ADOPTING A BULLDOG

Thank you for your interest in adopting a dog from Bulldog Rescue Squad. Our main priority is every Bulldog adopted goes to a loving home where it will be well cared for forever. Because of this, our application asks a number of detailed questions which are necessary for our screening process.

Please be completely honest with your answers on this application so that we can get the best idea of the type of dog that will suit your home, family and lifestyle.

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ADOPTION APPLICATION

Step 1 of 4 - Basic Information

Name:*
First Last
Date:*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Address:
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Texas Drivers License # or State ID*
Date Of Birth:*
Home Phone:*
Cell Phone:*
E-Mail Address:*
Place Of Employment:*
Occupation:*
Work Phone Number:*
Address Of Employment:
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Spouse Name (If Applicable):
First Last
Spouse Date Of Birth (If Applicable):
Spouse Drivers License or State ID # (If Applicable):
Spouse Cell Phone (If Applicable):
Spouse Place Of Employment (If Applicable):
Spouse Occupation (If Applicable):
Spouse Work Address (If Applicable):
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Spouse Work Phone (If Applicable):
Distance you are willing to travel to adopt?:
Marital Status:
- Married
- Single
If married, does your spouse approve of adopting a dog?
- Yes
- No
- Depends On The Dog
How many adults are living in your home?:
Please enter a number from 0 to 10.
How many children?:
Please enter a number from 0 to 20.
If there are children, what are their ages?:
If you have children, do they want a dog?:
Are your children familiar with dogs?:
Is anyone fearful of dogs?:
Has anyone ever been bit by a dog?:
Is any member of your household allergic to dogs?:
Allergies to other animals?:
Does anyone in your household smoke?:
Who will be primarily responsible for care of this dog (Full Name)?:

Do you have any other pets? How many? Species? Please list the BREED, GENDER, AGE, and if NEUTERED/SPAYED below:
Do all your current pets get along well with other animals?
- Yes
- No
- Selective
If NO or SELECTIVE, please explain in further detail:
How do you plan to correct behavior problems?:
Are you willing to work with the rescued Bulldog to resolve problems behaviors? (e.g., chewing, pulling on lead, barking, etc.)
- Yes
- No
If yes, what types of problems would you NOT be able to accept?:
Do you understand that rescued Bulldogs may have house-training problems, especially at first?:
Do you feel you are able to meet the expenses of a Bulldog?:
Are you willing to adopt an older Bulldog (6+years)?:
Are you willing to adopt a special needs Bulldog?:
What do you feel is the proper use of crates or cages?:
Do you have any outside pets? How many? If so, please explain:
Are all of your pets current on vaccinations?:
- Yes
- No
Heartworm preventative?:
- Yes
- No
Name Of Current Veterinarian (If Applicable):
First Last
Veterinarian Phone (If Applicable):
Veterinarian Address (If Applicable):
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Number of pets not currently owned but owned within the last three years? Dogs? Cats? What happened to them? Please explain:
Have you ever adopted a pet from a Humane or Rescue Group? Why?:
For whom are you getting this dog?:
Who will care for the dog?:
Why do you want a Bulldog?:
If necessary can you keep a new dog separated from your other pets for at least one week? How?:

Are you interested in adopting a specific dog? If so, what is his/her name?
Terms & Conditions
Initial Below To Acknowledge*
Bulldog Rescue Squad is in compliance with and support the Texas Health and Safety Code chapter 828 .002; which states EVERY dog rescued under our umbrella, either from a shelter, Rescue Society or private sources, will be spayed or neutered. Bulldogs are typically affectionate and friendly, and the Network will not knowingly place a dog with an unsound temperament. However, no one can predict how any dog will react in a given situation without complete knowledge of its life experiences before its rescue. Therefore, adopters are strongly urged to exercise prudence and caution in introducing an adopted Bulldog into a new situation until the dog has become fully adjusted to its new environment and the adopter has had an opportunity to become familiar with the dog’s unique personality. Bulldog Rescue Squad make no claims, representations, or warranties regarding the temperament, behavior, or future health of any rescued Bulldog. The Bulldog is not a working or sporting dog. It is bred solely for companionship. The Bulldog is not an outdoor dog. Although it loves a daily walk with a human companion, the Bulldog’s physical structure, i.e., compact body, short legs and brachycephalic features make it unsuitable for living outdoors or for rigorous exercise like jogging. Unconditionally, the Bulldog Rescue Squad retains the right of first refusal. If for any reason the adopter cannot keep the rescued dog, he/she will contact the Network member who placed the dog with him/her for repossession. The Bulldog Rescue Squad member will reclaim the dog and another attempt will be made for placement. If the adopter suggests a prospect for possible placement, said prospect will have to complete the application and be approved by the Rescue. This is not done to be arbitrary or punitive. The members of the Rescue assume lifetime responsibility, in lieu of the dog’s breeder and wish to reduce, as much as possible, the trauma of repeated loss of owners and home. Our primary responsibility is to the rescued Bulldog. Adopter agrees to the following conditions unconditionally and indicates so by initialing each item.
#1: Provide veterinary treatment for this dog as needed. Including, but not limited to annual examinations for Heartworm, DHLP, Rabies vaccinations and Medications*
#2: Comply with all state and local laws and ordinances relating to the keeping of this dog including Texas Health and Safety Code Section 828.002 Spay/Neuter and leash and license laws. At certain times an animal that is placed has been represented to be a spayed female. In order to avoid unnecessary surgeries, Bulldog Rescue will unknowingly place it as same. If it is found to be a whole female, the adopter will immediately have said animal spayed at the veterinarian of rescue group’s choice and the expense of Bulldog Rescue.*
#3: Provide this dog with personal identification tags, proper food, fresh water and adequate shelter at all times. No Bulldog will be permanently housed outdoors.*
#4: Never to give or sell this dog to another person, agency, or animal shelter or to allow it to be used for experimentation, dog fighting, or any other commercial activity.*
#5: Notify a Bulldog Rescue Squad member named below immediately to make arrangements to return the animal to the Rescue member if, for any reason, you are unable to keep this dog.*
#6: Notify the Bulldog Rescue Squad immediately if this dog is lost or stolen.*
#7: Permit a Network member to observe the premises where the dog is housed and to reclaim the dog if, in the sole judgment of the Network member, it is not being cared for as agreed to in this document or facts have been misrepresented to the Rescue Network. *See liquidated damages clause**
#8: I, hereby, accept possession of this dog "as is" and at my own risk, and, hereby release and waive any rights against the Bulldog Rescue Squad, the BCA Rescue Network, and any and all of their members, which I may have now or in the future for any damages to person or property caused by this dog.*
#9: I understand the adoption fee is just that, and by accepting this dog, that all future veterinary bills, food, lodging and any other expenses are now my responsibility.*
#10: I agree to make a donation of AT LEAST $400 BUT NOT MORE THAN $750 (actual amount determined by Bulldog Rescue Squad) at adoption.*
#11: If the dog is returned to the Rescue member for good reason within the first four weeks from taking possession, the donation will be refunded in full. After this period, no refund will be made whether the adopter returns the dog or as a result of reclamation as specified in item 7 or Liquidated Damages clause of this contract.*
#12: I understand that all dogs must current and UTD on all vaccinations and heart worm preventatives. Spaying and neutering is also required. Bulldog Rescue Squad has the right to check on said dogs at any time to ensure compliancy.*
Liquidated Damages
I agree to pay Bulldog Rescue Squad the sum of $1,000 as liquidated damages in the event the Terms of this contract are breached. This liquidated damage value being agreed to for the purpose of establishing value of this pet and does not bar Bulldog Rescue Squad from seeking return of the pet by judicial process or other legal means. I agree to pay all court costs and attorney’s fees incurred by BRS if necessary to enforce this contract. Any blank or unanswered questions will be considered a non-contract and this application will be considered rejected. I have read all of the preceding information and by signing below agree to abide all the provisions of this contract.*
Final Application Signatures
Signature Of Applicant:*
Date Of Application:*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Printed Name Of Applicant:*
Printed Name Of Witness & Date:*
Email
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Bulldog Rescue Squad is located in the greater Dallas Fort Worth area, and all prospective families must live within a reasonable driving distance of one of our volunteers. We will not home dogs out of state.
All information will be kept confidential. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]
Please allow up to a week for processing your application. It is not neccessary to re-fill out this form if you do not hear from a member immediately. Thank you!

ADOPTING A BULLDOG

ADOPTION APPLICATION

Step 1 of 4 - Basic Information

Please initial each of the following below items

Terms & Conditions

Liquidated Damages

Final Application Signatures

IMPORTANT NOTES

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