Complete this pre-adoption questionnaire to determine your level of commitment and ability to care for a new pet in your household.· If you answer “no” to any questions, then a dog or a cat may not be the best pet for you.
1. Are you willing to care for the animal throughout his or her lifetime? Y/N
Dogs and cats can live 10-20 years.
2. Do you know how to house-train a dog or litter-box train a cat? Y/N
3. Can you afford the cost of food, grooming, and regular veterinary care, including yearly vaccinations and check-ups? Y/N
4. Will you see that your pets get regular daily exercise? Y/N
5. Are you prepared to attend training classes to teach your animal basic obedience? Y/N
6. Are you prepared to hire a trainer if your pet has behavior issues you don’t know how to deal with? Y/N
7. Will you license your animal and obey leash laws? Y/N
8. If you move, get married, get a new job, or have kids, will you keep your animal with you? Y/N
9. Have you considered who will care for your pet during vacations or in an emergency? Y/N
10. Will you give your pet the love and attention when he or she needs your attention, and not just at your convenience? Y/N
I answered "Yes" to all the questions. What next?
- View All Adoptable Pets
- Learn About Our Adoption Procedure
- Fill Out an Adoption Application (For Dogs or Cats)
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