Adoption Application

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Terms:
MAGSR requires a non-refundable application fee of $20. By clicking one of the choices below, I acknowledge that my application fee is non-refundable and is to cover the cost of processing my application. Furthermore, I understand that if I am approved for adoption, there is a separate adoption fee of $350 for each dog adopted and that my application processing fee will not be credited to that fee.

I accept the terms above and will be paying by: *

Check

PayPal

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or you may pay now before continuing.

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If you are paying by check, make it payable to: MAGSR and mail to:
Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue
PO Box 353
Mt. Airy, MD 21771

If the name/address on the check is different than your application name/address,
then please include a note indicating the full name on the application.

Adoption Application

MAGSR reserves the right to decline any application, based on the information we receive or are given during the approval process, with no explanation to the applicant. Information received during the approval process is considered confidential. Any Application not completed IN FULL will not be processed. *Denotes required fields

Due to the time involved in processing applications please advise us if you have adopted elsewhere, no longer interested in adopting, or would like to withdraw your application as soon as possible . This will allow us to spend our time working on open applications to find homes for our dogs.

Please do not consider adopting any of our dogs simply because they have a sad story behind them unless you are completely and totally committed to seeing them through their problems and adjustment. Moving from place to place will only add stress to their lives and can cause more problems. Dogs have feelings too; please think of theirs when making the decision to bring one into your home. Our goal is to have this be the last move in their lives, their FOREVER home.

Name *

Spouse or Significant Other

I am 21 or older *

Yes

If you cannot check this box, please stop here. You may not adopt from MAGSR.

Street Address *

City *

State *

County *

ZIP Code *

Mailing Address

Phone Numbers: Please include Area Code.
Please indicate who to ask for at work number.
Also, one number must be a home number. Cell numbers may also be listed as an additional contact number.

Home Phone *

Work Phone *

Cell Phone *

Best time to call

E-mail address *

Employer *

As an adult, have you owned a German Shepherd before? *

How long have you been thinking about adopting a dog? *

Why have you decided to get a dog and why, specifically, a shepherd? *

Are you aware that German Shepherds are active, very intelligent dogs who shed and require a lot of exercise and interaction with their family? *

Yes

Please list all other dogs you currently have. *

For each dog, include the name, sex, breed, and whether it is spayed or neutered. If it is not spayed or neutered, please explain why. This is a required field. If none, answer 'NONE'

Have you ever had to give up a pet? Please provide details.

Please list all other dogs you've had in the past ten years. *

For each dog, include the name, sex, breed, age of the dog when acquired, how long you had the dog, and why you no longer have the dog and/or where the dog is now, and cause of death if applicable. This is a required field. If none, answer 'NONE'

Please list all other animals you own, or 'none' if no others *

For each pet, include the name, sex, breed, species, age when acquired, how long you have had the pet. This is a required field. If none, answer 'NONE'

Who will be the primary caretaker of the dog? *

If listed dog is adopted

Continue Application

Withdraw Application

If listed dog is adopted, or about to be, do you wish to continue the application process working toward being approved for another dog, or one that may be joining MAGSR? We would suggest continuing with the app process working toward approval so you'll be ready for the next one you see.

When would you like to adopt *

Right Away

In a few weeks

Over a month from now

How long do you think your dog is going to take to adjust to his/her new home? *

How long are you willing to wait for the new dog to become adjusted and bond with you? *

One Week

One Month

Six Months

As long as it takes

Under what circumstances would you consider returning your dog to MAGSR? *

How would you correct the dog if he/she has a housebreaking accident in your home? *

How would you correct the dog if he/she has a chewed something, like shoes or furniture? *

Are you prepared to assume the financial expenses of owning a dog (routine medical care, emergency medical care, food training/obedience lessons, supplies, grooming, etc.)? *

How much do you anticipate to spend on the dog each year for food, supplies, routine and emergency expenses? *

How many adults reside in the home? *

Their relationship to the applicant *

How many children (ages 0-18) reside in the home (please include children who are there part time)? *

How old are the children? *

Does any family member have allergies to animals? *

Yes

Don't Know-this will be our first pet

Do you have a regular veterinarian? *

Yes

If yes, please list the names and phone numbers (include area codes) of your last two veterinarians: *

Do you keep your current dog (if applicable) on preventative heartworm medicine?

Yes

Will you keep your new dog on monthly heart worm preventatives? *

Yes

If so, what kind:

Are all your pets current on all their required vaccinations?

Yes

Have you ever taken a dog to obedience class? *

Yes

If so name of trainer/where?

Will you consult a trainer or behaviorist if your dog develops problems? *

Yes

Will you take your new dog to obedience class? *

Yes

Have you ever been charged with or convicted of animal neglect, abuse, or cruelty of any kind? *

Yes

If so, please explain below:

How did you hear about our rescue and/or who referred you to MAGSR? *

Would you let a representative of MAGSR visit your home by appointment? *

Yes

List (3) three references, including their relationship to you, home and work phone numbers (include area codes) at which we may reach them. Please let them know we will be calling. *

You may only list one family member and do not use your Vet as a personal reference. Due to the time involved in processing applications please advise us if you have adopted elsewhere, no longer interested in adopting, or would like to withdraw your application as soon as possible . This will allow us to spend our time working on open applications to find homes for our dogs. WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED.

I understand and agree that the information provided to MAGSR during the approval process is confidential and MAGSR will not give details to the applicants if they are denied. *

I/We Agree

I understand and agree that the adoption fee is non-refundable, because this fee is applied toward the medical and boarding expenses that we have already incurred for each dog. *

I/We Agree

If you have anything to add, please feel free to use the space below.

By submitting your application, you declare that the information provided in this application is true and complete, to the best of your knowledge. *

I/We Agree

MAGSR can and will deny any application if an applicant has falsified any information provided during the approval process. If this application is sent incomplete then you will not be considered for approval.

You should hear from us within 48 hours once we receive your application. If you pay the application fee by check, this can delay the processing of your app by a minimum of 7 additional days, so you might not hear from us for 7 to 9 days. If you have not heard from us by then please email us here to inquire about the status of your application.

Please Be Sure to check your "bulk mail folder" while waiting for us to reply as often times our responses mistakenly go into applicants' bulk folders and they delete without reading.

Please be patient while the form goes through, it may take a few seconds. You should see a thank you page once the information went through.

If you get an error message, please try to submit the form again.
If the problem persists, please e-mail us.

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For each dog, include the name, sex, breed, and whether it is spayed or neutered. If it is not spayed or neutered, please explain why. This is a required field. If none, answer 'NONE'

For each dog, include the name, sex, breed, age of the dog when acquired, how long you had the dog, and why you no longer have the dog and/or where the dog is now, and cause of death if applicable. This is a required field. If none, answer 'NONE'

For each pet, include the name, sex, breed, species, age when acquired, how long you have had the pet. This is a required field. If none, answer 'NONE'

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