ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE

 

HUMANE SOCIETY OF VALDOSTA/LOWNDES COUNTY

P.O. BOX 5323

VALDOSTA, GA.  31603-5323

 

229-247-3266

Completion of this questionnaire does not guarantee approval for adoption.  If approved by the Screening Board for adoption, you will be signing an affidavit that the information on this form is true and correct so please answer each question carefully.  There is an adoption fee to help offset the cost of spaying or neutering in accordance with State Law.

Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Home Phone Number:
Work Phone Number:
Nearest Relative:
Email:
Your Age:
Interest in Adopting:  
Pet's Name:
General Information  
   
Why do you want a pet?  
 
Please indicate what characteristics are important to you for your new pet:  
House/litter box trained Good with children Good protector
Indoor only Outdoor only Indoor/Outdoor
Friendly w/strangers Very active Less active
Stays off furniture Can be left alone Good w/other pets
Sleeps in bed w/you Quiet Will alert by barking
Knows some obedience Likes to ride the car "Lap" cat/dog

What if the pet does not live up to your expectation?

Do you plan to do any cosmetic surgery on your new pets, such as declawing, docking, or cropping?    
If adopting a cat, have you considered how to deter or prevent damage to your furniture caused by scratching? 
If adopting a puppy or kitten, where will it be kept during the day when the family is away?
If adopting a puppy, how do you plan to deter or prevent “normal” puppy destruction, such as chewing, potty accidents, digging, etc.?
If adopting a cat, do you own a pet carrier?   
Does anyone in the household have allergies or asthma?    
Current Pets
 
Do you presently have any pets?    
If yes, then how many:    
Types and ages: 
Spayed/Neutered?    
if no, explain:
Up-to-date on vaccinations?      
Is dog(s) on heartworm preventative?    
Is pet(s) on flea preventative?    
Who is your veterinarian?    
Phone:    
Former Pets
 
Have you owned pets in the past?    
Where are the pets now?
Who was your former veterinarian?    
Phone:    
Residency
 
Do you rent or own your home?    
Are pets allowed where you rent?                         Landlords phone:      
Where will your pets stay?    
If you wish to adopt a dog, is your yard fenced?
If yes, what kind of fence do you have?
Is there adequate shelter to keep pet warm and dry when it is outside?
Please describe type of shelter?
Work/School Schedule
 
Do you work?
Are you in the military?
Are you in college?
How many hours a day will the pet be alone?
How do you consider adequate play or exercise for your pet?
What changes in daily routine do you think you will make with a new pet?
What arrangements will you make for your pet when you go on vacation?
If you should move due to work or changing schools, what will you do with your pet?
Children
 
Do you have children?
How many?
What are their ages?
Does/Do your child/children have allergies or asthma?
Is the pet being adopted for your child/children?
If adopting for a child, what happens when the child grows tired of the pet?
Have you thought about what will happen to your pet if you decide to have children?    
Please explain:
Who will be caring for the pet?
Important Note
 

All potential Humane Society pet owners must go through a screening process that includes:

 
Completion of the above questionnaire.
Review and evaluation of the questionnare by screening board.
A call to landlords and veterinarian (if applicable).
A possible home visit before and/or after adoption.
Our screening process is not meant to offend in any way. However, it is our goal to ensure a happy and successful relationship for both owner and pet. 

By signing below, you are agreeing that all information is true and correct to the best of your knowledge. 

Failure to provide true and complete information may lead to disqualification or relinquishment of the pet.

 
Potential Adopter

Interviewer