Adoption Application

Please send us at least 4 pictures of your property. (Please make sure they are in JPEG form or we cannot open the file.) Specifically the outdoors where your dog would be using. We require good clear pictures of the four sides of your yard.

we will not be contacting you for corrections or for pictures

Your application will be denied and deleted!!

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Laura's Hope Rescue
Box 3385 Forest Road
Hop Bottom, PA 18824
Email:LaurasHopeApplications@gmail.com

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!! An approved application is good for only 6 months from the date of submitting.!!

If you have any questions about our procedures or in filling out this form,

help is available by emailing the address above we cannot always respond quickly. But we will do the best we can to respond asap. All questions must be answered for the application to proceed. It is best to be done on a computer

Once your application is completed, PLEASE be patient we will reach out to you via email. If you do not respond to the email within 24 hours we will move on to the next application ***please check your SPAM folder****

Laura's Hope Rescue reserves the right to deny adoption to anyone at any time for any reason.

To do what is best for each animal, they are adopted on a first come first served basis at the shelter to qualified recipients only.

Please start by telling us which animal you wish to adopt, then provide the following personal information

Due to high demand, each dog/puppy is limited to 5 applications. Adoptions are restricted to within a 200-mile radius of zip code 18824. We do not ship dogs.

Thank you for considering rescuing an animal.

Adopting a life-long friend should be a careful decision to ensure a loving relationship. To prioritize the animals' safety, please complete our application form, allowing us to check your references and conduct a home visit.

Before applying, please note:

Do not apply if:

You have an unspayed/neutered dog/cat at home.
Current household pets are not vaccinated.
Any question remains unanswered.

Applications missing correct information or vet permission will be deleted.

Adoption Fees:

Puppies (altered): $400
Puppies (non-altered): $600 ($200 refunded after altering)
Dogs over 1 year: $300
Dogs over 5 years: Donation to cover fees and transport
Purebred commercial breeding dogs: 1/2 Fee - based on medical care costs

Fees cover spaying/neutering, first shots, microchipping, and transportation. Southern dogs are heartworm tested and treated. You will receive all medical records and a sample of the dog's food.

Our dogs are good with other dogs, school-aged kids, and can be crated for up to 5 hours daily. They walk well on leashes and know basic commands. Puppies are not crate, house, or leash trained. Descriptions are accurate. Exact breeds or sizes as adults are unknown.

Sponsored dogs may have a reduced fee depending on donations.

You must be 21 or older to adopt. Approved applications are valid for 6 months. For questions, email us; response times vary but we strive to reply promptly. Ensure all questions are answered for submission. Applications are processed on a computer. Be patient; we will contact you via email. Check your SPAM folder for replies.

Laura's Hope Rescue reserves the right to deny adoption to anyone at any time. Animals are adopted on a first-come, first-served basis for qualified recipients only

Pictures are required:Please take a video Just walk around your house and show us the outside .. all 4 sides.

Please start by telling us which animal you wish to adopt and provide the following personal information:

Please initial stating you have read all of the above carefully *

Have you adopted from us previously? *

Animal *

Second choice if first animal is no longer available *

Your Name *

Your Street Address *

City *

State *

zip *

Home Phone *

Work Phone

Cell Phone

Email Address *

Who is your first reference? (no relatives please) * 🛈

	Name	Phone Number	How Long Acquainted
Reference 1	Name	Phone Number	How Long Acquainted

Who is your second reference (no relatives please)? * 🛈

	Name	Phone Number	How Long Acquainted
Reference 2	Name	Phone Number	How Long Acquainted

Please provide a third reference if you don't currently have a veterinarian

	Name	Phone Number	How Long Acquainted
Reference 3	Name	Phone Number	How Long Acquainted

Please list the AGES of all children in the household * 🛈

Please list the AGES of all adults in the household (including yourself) *

What other pets do you have in your household?

	Type		Age In Years		Gender		Spayed/Neutered
Pet 1
Pet 2
Pet 3
Pet 4

Name and Breed of Pet 1 *

Name and Breed of Pet 2 *

Name and Breed of Pet 3 *

Name and Breed of Pet 4 *

*If you do not currently own a pet, please list the NAME and PHONE NUMBER of the veterinarian/clinic you choose to use: *

If you currently have or have had pets in the past, you must list the following:

Veterinarian name *

Veterinarian phone number *

How long have your pets used this vet? *

Besides your name, what other names may your pet's records be listed under *

Are all your pets up-to-date on vaccinations? If no, why not? *

Yes

No No

Do you use Heartworm preventative on your dogs? * 🛈

No

Yes

Have you ever given up a pet? If yes, why? *

No

Yes Yes

What happened to the last pet you owned? *

If pet is deceased, how long ago? *

Do you own your home? If no, please provide the name and phone number of your landlord. *

Yes

No No

Do you have a yard? If yes, how big is it? *

No

Yes Yes

Is your yard fully fenced? If yes, what is the type and height of the fence? *

No

Yes Yes

Do you have an outdoor pen/kennel? If yes, how big is it and is it covered? *

No

Yes Yes

What are you looking for in your new family member? *

How long are your pets left at home on a normal day? Weekdays? Weekends? *

Where will your pet be kept when you are not at home during the day? *

Where will your pet be kept when you are away for more than a day? *

Where will your pet be kept at night? *

What kind of activities does your family participate in? Will your new family member be left alone long during these outings? *

What would you do with your dog if you had to move ? *

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Are you willing to work with the animal if a behavioral problem should arise? *

No

Yes

Have you ever obedience-trained a dog before? *

No

Yes

Are you familiar with crate training? *

No

Yes

Are you willing to use a crate for your new pet? *

No

Yes

Are you looking for a specific breed or size of dog? Please explain below *

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Remembering that pets are an investment of your time and money, can you afford to provide medical care, grooming, proper diet, proper shelter and exercise for your new pet? *

No

Yes

What provisions will be made for the pet should you become ill or can no longer care for the pet? *

Do you agree to return the pet to this rescue if you find that you cannot keep the animal and provisions cannot be made for the safe keeping of this pet? *

No

Yes

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