DPR of PA
ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE APPLICATION

Note:  Adoption fee, paid at time of adoption, varies by dog.

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ: 

Thanks for your interest in adopting from Doberman Pinscher Rescue of PA, Inc. 
Please note that we receive many more applications than we have dogs available.
We focus on applications that stand out as being the best match on behalf of the available dog, as well as meeting the strict adoption requirements set by our rescue to
 ensure a happy match for both owner and dog.
  Because of a limited number of volunteers and the large volume of applications received, we are not able to respond to every applicant, and we apologize in advance if you do not hear from us. 
 

This application is for Foster Both


Street Address:
City State Zip
Home Telephone Work Telephone Cell Phone
Email
Employer 1: Occupation:
Employer 2: Occupation:

Have you spoken to anyone from DPRPA? If so, please tell us who:

DOG SELECTION

Have you ever owned a Dobe? If yes, how long ago?
Why do you want a Doberman?

Tell us your preferences (adoption applicants only).
Sex:: Ears: Age: Color:
Function (select all that apply): Watch dog Companion Obedience Dog
Temperament: Active Calm Shy Intelligent Playful Protective Loving Independent

If you are interested in a specific dog currently available for adoption, please tell us which one:

DOG CARE

How many hours a day will the dog be left alone? hours
Where will the dog be kept during the day and night?
How will your exercise your dog?
Have you trained a dog in obedience? If yes, to what level?
If you adopt from DPR will you train through beginnners' obedience?
If not, how will you train?
What do you consider quality time with your dog?
Have you ever used a dog crate? What brand of food do you feed your dogs?
Do you use flea and tick preventative? If yes, what brand?

Please list the specific Doberman health issues you're aware of (We will educate you if needed. Visit our health and behavior tips page.)

Who is your veterinarian? Name:

Address: Phone:

Please authorize your veterinarian to release information to DPR of PA when we call. Otherwise we may not be able to to process your application.
Check here to confirm your have done this or will before we contact him/her.

HOUSING

Do you rent or own? Select type:
If you rent, please include your landlord's name Telephone
Address:

How long have you lived in current address? Do you plan to move within the next 6 months?
Do you have a yard?   Provide approximate square footage or acreage of yard where dog has access:

Enclosed fence?
 If yes, describe in detail the type/height of fence (e.g., 4 foot chain link, 4 foot split rail with wire, invisible fencing, etc.):

Please list the names and ages of all who live in your household?

Who will the be the primary caretaker?

Does anyone have allergies?

What pets do you currently have in your household? Please include name, breed or species, age, sex, neutered?, kept where?, owned how long?

List people and animals that visit you on a regular basis (i.e., grandchildren, mother with a walker, babies, etc.)

How do these pets relate to other animals in general?

What other dogs have you owned in the past? Why are these dogs no longer with you? If the reason is death, please list the dog's age at death and the cause.

List the names and telephone numbers of at least three references that we may contact. These may include neighbors, breeders, trainers, etc.
Reference 1:
Reference 2:
Reference 3:
Additional reference(s):

Please list any additional comments or questions you may have:

How did you hear about DPRPA of PA, Inc.?

I UNDERSTAND THAT OWNING A DOG IS A COMMITMENT FOR THE DOG'S LIFETIME AND IF I ADOPT A DOG FROM DOBERMAN PINSCHER RESCUE OF PA, INC. I AM WILLING TO MAKE SUCH A COMMITMENT.
I agree.

I certify that all information in this application is accurate and true.
I agree.

Please ensure all information is completed before sending form.
Check to acknowledge that you understand that incomplete or missing information may delay the processing of your application.

Can we add your name to our email list? 


The mission of Doberman Pinscher Rescue of PA, Inc. is to rescue and place purebred Doberman Pinschers who display proper temperament and health potential into responsible pet homes, while informing the public about the breed and basic humane care of pets.