Energetic
Average	Quiet
Very Quiet

What would be your ideal dog to adopt or foster?

Would you be interested in adopting a dog brought from overseas at an adoption fee higher than our normal fees?

Yes	No
Maybe

How much time will the dog spend alone during the day?*

Are there children in your home?

Yes

Are there grandchildren who visit?

Yes

Do you currently have pets in your home?

Yes

If Yes, please provide the name, gender, breed, age and date of birth for each pet. If age and date of birth are unknown, give an approximate age. Applications submitted without complete pet information will be returned. If you do not currently have pets, enter N/A.*

If any of these animals are not spayed/neutered, please identify the animal(s) and explain why.

If you lost a pet within the past three years, please provide the name, gender, breed, date of birth and date of passing for that pet. If date of birth was unknown, give an approximate age at date of passing.

Please provide the names and ages of all people who will be living with the dog, including the applicant and children. *

Occupation(s) of adult(s) living in the home. *

Is the dog for an:

Adult	Child
Elderly Person	Physically challenged individual

Have the children been raised with a dog previously?

Yes

Rate your children’s behavior with pets:

Excellent	Good
Fair	Unknown

Does anyone in your home have allergies to pets?

Yes

In what type of home do you live?*

Do you live in an HOA or similar association/deed-restricted community?

Yes

Will your HOA/community allow the size and number of pets you would have after your foster/adoption? (It is strongly recommended that you confirm this response in writing with your HOA President, etc.)

Yes

Do you rent or own your home?*

Renters: Does your landlord allow you to have the size and number of pets you would have after your foster/adoption? Please email your landlord’s approval to applications@grrswf.org. We cannot process the application without it.*

How will the dog be managed when outside?*

Describe your yard: *

What is the height of the fence*

What type of fence do you have? Note: Lanais and pool cages are not considered fencing. *

Do you have a dog door?

Yes

What area does the dog door open into? Describe the area or enter N/A.

If you have a dog door, will the dog have access when you are not home or unable to supervise the dog? If you do not have a dog door enter N/A.

Can the dog door be locked?

Yes

Will the dog be allowed to remain outside when you are not home?*

What is your approximate yard size?*

Do you have a swimming pool?

Yes

If you have a pool, will the dog be allowed to swim in it?

Yes

Is your home adjacent to a pond, lake, canal or other body of water?

Yes

If you live near a body of water, will the dog be allowed to swim in it?

Yes

Where will the dog be kept during the day? *

Where will the dog sleep at night? *

Will your dog be allowed on the furniture?

Yes

Will your dog be allowed on the bed?

Yes

Will your dog have access to the entire home?

Yes

Are you an active individual?

Yes

What will you do with your dog while you are on vacation? *

What other dog breeds have you owned? *

Did/do you use Heartworm prevention? What brand? How often? NOTE: If you cannot prove a minimum 3-year continuous history of administering a heartworm preventive, please do not submit this application unless the dog is younger than three or you haven't had him/her that long. We will not approve any application without this history.*

Did/do you use a flea/tick preventative?

Yes

Have you ever been warned, fined or sanctioned for animal abuse or cruelty? If yes, explain.*

Have you ever given up a pet? If yes, please explain.*

Will you use a crate?

Yes

How will you provide the exercise this dog requires?

Will the animal be kept inside or outside*

Where will the dog be kept when you are not home?*

Describe how you will train the dog.*

Do you plan to train your dog yourself, take him/her to obedience school or use a professional trainer?

Yes

If you plan to take your dog to a trainer or an obedience school, which one? Enter name or N/A.*

Please list the name(s) and phone number(s) of your current and previous Vet(s) as they relate to the name, gender, breed, age and date of birth of pet(s) that are/were in the Vet’s care. You may provide just the pet name(s) if complete pet information was already provided in this application. Be sure to give your Vet(s) the authorization to release information to GRRSWF. *

May the vets (individuals) you have listed on this application be contacted by GRRSWF?

Yes

How did you find out about Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida, Inc.? *

A minimum three year history is required for pet records. We will not approve any application when Vet records show lapses in coverage for required vaccinations, heartworm testing or purchase of heartworm preventive that were not on advice of your Vet. If you choose to not vaccinate regularly, please explain your protocol/strategy:

Please add any information that you feel would be meaningful or assist us in processing your application.

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