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ZIP Code *
Mailing Address
Enter your Mailing Address if it is different than your street address.
Home Phone *
Work Phone *
Cell Phone *
Best time to call
Employer *
Please provide Employer Name, Address and Phone Number.
As an adult, have you owned a German Shepherd before? *
If you have owned a German Shepherd or Shepherd Mix when you were an adult, please give us a brief history.
How long have you been thinking about adopting a dog? *
Why have you decided to get a dog and why, specifically, a shepherd? *
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.
If you have ever had to give up a pet, please provide details here.
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? *
Preferred Color
Preferred Dog(s)
If there is a specific dog or dogs you're interested in, please list the dogs' names.
Please remember we cannot guarantee or hold dogs. The dog you name may become adopted by the time your application is approved, or may already be scheduled to meet his/her new family. We would suggest continuing with the app process working toward approval so you'll be ready for the next one you see.
How long do you think your dog is going to take to adjust to his/her new home? *
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? *
Home-Other
If Other, please describe:
How long have you lived as this address?
If less than five years, please list your previous address(es) during that period
If you move, what would happen to the dog? *
What if you could not find housing that allowed you to have large dogs? *
If you bring a baby or child into your home what will you do with the dog you adopted? *
If you have temporary financial or health problems, who will care for the dog? *
List the Name(s) and Phone Number(s) of your dog's temporary guardian(s) include area codes *
If you have a fenced yard, what kind of fence and how tall is it at its lowest point?
How will you handle exercise and toilet duties? *
How many hours a day will your dog be without human contact? *
What provisions will you make for the dog to relieve itself and get exercise during your absence?
Where will your dog spend the day? *
Please be specific.
Where will your dog spend the night? *
Please be specific.
Have you and your family discussed the time, energy, and effort required to properly care for a dog? *
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 old are the children? *
If yes, please list the names and phone numbers (include area codes) of your last two veterinarians: *
PLEASE CALL YOUR VET AND HAVE CONSENT TO RELEASE MEDICAL INFORMATION POSTED ON YOUR FILE. WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED. If you don't have vet references, reply 'None'.
Have you ever been charged with or convicted of animal neglect, abuse, or cruelty of any kind? *
If so, please explain below:
How did you hear about our rescue and/or who referred you to MAGSR? *
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.
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