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Adoption Process

Our Adoption Process

Most of our rescue dogs have experienced neglect, abuse, suffering, and abandonment. Because these dogs cannot speak for themselves or choose their future families, we at Pawsitive Match have a huge responsibility in making that decision for them. We ask our adopters to take into consideration that pets require a lifelong commitment. When planning for a new pet, future life changes such as marriage, divorce, relocation, additions to the family, career changes and allergies, must be taken into consideration. We strive to place our dogs into permanent, loving homes.

Our application screening process is thorough, although we pride ourselves on processing applications quickly and efficiently. The process begins with the applicant filling out our adoption application, followed by a telephone interview, vet checks as well as a home visit. Our adoption fees vary with each dog. These adoption fees are then used towards saving more lives. All dogs are spayed or neutered and brought up to date on vaccinations prior to adoption. Vet records are provided to the adopters. Please note that our dogs are not adopted on a first come first serve basis, but rather we look for the best possible “Pawsitive Match”.

Our organization has a two week “trial period”. It is important that adopting families have this option, as our goal is to assure a rewarding and successful adoption, to both the family and the dog. It is emotionally traumatic for dogs to be transferred continuously from one home to another which is why we believe that if the adoption is not working out, the adoption be canceled prior to the dog developing a strong emotional bond to the family. Follow ups are conducted on our adopted dogs periodically in their new homes to assure that we have been successful in creating a “Pawsitive Match”.

Adoption Fee Outline

Adoption fees range from $350 - $500. All puppies up to 6 months of age range from $450 - $500.

Our adoption fee includes:

spay/neuter
health exam
distemper complex vaccine and boosters up to the date of adoption (some may be required after this date at the adopter's expense). Please note: We DO NOT provide bordetella (kennel cough) vaccinations or Rabies vaccinations.
deworming
testing and treatment for parasites
microchip
transportation to Calgary
6 weeks of free pet insurance.

As an adopter, you are responsible for any vaccinations required after you adopt the dog. The dogs we are rescuing come from unknown backgrounds, therefore Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation cannot guarantee the health of any animal.

Important Notice:

As of April 19, 2011 Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation will no longer be accepting personal cheques as form of payment of the adoption fees. We still accept money orders, cash, Paypal payments (added $20 charge), and now credit cards. We thank you for your understanding!

Pay Adoption Fees Online

Simply click on the pay now button below to pay for your adoption fees online. If paying your adoption fee by PayPal, please include a $20 transaction fee.

If you are interested in adopting one of our rescued dogs, please fill out the application below so we can best match you and your new companion to your home and lifestyle.

Please note, in the event we get more than one application for a particular dog, we try to provide the best match for the dog and the adoptive family.

Note: All applicants that currently live in a rental home must have a letter of approval from the landlord prior to submitting an adoption application. We cannot process applications without approval.

IMPORTANT:
Your application is vital to our rescue organization so we strive to reply to each one within 48 hours. If you have not been contacted by that time, please email adopt@pawsitivematch.org to confirm that we have received your application.

Adoption Application
ADOPTION FEE OUTLINE: Adoption fees range from $350 - $500. All puppies up to 6 months of age range from $450 - $500. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, all necessary vaccines up to the point of adoption, deworming, microchip, parasite testing and treatment.
About You
First Name: *
Last Name: *
Address: *
City: *
Province: *
Postal Code: *
Email Address: *
Home Phone Number: *
Cell Phone Number:
Alternate Phone Number:
Are you over the age of 18? *	Yes No
How long have you lived at the above address? *
Are you aware that there is a $350.00-500.00 adoption fee that is collected for all adoptions to defer costs for the care and medical treatment of adoptable dogs? *	YesNo
Please indicate that you are aware that the adoption fee covers spay/neuter, health exam, distemper complex vaccine and boosters up to date of adoption (some may be required after this date at the adopter's expense), deworming, testing and treatment for parasites, microchip, transportation to Calgary (when arriving from out of the country), and 6 weeks of free pet insurance; and DOES NOT include any vaccinations or veterinary treatment after you adopt the dog, including bordetella vaccinations and Rabies vaccinations. *	YesNo
Please indicate that you undertstand that Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation does not provide a dog license, and that you are required to contact the municipal and/or provincial governing body for your residence to register and/or license any adopted dog. *	YesNo
Please indicate that you are aware that puppies under 4 months of age will not be adopted outside of the Calgary, Alberta area. *	YesNo
Please indicate that you are aware of our policy that puppies will not be adopted to homes where no one is home for long periods of time. *	YesNo
If applying from outside the Calgary, Alberta area, are you willing to arrange for transport to get the dog to you? *	YesNo
About the Dog You Are Looking For
Name of the dog(s) that you are applying for: *
When do you intend to bring a new dog into your home? *
If the dog is no longer available, would you be interested in working with us to find another dog for you, who would meet your criteria? *	YesNo
Describe the kind of characteristics you would like to see in a dog in terms of breed, temperament, energy level, intelligence, grooming level, overall personaility, etc. *
Do you have experience with rescued animals? Please explain. *
About Your Residence
Do you own or rent? *	OwnRent
If necessary, do you have a letter of approval from your landlord or condo board? Please note, your application will not be processed if you rent and do not have a letter of approval. *	YesNo
What type of home do you live in (House, Townhouse, Condo, Acreage, etc)? *
Do you have a fenced yard? If yes, how tall? *
Would you agree to a home visit prior to the adoption? *	YesNo
How long would the dog be left alone during the day? Where would it stay in your absence? *
About Your Family
How many adults and children are in your household? *
What are the ages of the children?
Do any other children regularly visit your home and if so, what are their ages and how often do they visit?
Is anyone in the household allergic to animals? *	YesNo
Has everyone been tested for allergies? *	YesNo
Have all family members agreed to the adoption? *	YesNo
What has your family done to prepare for the arrival of a new pet? *
Sometimes circumstances in our lives change that impact the dynamics of the family (moving, marriage, babies, divorce, returning to school etc). How will you manage changes like these in terms of your commitment to your pet? *
A rescued animal will have a period of adjustment when entering your home. This period may be a few days to a few weeks and could result in temporary behavioral changes. *	I am willing to commit to the adjustment period and follow recommendations for a smooth transition.
Do you understand that you will be sharing your life with a dog for 14-18 years, who is totally dependent upon you for food, shelter, exercise, health and veterinary care? Are you willing and able to make this life-long commitment to a dog as a family member? *	YesNo
If required, are you willing to attend approved obedience or training courses with the dog? If no, please explain. *
Do you currently have pets? If so, please describe. If you have more than one pet, use Pet 1, Pet 2, etc.
Species: *
Breed: *
Age: *
Sex: *
Spayed/Neutered? If no, please explain. *
How did you acquire? *
Are your pets up-to-date on vaccine and medical issues? *
Pet Guardianship History
Have you had pets in the past? If yes, please answer questions below. If more than one pet list by Pet 1, Pet 2, etc.
Species: *
Breed: *
How did you acquire? *
Where is the pet now? *
Have you ever surrendered a pet to an animal shelter or to anyone else? *	YesNo
References
What is the contact information of your current veterinarian for any animals you have now or have had in the past 5 years? *
Do we have permission to contact your vet for a reference? *	YesNo
How did you hear about Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation? *
Would you consider fostering a dog?	YesNoMore Info Needed
Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation charges an adoption fee and these fees help to cover expenses incurred by the rescue. All dogs adopted through Pawsitive Match will be spayed/neutered and up-to-date on vaccines. If they are too young to be spayed or neutered at the time of adoption, we will have the surgery performed at one of our partner veterinary clinics in Calgary at no cost to the adopter. Please confirm that you are in agreement with the following statements: • I hereby certify that all statements are true. Should there be any changes I will notify Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation as soon as possible. • I am aware this application must be approved before an adoption can take place. • I have read the application and understand its meaning and agree to its terms. • By submitting this application to Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation, I agree and consent to the collection, use and transfer of my personal information contained in this application for the purposes of processing my application. All submissions pertaining to this application do not contain or will not contain any untrue statement of fact or omits or will omit to contain a fact neessary to make any statement not misleading. There has been no event or information not disclosed in writing to Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation which could reasonably be expected to have an adverse effect on the health, comfort, safety, or well-being of the rescue dog.
Date: *
Electronic Signature: *
Security Code: *