Adoption

Adoption Application

Full Name of Primary Applicant

Full Name of Co-Applicant (If-Applicable)

Relationship of Co-Applicant

Spouse
Child
Parent
Roomate
Other

Home Address

Country

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2

City *

State/Province *

Postal Code *

Phone Number

Email Address

Which dogs specifically are you interested in? If not sure, type N/A

*Our adoption process is not first come, first serve. We really take the time to get to know both our dogs, as well as our adopters to match them with the best possible fit!

Our application process is not first come, first serve. We really take the time to get to know our dogs, and applicants to match them together perfectly. Many times, our adopters find themselves falling in love and adopting a different dog that may be a better fit for their family! If a different dog may be a better fit, would you be interested in hearing about him/her?

HHSHR requires a screening process that includes a home visit. What is the best time to contact you?

Please tell us why you would like to adopt a husky.

Summarize your experience with animals:

Do you volunteer for any other organizations? Please tell us about your volunteer experience!

Are you currently a friend, foster, or relative of the HHSHR?

Are you currently a student?

Primary and Co - Applicant Occupation & Employer:

Do you live in a/an:

House
Apartment
Condo/Townhome
Mobile/Modular Home
Duplex
Rental
Live with family

Do you rent or own your home?

If you rent - please provide your landlord contact info

How long have you lived at your current address?

Is there a fenced in yard? If so - please indicate type of fence

Are you planning to move in the next two years?

Yes
No
Unsure

How will you provide exercise for your new husky?

Please provide the names and ages of everyone living in your home including children.

Is this your first Siberian husky?

What research have you done about Siberian Huskies?

Is there anyone in your home with pet allergies?

List the species, breed (if applicable) sex and age of CURRENT pets. Please include any CATS, farm animals, or other animals.

List the species, breed (if applicable), sex, and age of FORMER pets. Please explain where they are now:

Have you ever had a serious behavior problem with a pet? If so - please describe how you handled it.

Have all of your pets been spayed/neutered? If not - please explain.

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Has a dog ever died on your premises of distemper, parvo, or unknown causes?

Have your pets been up to date on veterinary care and core vaccinations?

Are you familiar with heartworm disease?

What brand heartworm and flea preventative are your pets currently on?

Are you willing to keep your dog up to date on Heartworm preventative and flea preventative. If so - what brand(s)?

What brand of dog food do you use now or will you use with the new dog?

What would your plan be if your current pets, and your new dog were not getting along?

What type of collar do/will you have on your dog?

Are you aware of the grooming requirements associated with huskies?

Are you willing to groom, or have your husky groomed, on a regular basis?

Approximately how long will the new dog be alone during the day?

Where does your CURRENT dog or where did your PAST dog stay during the day when you are gone?

Where will the NEW dog stay during the day when you are gone?

Where does your CURRENT or where did your PAST dog sleep at night?

Where will your NEW dog sleep at night?

What percentage of time will the dog stay in the house?

Where will the new dog stay when you go out of town?

Are you aware of state and local ordinances concerning pet licensing & leashing?

In what situations would you allow your husky off leash?

Are you willing to work with your new dog the same as your own, to overcome behavioral problems, house breaking, or trust issues?

What type of house training methods will you use?

Do you have any experience crate training a dog?

Have you ever trained a dog commands or tricks? If yes, please explain what and how you taught them.

How would you handle adjustment/training problems such as jumping on furniture or people?

How would you handle adjustment/training problems such as excessive barking or excessive needy-ness?

How would you handle adjustment/training problems such as chewing?

How would you handle adjustment/training problems such as accidents or marking in the house?

What circumstances do you consider acceptable reasons to rehome a dog from your care?

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

If your dog developed a behavioral problem, how would you address it?

Most newly adopted dogs require time to adjust to their new home. How much adjustment time are you willing to give this pet?

Please provide us with a Veterinarian reference:

Please provide name, address, phone number, and let them know we will be calling.

Please provide us with 3 NON-FAMILY personal references.

Please provide name, relationship and contact information, and let them know we will be calling.

HHSHR reserves the right to refuse any application. We are unable to process an incomplete application. By initialing throughout, you are hearby agreeing to these contractual terms and conditions.

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I AGREE that by submitting this application, with or without a signature, will certify that all the information on this application is true and complete and that no one in the household where the pet will reside has ever been convicted of animal abuse:

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I AGREE to care for this dog humanely (including adequate food, shelter, water and veterinary care) and to license this dog in accordance with the laws of the area in which I reside.

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I AGREE to keep the dog as a pet, to be exercised in a fenced yard or on a leash and to not be allowed to roam freely.

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I AGREE to accept all responsibility for the behavior of the dog I have chosen to adopt.

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I AGREE that the dog shall not be used for medical or any other experimental purpose or sold or given to a pet store, supplier or wholesaler.

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I AGREE to release Hairy Houdini Siberian Husky Rescue, and any volunteers acting as an agent of HHSHR, from any and all liability in association with any illness of the dog or any damage or injury caused by the dog while in my/our possession. The pet I am adopting is of unknown background and no guarantee exists as to the dogs past health or temperament.

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It is understood that a representative of the rescue group may examine and make inquiry about the said dogs at any time. If not satisfied with the condition of the dog or the conditions in which it is being kept, that the dog can be removed and placed in a different home.

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Hairy Houdini Siberian Husky Rescue REQUIRES that if you decide, at any point in time, that you are no longer able to keep your pet you must return the pet to HHSHR, no questions asked. You are agreeing to not sell, trade, or dispose of this dog in any way. If you have a relative or friend that wishes to adopt your pet, they must go through our application process.

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Please understand that this comprehensive process has been developed to protect the animals that are in our care. Many of these animals have suffered extreme hardship and have been victims of abuse, neglect or undesirable situations. It is the mission of HHSHR to place these incredible animals in loving permanent homes with worthy families. When you sign below, you acknowledge that you have read the above information, agree to the terms of this contract and are in agreement with our application process.

Sign and Date Here:

*Electronic Signatures Accepted

Please add Applications@hhshr.com to your contacts to avoid our reply to your application going to your spam folder. All responses are initially completed via email, we will not reach out to you via phone.

Thank you so much for considering saving a dogs life and adopting a husky into your home! Sincerely, HHSHR Staff

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