Name
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First Name
Last Name
What dog are you interested in?
Email
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Phone
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Address
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Address 1
Address 2
City
State/Province
Zip/Postal Code
Country
What is your age range?
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23 - 26
27 - 34
35 - 44
45 - 54
55 - 64
65 - 74
75+
What do you do for a living?
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What is the name of the company or organization you work for?
Do you have children?
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Yes
No
Please list all residents and the ages of those residing in your home as well as their relationship to you
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Are you or any other residents in your home allergic to dogs?
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Yes
No
I don't know
What is your living arrangement?
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House
Apartment
Condo/Townhouse
Duplex/Triplex
Mobile Home
Guest House
Other
Do you rent or own?
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Own
Rent
If you rent or have an HOA, can you have a dog in your home? Are there any restrictions around size, breed, or number of pets? Prior to adopting, please be prepared to show a copy of your rental or HOA policy or written confirmation that you are allowed to have a dog.
Is your backyard securely enclosed with a fence or wall?
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I do not have a backyard
Yes my fence/wall is under 4 feet tall
Yes my fence/wall is between 4-5 feet tall
Yes my fence/wall is over 5 feet tall
My backyard is not fully enclosed
My apartment has an enclosed dog area
Do you currently have any pets at home?
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Yes
No
Please list ALL pets that you CURRENTLY own. Include: breed, sex, length of time you've owned them.
Are your current pets spayed/neutered?
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Yes
No
Do not have any pets
Are your current pets up-to-date on vaccinations and prevention?
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Yes
No
I'm not sure
Have you ever owned a pet in the past that is no longer with you?
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Yes
No
Please list ALL pets that you PREVIOUSLY owned. Include: breed, sex, indicate if they were or weren't spayed/neutered, length of time you owned them, what happened to them (if they died please indicate how, if you gave them away please indicate circumstances)
What are the names and phone numbers of your current or previous veterinarian/veterinary hospital?
How many hours a day will your dog be regularly left without human companionship? Please be specific about what the dog’s schedule will look like
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If you spend most of the day away from home, what will you do for your dog?
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My dog can stay in a crate
My dog will be home alone
My dog walker will come
My schedule allows for me to come home on breaks
My dog will go to doggie daycare
Other people will be home with the dog
Nothing, my other dogs have been fine
My dog will be left outside
Where will your dog sleep during the night?
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Nothing like sleeping under the stars outside
Curled up in bed with me
A crate inside the house
On a dog bed in the house
Wherever the dog wants in the house
How will your dog be cared for when you go out of town?
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What is your primary reason for wanting a dog? Please elaborate
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Describe the kind of dog you are looking for (age, size, fur type, energy level, personality, etc.):
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What type of activity level are you looking for in a dog?
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Couch potato
Hiking/running buddy
Somewhere in between
I don't know, I'd like help figuring out the right fit
How would you rate your experience as a dog owner?
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I'm a first time owner
Beginner (e.g. I grew up with dogs or have owned a dog but have more to learn)
Intermediate (e.g. I have experience training or raising a dog )
Advanced (e.g. I've owned several dogs in my life, worked with trainers, and feel confident handling any dog)
When would you like to take your dog home?
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I'm ready this week!
I need more time
Wags and Walks Nashville is foster based and we cannot hold adoptable dogs. If you aren't ready this week, please specify when you will be and we can touch base with you during that time:
Ideally, how much work would you like to put in with your new dog?
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I'd prefer my dog to be fully trained
I'd prefer my dog to be house-broken and knows the basics
I'd be willing to consult with a trainer, or take classes
I'd be willing to dedicate as much time as required for my new dog
How are you planning on training your dog?
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Group classes
Private Training
I will train them myself
If you selected, “I will train them myself” or "group classes", can you tell us what that might look like?
If your dog presents behavioral issues, are you prepared to seek out training and invest in their progress?
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Yes
No
Are you willing and able to take care of all expenses should your dog become sick or injured?
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Yes
No
I don't know
What would cause you to return your dog to the rescue?
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Would you allow a home visit by a Wags & Walks representative if requested?
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Yes
No
Has Animal Control ever visited your home, or have you been cited for Animal Related violations?
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Yes
No
Tell us why you'd be a great home for a Wags and Walks dog and what rescue means to you.
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How did you hear about us?
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Friends or family
Web search like Google
Instagram, TikTok, Facebook
Wags & Walks event
A third party site like Petfinder or Adoptme
If a person or business referred you, please list their name here so we may thank them:
Your Instagram Handle:
Your Facebook URL:
I understand that Wags & Walks is a non-profit organization whose main goal is to help bring people and dogs together. I understand that adopting a dog is a 10-15 year commitment. The adoption donation starts at $475.
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I understand.
I understand that any misrepresentation of the above information authorizes Wags & Walks to deny application, and/or reclaim the pet that is in my home. I acknowledge that Wags & Walks cannot guarantee any animals against parasites, diseases or destructive behavior. If I adopt a dog from Wags & Walks I will not hold Wags & Walks responsible, nor seek any compensation for damages, medical fees, or other liabilities incurred by the pet I adopt.
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I understand.
I understand that Wags & Walks is not liable for the behavior or actions of dogs that are in their care that I (or my family) choose to meet.
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I understand.
I acknowledge and accept that Wags and Walks takes part in a larger mission to affect and address pet overpopulation and that their spay and neuter policy is non-negotiable.
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Yes
No