How does the dog adoption process work?
May 6, 2010 by Adoption Information and Laws
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My wife and I are thinking about adopting a dog, but I am not sure how the process works. We are kind of iffy about whether our apartment complex allows pets. There are people that have them and there is a part in our lease that says that we can’t have pets, but there is also a pet addendum that says that we can. How does the adoption process work? Does the shelter try to contact my apartment complex to confirm information or what?
Not usually. Every shelter is different. I think typical is that they ask you what your living arrangements are like and leave it at that. Obviously you will need a breed that does not require a ton of running around outside. There are a few shelters that actually do on-site visits to your house/apartment, but I think that is fairly rare.
If you live in an apartment, most shelters will require written approval from your landlord. Check with a few shelters in your area. Every place in different
Yes, the shelter will need proof (with a phone call or with a letter on company letterhead from the landlord) before they will adopt any animal to anyone that rents.
If the shelter does not require that, check with your landlord BEFORE you adopt, or the dog may be homeless again.
My friend adopted a dog last week they sent an inspector tp her house to see that the dog would have enough room and that it is safe for him.Then if you pass the test they give the dog a check up and you pick it up.My friend has a HUGE garden though I’m not sure about apartments you would have to get a really small dog like a Yorkie or a jack russel.
Good Luck!!!
You may want to see if pets are OK, somewhere down the road some Bimbo/Jerk may complain. Then, where I live we Adopt for $50 and this includes a Certificate to a Vet to have the animal Spayed/Neutered which it has to be done. That not a bad deal, mainly the adoption fee is to have the animal “Fixed”! My sister had a pet shop years ago and we worked with the Shelter to find homes for the animals. She got so many Dogs now it crazy, but, she loves animals and tries to do what she can to make a real difference. Many talk, very few do!
The shelter will want proof that you are allowed dogs. The process varies depending on where you adopt your dog. If you go to your local humane society they are so overwhelmed with dogs, they normally will just look up your complex and give them a call to make sure it’s ok. You fill out your paperwork get a dog license and you’re on your way with your new pet. However some of the nonprofit private shelters are a little more strict. They may want to make sure the dog is a good fit with you, the may do home visits both before and after you get your dog, request to see your vet records to make sure the dog is getting health care. It varies from place to place, but it is worth it, I have 2 dogs that I adore one of them from the local SPCA and they are the greatest companions.
Different rescues have different process. Most require a home visit but do not contact landlords.
It all depends on the specific organization that you decide to go through. Some rescues will flat-out not adopt a dog out to someone who lives in an apartment since ownership can change within the management and thus, pet regulations can change.
The best I can suggest is to look into the shelter or rescues in your area and find out what their specific guidelines are. Furthermore, there is going to be more than just house approval, there are often reference checks, house checks, and meetings between the dog and the whole family to make sure the personalities match.
Good luck, I hope you find the dog just right for you!
yes.. the shelter will call and confirm it is ok to have a pet and so will any reputable rescue….alot of places depending on the size and breed will also require a home check to make sure you have the proper place to keep the dog…talk to your complex first and make sure of any size,weight or breed restrictions and any deposit they may require….please dont go about this without taking the proper steps because it would be horrible to bring the dog home and then have to return it because your complex goes crazy on you !!!
The adoption process varies from shelter to shelter, but they will always ask you to fill out an adoption application. Rescues should conduct a homevisit. You should directly contact your landlord to ask for written permission. Don’t adopt without written permission.
If he is hesitant, you can further ask that he make a special exception for responsible owners through the AKC Canine Good Citizen program.
We started a site about dog adoption which has some great resources. http://www.theotherdogs.com/category/articles/before-you-adopt/
We just adopted our second dog from a shelter here in Phoenix. We picked him out. They neutered him the next day and we picked him up. They county did not contact our apartment complex. It is a good idea to let your complex know you are getting a pet in case of their being a security deposit for the pet. You probably got him already so hopefully this helps someone else.
We also have articles to help after you have adopted.
http://www.theotherdogs.com/category/articles/after-you-adopt/
Good Luck
Aaron
having just lost my yorkie in june i am looking for a new buddy have had many dogs in my lifetime i am 75 the adoption application needs a lot to be desired they want me to give them a lot of info to someone i do not know it is easier to get a driving license gun license or even get married than to adopt a needy dog not even considering the fees does identity theft come to mind
Every shelter is different. I think typical is that they ask you what your living arrangements are like and leave it at that.
its a nice discussion sir..