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SKU: ADOPTAPPFEE Category: Adoptions

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Thank you so much for for your interest in adopting a Rescue Golden. After submitting your Adoption Application the fee will be added to your shopping cart.

Adoption Application

There is a $25 non-refundable adoption application processing fee to help cover our expenses. Upon completing the application, the adoption fee will be added to the shopping cart. You will need to process the transaction for your application to be considered.

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Name*
First Last
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

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Have you adopted from YGRR before?*
- Yes
- No
YGRR#(s)
If more than one number separate them with commas.
How did you learn about YGRR?
- Veterinarian
- Friend
- Breeder
- Animal Shelter
- Membership Invitation
- Internet
- Previous Adopter
Household Dogs: Breed, Age, Neutered/Spayed?
Household Cats: Ages, Claws?
Other Animals: Types, Ages
1. Please list all the names and ages of your human household members

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2. Will your Rescue Golden come into contact with any children under the age of ten?*
- Yes
- No
If yes, how often and what ages?
3. Does any member of your family have allergies to animals?*
- Yes
- No
4. Is any member of your household physically challenged?*
- Yes
- No
If yes, please explain.
5. How do your present dogs get along with other dogs?
6. How will you exercise your Rescue Golden?*
7. Are you willing to use baby gates or a crate?*
8. Are you willing to take your Rescue Golden to obedience training class?*
9. How many hours will you Rescue Golden be alone (without humans) daily?*
10. Where will your Rescue Golden spend the day--and sleep at night?*

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11. Have you ever owned a dog for whom you were the primary caretaker?*
- Yes
- No
What breed and gender?
12. Do you have a veterinarian?*
- Yes
- No
If you do not have a veterinarian please provide the name and telephone of someone who can tell us about your care of previous dogs
Reference Telephone
Veterinarian Name
Veterinarian Telephone

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13. Why do you want to adopt a Rescue Golden?*
14. Why do you think you would be a good adopter for a Rescue Golden?*
15. Is your dwelling a*
- House
- Condominium / Townhouse
- Apartment
- Mobile Home
16. Do you have in a fenced in yard?*
- Yes
- No
Type of Fence
Length
Width
Height
17. I do not have a fenced in area, but I am willing to install one and I have obtained an estimate.
- Yes
- No
Fences are required for most adoptions.
18. Do you have a hidden fence?
- Yes
- No
* Due to our emphasis on safety and the low percentage of Rescue Dogs who are suitable for this type of containment, only repeat adopters with YGRR will be considered for hidden fences. Repeat adopters must have successfully used an approved hidden fence system with a previous YGRR dog at the same address. Additional conditions will apply for repeat adopters to be considered for this fencing exemption.
Check One
- Invisible Fence
- DogWatch
- Pet Stop

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19. Do you have a pool?
- Yes
- No
Does your pool have stairs and an elephant proof cover?
- Yes
- No
20. Do you have a second dwelling?
- Yes
- No
Where is it located?
21. I am petitioning for an eligibility requirement exemption (name of requirement)
Please be sure to include the necessary materials in order for us to evaluate your petition.
Are you interested in adopting (check all that apply)*
- Golden Retriever
- Golden Mix
- Either
22. What Age do you prefer?
- 0 to 4 Years
- 5 to 8 Years
- 8 Years and older
Please not that we rarely have puppies.
And Gender Preference?
23. Will you consider adopting a special needs Rescue Golden that requires medication for a permanent but controlled condition?
- Yes
- No

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Please read over the Terms of Adoption below.
1. Cost The adoption fee for Rescue Dogs ranging in age from 8 weeks up to age 2 is $800. Rescue Dogs age 2 up to age 5 are $600. Rescue Dogs age 5 up to age 8 are $500. Rescue Dogs age 8 and older are $400. International Rescue Dogs will have an additional $400 transport fee. Adoption fees are subject to change without notice. The Rescue Dog will have been neutered or spayed, given all necessary inoculations including a rabies vaccination, heartworm tested, stool tested for parasites, and given any other necessary treatment prior to adoption.
2. Tattooing All YGRR dogs will be microchipped for identification purposes.
3. Return Policy If, for any reason is not satisfactory for the YGRR dog or the adoptive owner, YGRR requires that the dog be returned to YGRR.The Rescue dog cannot legally be sold or given away. YGRR reserves the right to take back any Rescue dog neglected, improperly cared for, or allowed to run free unsupervised.
4. Agreement The adoptive owner must sign a Adoption Contract (Release and Indemnity Agreement) to protect him / herself, Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue, Inc. and the Rescue dog be subject to all the conditions and stipulations contained therein.
5. License The Rescue dog must be licensed in accordance with the existing laws in the adoptive owner's town, and the rabies vaccine must be kept current.
6. Care The adoptive owner agrees to provide proper shelter, food, medical care, and agrees that the Rescue dog will not be maintained as an outdoor dog or run free without supervision. Failure to comply with these terms will require that the Rescue dog be returned to YGRR. We require that you follow a regular inoculation program established by your veterinarian. You dog will need yearly boosters or titers for distemper and parvo virus, and a rabies booster in accordance with the state or local regulations. Your dog must have an annual heartworm test and your veterinarian will recommend a preventative heartworm program which must be implemented.
Agreeing to the Terms*
- I have read and agree to the terms
I have read the "Terms of Adoption" and I understand and agree to abide by them if I adopt a Golden Retriever from Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue, Inc. I am willing to have a YGRR representative visit my home by appointment prior to adoption.
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Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1985. Rescue and Adoption services for Golden Retrievers from the six New England states. Address: P.O. Box 808, Hudson, MA 01749-0808 Hotline: 978-568-9700

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