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Dog Adoption Form

The TEARS kennels are open by appointment only. Please email adoptions@tears.org.za or call 021 785 4482 to book an appointment.

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ADOPT A DOG
Adoption Confirmation
When are you hoping to adopt? (Please provide a time frame, e.g., immediately, within the next month, etc.)
Are you wanting to adopt an adult dog or puppy? (Please select your preference)
Is there a specific dog/puppy you are interested in adopting? (Insert name here)
APPLICANT'S DETAILS
Physical Address
Age
Email
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫(𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐬𝐀𝐩𝐩 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫)
Alternative Contact Number
TEARS Newsletter
Is your home a free standing house, apartment or complex? (Please select an option)
To what extent is your property secured? (Please describe the height and type of your perimeter boundary and gates)
Do you own or rent your home? If you rent, do you have permission to keep pets?
Are there any restrictions to take into account? (For example: size, breed, number of pets per household, etc)
Where on your property are pets not allowed?
Do you have a swimming pool or large pond?
If you have a pool, is it covered?
How many hours a day will the dog be alone without human supervision?
Please list everyone living on your property, inclusive of children and staff (Name, Age, Relation to you, Affinity with dogs)
Do children 12 years and younger visit your home?
What is your dog experience?
(Please tick all that apply)
Will you be willing to take your new family member to puppy school/dog training classes?
Why do you want to adopt a dog? (Please select an option)
Do you currently own any pets: dogs, cats, rabbits, etc? (Please specify)
List all pets Names
List all Ages
List all Genders
List all Breeds
All pets living with you sterilised?
Where will your dog spend most of the time during the day?
Where will the dog sleep at night?
How often would you take the dog for walks?
Where would you take the dog for walks?
Have you ever surrendered a pet to a shelter?
Have you ever had a pet euthanised?
If you have euthanised a pet, please tell us why?
Are you willing to take responsibility for a new dog for the next 10 - 15 years?
If circumstances were to change (e.g., emigration, downsizing, starting a family, financial difculty), what provisions would you make, or already have in place, for your pets?
Are you able to aford private veterinary care for your existing pets and a new addition?
Are you financially prepared for a new pet?
Taking on a new pet can be expensive, costing anywhere from R500+ a month.
Name of veterinary practice
Contact number for veterinary practice
How did you hear about TEARS Animal Rescue?
Is there anything else you would like to share?
Thank you for opting to adopt your new furry friend from TEARS Animal Rescue!

Please note: TEARS adoptions are limited to the Western Cape, South Africa and, unfortunately, we are unable to process cross provincial adoption applications. Not based in the Western Cape? Click here to find an animal shelter near you!

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