D O G A P P L I C A T I O N
We know our application is long and detailed, but experience has shown us that if we don't understand your lifestyle and what you are looking for, you could potentially adopt a dog that is not the right fit for you or the dog.
It is better to spend the time filling out a detailed application than go through the heartache of adopting a dog that is not the right fit. Adoption of a dog is a serious consideration.
* We do require our adopters to commit to learning about training and behavior. Since you are looking to adopt, we recommend you listen to our Pod to the Rescue podcast episode with Dr. McConnell, on rescue dog transition time: www.podtotherescue.com/dr-patricia-mcconnell.html
Please read our webpage on adoption process and policies (including fees) so you aren't surprised halfway through the process.
* Feel free to email us at [email protected] before filling out the application if you have questions about the needs of the dog you are applying for.
***The More Detail In Your Application, the More Likely We Will Be Able to Help You Find A Dog****
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CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT OUR ONLINE DOG APPLICATION:
https://form.jotform.com/233478016051148
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CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT OUR ONLINE DOG APPLICATION:
https://form.jotform.com/233478016051148
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GENERAL ADOPTION PROCESS:
1) After submitting an application, our team will reach out to set up a Zoom meeting (if we think your application could be a good fit for the dog).
2) If the Zoom goes well, and we all decide to move forward we ask you for references.
3) If you are then approved as a pending adopter, we will then ask that you read the brief "Love Has No Age Limit" book and watch the Calm Canine video on bringing home an adoptive dog: youtu.be/rz4yq_azTSw?si=ISIJNx3ZvTYPe0TS
4) Then we do a short pre-adoption Zoom where we discuss the book with you and how to set up your home for the adjustment period.
5) Then you sign up and pay for training sessions with a force-free trainer on our list (this cost is not included in the adoption fee) , and we send you the adoption contract.
6) Normally at that point, we bring you the dog and stay for an hour or so to support you and help the dog settle in (as long as you are within a few hours of Boulder).
7) We do one or two Zoom meetings with you to see how your dog is settling in, and troubleshoot any issues you are dealing with - and support your training sessions (included in your adoption fee).
*** For some dogs, this process may be longer.. where you come and meet with our behavior team and get to know the dog via several meets and training sessions with our trainers (all included in the adoption fee).
Our rescue is very invested in these dogs and helping their adopters be successful so that the adoption is permanent. Our Board has several certified professional trainers and behavior consultants and our mission is to break the cycle of dogs churning through homes and shelters until finally euthanized due to mental detoration from being in the system.
1) After submitting an application, our team will reach out to set up a Zoom meeting (if we think your application could be a good fit for the dog).
2) If the Zoom goes well, and we all decide to move forward we ask you for references.
3) If you are then approved as a pending adopter, we will then ask that you read the brief "Love Has No Age Limit" book and watch the Calm Canine video on bringing home an adoptive dog: youtu.be/rz4yq_azTSw?si=ISIJNx3ZvTYPe0TS
4) Then we do a short pre-adoption Zoom where we discuss the book with you and how to set up your home for the adjustment period.
5) Then you sign up and pay for training sessions with a force-free trainer on our list (this cost is not included in the adoption fee) , and we send you the adoption contract.
6) Normally at that point, we bring you the dog and stay for an hour or so to support you and help the dog settle in (as long as you are within a few hours of Boulder).
7) We do one or two Zoom meetings with you to see how your dog is settling in, and troubleshoot any issues you are dealing with - and support your training sessions (included in your adoption fee).
*** For some dogs, this process may be longer.. where you come and meet with our behavior team and get to know the dog via several meets and training sessions with our trainers (all included in the adoption fee).
Our rescue is very invested in these dogs and helping their adopters be successful so that the adoption is permanent. Our Board has several certified professional trainers and behavior consultants and our mission is to break the cycle of dogs churning through homes and shelters until finally euthanized due to mental detoration from being in the system.