DOG ADOPTION/FOSTER APPLICATION

Thank you for your interest in adopting a dog from The Rescue Train.

To be considered for adoption, you must:

Be 21 years of age or older.

LIVE IN LOS ANGELES CITY: Unless otherwise discussed in advance, we only consider Los Angeles City adopters. If you do not live in LA City, email info@therescuetrain.org before filling out this application.

If renting, have the knowledge and consent of your landlord.

ADOPTION DONATION & CONTRACT: If we approve you for adoption of a dog, you agree to make a minimum donation of $250 and sign our adoption agreement.  

Be able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide medical treatment and proper care of the pet for the rest of its life.

Note: Completion of this application does not guarantee adoption of a Rescue Train animal.

About You and Your Family

Are you applying to adopt or foster a dog? *
What are your reasons for wanting to adopt or foster a dog? *
 
What type of home do you live in? *
 
Do you own or rent? *
If renting, do you have your landlord's permission to have a dog?
Does your rental agreement or homeowner's insurance restrict dog breeds or sizes? *
 
Who shares your household? *
 
Are you planning on having children in the future? *
 
Do you have young children (grandchildren, nieces/nephews, friend's children, etc.) that visit? *
 
Does anyone in your household have allergies to animals? *
Are you planning on moving or traveling in the next 12 months? *
 
Will all household members be able to come and meet the dog at a scheduled adoption appointment? *
 

Your Home Environment

Do you have a completely fenced private yard? *
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Do the gates have locks?
 
Do you have an electric driveway gate? *
 
Does anyone in your home smoke? *
 
Do you have a dog door? *
 
Do you have a pool? *
If yes is your pool fenced?
Who has access to your yard other than immediate family? *
 
Where will the dog be when people enter your yard? *
 

Your Pet Experience

What is your level of experience with dogs? *
 
What behavioral issues if any do you have experience with? *
 
Are your current pets spayed or neutered? *
Are your current pets up to date on vaccines? *
 
Have you ever had a pet escape from your yard? *
 
If you currently have a dog how do you walk it? *
 
Have you ever turned a dog into a shelter.  *
 
Have you ever allowed an animal to breed/have babies? *
 

Living With A Companion Animal

Is someone home during the day? *
 
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Will the dog be allowed on the furniture? *
What activity level are you looking for in a dog: *
Will you be able to exercise your dog on a regular basis? *
 
Will your dog wear a collar and identification tag? *
 
Will you walk your new dog: *
 
What method to you intend to use to housetrain your dog? *
 
What discipline would you use if your dog chewed your favorite shoes? *
 
What might cause you to give up your dog? Check all that apply: *
A dog can live to be 15 to 20 years old; are you able to make this long-term commitment? *
 
If I adopt a Rescue Train dog, I can make a donation of at least $250 to help rescue and care for other abandoned dogs. I understand that my adoption donation is often just a fraction of the cost that The Rescue Train has spent on boarding, spaying and neutering, vaccines, microchips, medical costs and dog training. I understand that my donation is a gift freely given, not a purchase price for a dog. No goods or services have been or will be provided in exchange for the donation. I understand that any donation made is not refundable. *
I understand that a home visit is required and that a home visit does not guarantee placement: *
I understand that submitting an application does not mean I am approved to a adopt or foster a dog from the Rescue Train. The Rescue Train has the right to refuse any applicant for any reason. The Rescue Train is not obligated to provide a reason or explanation for refusing adoption to an applicant: *
Thank you for your interest in this animal. You'll automatically receive a copy of this application as your confirmation.