Adoption in Monticello, IA | Monticello Veterinary Clinic

Thank you for your interest in adoption. The information on this page is presented so that you have a clear understanding of our adoption process and our philosophy behind it. It is also intended to help you come face-to-face with the reality of owning a dog. We all understand the emotional appeal of a sweet, furry face. However, we know firsthand that while many people like the idea of owning a pet, not everyone likes—and is willing to accommodate—the reality of having a pet in their life and home 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you agree to follow the process to the best of your ability and in a cooperative manner, please type in your name at the end of this form—this will carry the same weight as a signature.

Soul searching… Ask yourself these questions:

Are you prepared for the financial reality of owning a dog? The average cost of having a dog the first year is $374-$658 depending on the size of the dog. These figures include food, veterinary care and medication such as heartworm pills. This cost can increase dramatically with illnesses like liver failure, kidney failure, and diabetes. Are you willing and able to assume this responsibility?*

Yes
No

Do you realize that even though kids make big promises and are very compelling salespeople, they are not going to be responsible for the daily care of the pet? Are you willing to walk, feed, play with and provide attention for your dog on a daily basis when your children fail to do so?*

Yes
No

Do you realize that pets have the mental ability of a four-year-old? Are you prepared to care for this furry toddler for the rest of his/her life, which could be 10 years, 12 years, or even longer?*

Yes
No

If you are interested in one of our dogs, completing the adoption application below is the first step. Once your application is received, a staff member will contact you to review your application. If all adoption requirements are met, an appointment will be set so you can meet the dog in which you are interested.

If, upon meeting the pet you are interested in adopting him/her, we will complete the processing of your application. On the adoption application, we ask for three references so that we may cross-check information.

If you leave any questions blank, we have the right to disqualify your application. It usually takes one week to process an adoption application. We are interested in finding the RIGHT home for a dog. This may not necessarily be the first person who applies to adopt a dog.

Our procedure enables us to gather complete and well-rounded information. We want to make an informed and wise decision that will lead to a lifetime relationship between a family and pet.

We do follow-up calls to help insure the placement is working, to hone our dog and cat evaluation skills, and to help with any questions that may arise. Our procedure is about righting a wrong. If an animal is being re-homed by us, something has already gone wrong in their life. We want to find them a home where they’ll be cherished and loved.

Please realize that it may take up to two weeks for your pet to be comfortable in your home. It is possible that he/she may have some accidents during this adjustment period.

I understand the AWF adoption procedure and agree to complete all questions on the application and provide any additional information requested by an AWF representative. I also understand that any false statements given on this application will disqualify me from adopting an AWF pet.

I understand that typing my name below carries the same weight as a written signature.*

First Last

Date*

Applicant Information

Please fill out application entirely. If the question does not apply, then put "N/A".

Name*

First Last

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone Number*

Email Address*

Where do you live?*

House
Condo/Apartment
Mobile Home

How long have you lived at your current address? (Years/Months):*

The type of neighborhood you live in is:*

Farm (rural)
City (urban)
City (suburban)

Do you own or rent your home?*

Own
Rent

Interested Pet Information

Which dog are you interested in?*

Why are you interested in this particular pet?*

Why do you want to adopt one of our dogs?*

What are you looking for in a dog?*

Are you looking for an indoor or outdoor dog?*

Indoor
Outdoor

If you decide to move in the future, what will you do with your dog?*

What will you do with your dog if you go on vacation?*

Do you have a fenced in yard?*

Yes
No

How do you plan to exercise your dog?*

Where will your dog sleep?*

How many hours will your dog be alone during a 24-hour period?*

What do you think your new dog will enjoy most about living with you?*

Employment Information

Employer*

Occupation*

Can you be contacted at your place of work?*

Yes
No

Do you come home for lunch?*

Yes
No

Will there be someone home during the daytime?*

Yes
No

Family/Household Information

Please list the names of the people in your home, their relationship to you, and their ages:*

Are all members of your household aware of your plans to adopt an animal?*

Yes
No

Is anyone in the household allergic to animals?*

Yes
No

Which family member will be the dog's primary caregiver?*

What is their age?*

Pet Information

Do you currently have any cats?*

Yes
No

Do you currently have any dogs?*

Yes
No

What brand of food do you feed (or plan to feed) your dog?*

Are there any other animals or pets in your household?*

Are the animals in your household spayed/neutered?*

Yes
No
N/A

Have you ever given up a pet?*

Yes
No

Please list any additional pets you have had as an adult not already listed on this application:*

Veterinarian Information

Veterinarian's Name*

Veterinarian's Phone Number

Personal References

List 3 references. One must be a relative, and two must not be relatives.

Name (Reference #1)*

First Last

Phone (Reference #1)*

Relationship to You (Reference #1)*

Name (Reference #2)*

First Last

Phone (Reference #2)*

Relationship to You (Reference #2)*

Name (Reference #3)*

First Last

Phone (Reference #3)*

Relationship to You (Reference #3)*

By submitting, I certify that the information I have given is true. I further authorize the investigation of all statements in this application, including but not limited to the release of information from my vet to Monticello Veterinary Clinic. I understand that Monticello Veterinary Clinic reserves the right to deny my application for any reason. Bottom of Form

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