Animal Adoption Contract
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue
9 Deasy Drive
Newark DE 19702
Phone: 302-312-5129
Adopters Information:
Name/Adopter:__________________________________________
Address:________________________________________
City:______________________ State:________ Zip Code:________
Home Phone:____________________ Cell Phone:____________________
Email Address:_________________________________________________
Drivers License:________________________________________________
Are You over the age of 18? ____________
Name of Animal:____________________________________________________
Breed:_______________________________________________________
Sex: _____________
Age:__________________________________
Color(s):______________________________
Microchip# (if applicable)________________
__________________________________________________________________
I, _____________________________, (Adopter), hereby swear and attest that the following information is true and will be followed to the best of my abilities concerning the adoption of the pet listed above (hereafter referred to as "the dog"):
1. I am adopting the dog solely as a domestic pet for myself and/or my family. I will not use the animal for any illegal activity including fighting.
2. Adopter agrees they will not physically abuse, neglect, starve or harm the pet in any way.
3. Adopter agrees to spay or neuter the Adoptive Animal, if the Adoptive Animal has not been spayed or neutered. Adopter agrees to see that the Adoptive Animal is spayed or neutered with the time period of the spay and neuter voucher provided.
4. Adopter agrees to give Rescue visitation rights to ensure that the terms of this agreement are being observed.
5. Adopter represents that neither Adopter nor any other person residing in Adopterâs residence has ever been subject to legal action for cruelty to or neglect of animals.
6. If Adopter is a tenant, then Adopter agrees that the landlord consents to this animal adoption. Adopter gives Rescuer permission to call the landlord and verify the landlordâs consent.
7. Adopter agrees to abide by all state, and local animal control ordinance of the community in which Adopter and the Adoptive Animal reside.
8. Adopter agrees the Adoptive Animal will be examined by a licensed veterinarian at least once a year and will receive adequate vaccinations and treatments to ensure good health.
9. Adopter will make sure that the dog has enough food and water to maintain a healthy weight.
10. Adopter will make sure that the dog has adequate shelter.
11. Adopter will ensure that the dog gets the necessary requirement of daily exercise.
12. Adopter will never let my dog outside unless it is wearing proper identification.
13. Adopter will obey all laws concerning leashes and waste removal.
14. Adopter will train the dog so that it does not harm others.
15. If the adoption does not work out, Adopter agrees to offer the pet back to the rescue before seeking other placement.
16. Adopter hereby agrees that the adoption fee of $______________ helps to cover Rescuerâs expense of raising and caring for the Adoptive Animal and the adoption fee is non-refundable.
17. Adopter understands that no guarantee is made regarding the health or temperament of this dog.
18. Adopter understands that the rescue is not liable for any action taken by the dog.
19. Rescue will not be held responsible for the loss of or damage to property, injury to persons, occurring directly or indirectly as a result of the Adoptive Animal.
20. Adopter understands that the Adoptive Animal is a rescued animal, and that no claims, representations, or warranties are made or implied by Rescuer as to the Adoptive Animals age, breed, current or future health, behavior or temperament. Adopter also understands and agrees that Rescuer gives no guarantees.
21. Adopter certifies that all statements made by Adopter in this Animal Adoption Contract and any other information Adopter has provided to the Rescue is true and correct.
22. The Adopters signature below, is agreeing to all the Terms and Conditions, of this Animal Adoption Contract.
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Adopter's Signature
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Date
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Rescuerâs Signature
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Date.
