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Adoption Application

Thank you for considering adopting one of our GSPs! Our goal is to find permanent, attentive and secure homes for our rescued dogs. Please understand that we ask these questions with our dogs’ best interests in mind, as well as yours. We’ve created this thorough application to assist in finding the right dog for you. If you have trouble submitting the application or haven’t heard from us within 72 hours of your submitting, please contact us.

Prior to filling out this application, please read through our Adoption Process first. We pride ourselves on our very detailed adoption process which allows us to assess the best fit for each family and each dog, resulting in a less than 1% return rate and many happy families.

We normally adopt to Colorado residents only. We will consider adopting to residents in bordering or nearby states if guidelines set by Mile High GSP Rescue are followed and proper transportation is arranged by the adopter.

Please be as detailed as possible when answering each question. Detailed applications allow us to more accurately assess qualifications and will be given priority. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Date

Month

Day

Year

About You

First name*

Last name*

Spouse’s Name (if applicable):

Email*

Multi-line address

Country/Region*

Address*

City*

Zip / Postal code*

Phone: *

Alternate Phone:

Occupation:

Name of Employer:

Are you at least 21 years of age?*

Yes

No

How did you hear about Mile High GSP Rescue?

Why do you want to adopt a GSP?*

In what way have you educated yourself about this breed? *

Which available dogs(s) are you possibly interested in?

Gender Preferred?

Male

Female

Either

Why the above gender choice? *

Age preference, and why?*

Select all that apply *

House Pet

Obedience Training

Hunting

Competing

Tracking

Other

Other, Explain

Pet Ownership History

Ever Owned a GSP*

Yes

No

Do you still own a GSP?*

Yes

No

If no, what happened to your GSP (if applicable)?

If it passed on, how and at what age?

Other currently owned breeds and previously own breeds and what happened to them (please include the last 7 years)*

Other pets currently owned (include cats rabbits, gerbils, birds, etc..):*

Are your current pets spayed or neutered? *

Yes

No

If not, please explain why:

Have you even given up an animal? *

Yes

No

If yes, please explain the circumstances:

About your home

Do you rent or own your home? *

Rent

Own

Is someone home during the day? *

Yes

No

How many hours per day will the dog be left alone? *

Where and how will the dog spend it's time during the day?*

Where will the dog sleep at night? *

If no one is home on a regular basis, what is your plan for the first several days to help the dog acclimate to its new surroundings and family?*

Will the dog be aloud on the furniture?*

Yes

No

Do you have a yard?*

Yes

No

Is your yard fenced? *

Yes

No

If yes, size of fenced area? *

Type of fence and height? *

Note: We do not accept invisible fencing as adequate fencing for a GSP

If no fencing, are you willing to install fencing or safe run to protect the dog?*

Yes

No

Do you have a dog door? *

Yes

No

How do you plan to exercise you GSP and how often? *

Do you have a crate? *

Yes

No

If no, are you willing to purchase one? (ask about our crate loaner program)*

Yes

No

If not, please explain why?

What will you do if your dog is destructive? *

About your family

Is acquiring a GSP a family decision (including current spouses, roommates, etc.)?*

Number of adults living in home:*

Do you have children?*

Yes

No

If yes, please list their ages*

Are you planning on having children in the future? *

Yes

No

If yes, what will you do if problems arise concerning the dog and the child?*

Is anyone in the house allergic to dogs? *

Yes

No

Unknown

Under what circumstances would you rehome a pet that you own?*

What would you do with the pet should the above circumstances occur? *

What activities do yo do in which could include your GSP?*

Do you intend to be a single or multiple dog family?*

Single

Multiple

Other information

What are your cost limitations for medical care?*

What would you do in the event you dog develops a major health concern such as cancer, a need for orthopedic surgery or requires long-term treatment for organ dysfunction?*

How far will you travel to acquire a GSP?

Do you have a time limit in your search for a GSP?*

What brand of dog food do you currently use or plan to use?*

Name of current/prior vet:*

Please provide names and phone numbers of two individuals (no family members please) who can serve as references: *

We will set up an appointment to conduct a home visit prior to adopting a GSP. Is this acceptable?*

Yes

No

Feel free to add any additional comments that may help us in deciding if our GSPs may be right for you:

Thank you for taking the time required to complete this application. Falsification of any of the above information will be grounds to disallow your adoption of a rescued dog. Mile High GSP Rescue reserves the right to refuse any adoption.

TESTIMONIALS

"We couldn't be more happy that we picked Mile High GSP Rescue; the process was thorough and we know it means Molly is a lifelong fit for us." - Steve and Katie

"The adoption process was easy and professional. Post-placement follow up and education were offered as well. All in all, it was a great experience." - Robert

CONTACT US

Email: milehighgsp@gmail.com

Phone: (720) 373-7274

Foster First and Last Name*

MHGSPR Dog *

I agree to foster the above named dog for Mille High GSP Rescue until he/she is adopted by a family/owner who has been approved by Mile High GSP Rescue.

I understand and agree to adhere to all relevant zoning and animal control codes and ordinances, whether local, county, or state

Foster Parent’s Responsibilities

I agree to pre-arranged home visits by Mile High GSP Rescue.

While having the above named dog in my care, I agree to provide

❖ safe, indoor shelter

❖ daily food and fresh water

❖ socialization with people and other dogs

❖ appropriate daily exercise

❖ a secure fenced-in area for at-home exercise

❖ housebreaking, if and when necessary

❖ positive reinforcement to correct inappropriate behaviors

❖ off-leash training, using an e-collar when necessary

❖ veterinarian visits, if and when necessary

Mile High GSP Rescue does not take financial responsibility for damage

to property belonging to a foster family or person. We will counsel,

trouble-shoot and provide resources if a dog starts to display significant

behavior issues.

It is important for fosters to recognize that they are fostering dogs, not people and that, especially under stress, some dogs can display stress-related behaviors. Please call the rescue when your behavior modification

strategies aren’t working and you need some alternative strategies.

Veterinary Care

I understand that veterinary care and procedures will be paid for by Mile

High GSP Rescue only with pre-approval of those procedures and care.

I understand that it will be my responsibility to take the foster dog in my care to veterinary appointments for basic vetting as well as for any vetting needs that arise unexpectedly (such as but not limited to illnesses, accidents, emergencies)If the medical procedure or care needed is a result of negligence or mishandling of the foster dog, I will be financially responsible for the veterinary care. In addition, Mile High GSP Rescue will be financially responsible only for the rescue dog’s vet bills. Should my own pet(s) need medical attention due to interaction with said rescue dog (e.g. dog fight, contracted ailment), I am responsible for my own pet’s(s’) medical bills.

General Care and Well-being of Foster Dog

While the above named dog is in my foster care, I will provide a loving,

nurturing home environment for him/her, just as I do or would with my own

dog. If I mistreat, neglect or abuse the dog in any way, Mile High GSP Rescue will immediately remove the dog from my care.

The above named dog will reside in my home, not outside as a residential dog. Mile High GSP Rescue will provide a leash and collar for the foster dog who will be placed in my care. Rabies and I.D. tags will also be provided. It is my responsibility to insure that the foster dog will wear the collar with attached tags at all times. Mile High GSP Rescue will also provide food for the dog while he/she is in my care.

If I leave town or am otherwise unable to care for the foster dog for a short period of time, I will notify the rescue which will help to determine the best temporary home for the dog.

If the dog is lost or stolen, I will contact Mile High GSP Rescue immediately.

I agree to provide the rescue with photos of this dog as well as offer input in the writing of his or her bio to help the rescue find the most appropriate,

loving home for this dog.

Adoption of Foster Dog

Mile High GSP Rescue has the sole responsibility and right to adopt the above named foster dog to a new owner. I may not rehome the dog independently of the rescue. The rescue will, however, ask for my input and recommendations when placing the above named foster dog in a new home.

If, after fostering the above named dog, I want to adopt the dog, I will become one of the potential adopters. If the rescue decides to adopt the dog to me, I will pay the adoption fee established by Mile High GSP Rescue. In lieu of a full adoption fee, I have the option of adopting the foster dog while continuing to foster dogs for Mile High GSP Rescue. The Rescue and I will make that decision jointly and the rescue will determine the adoption fee.

Foster First name*

Foster Last name*

Multi-line address

Country/Region*

Address*

City*

Zip / Postal code*

Phone*

Secondary Phone

Email*

Date picker*

Signature*

Sign in the box or use the keyboard to type.

Signature field is empty.

MHGSP Representative *

Home Inspections (to be filled out by the rescue at a later date)

Date

Number of dogs permanently residing in the home?

Foster Signature

MHGSPR Representative

Date

Number of dogs permanently residing in the home?

Foster Signature

MHGSPR Representative

Date

Number of dogs permanently residing in the home?

Foster Signature

MHGSPR Representative

Date

Number of dogs permanently residing in the home?

Foster Signature

MHGSPR Representative

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