Dog Tip

September
19-25: National Dog Week

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If you're interested in adopting a Great Dane, then either download, fill out and mail back our Application Form or fill out our on-line form by clicking on the "Read More" button below (you will need the latest version of Internet Explorer or Firefox). 

In order to be considered for an adoption by AABGDR, you must:

  • Be 21 years of age
  • Present the knowledge and consent of all adults living in your household to AABGDR
  • Have a valid ID with current address
  • Have landlord’s name and telephone number (or lease) or provide proof of ownership of residence 


*Name:
Address1:
Address2:
City:
State:
Zip:
*Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Email:
Age:
1) What type of Dane are you looking for? (check all that apply)
     Male      Female      Puppy      Adult      Senior
2) Why do you want this pet?
     
3) This pet will be without human companionship for about hours per day, days per week.
4) Where will your pet be kept during the day? (check all that apply)
     Indoors      Outdoors      Dog Pen      Crate      Garage      Other
      Explain Other:  
5) Where will your pet be kept during the night? (check all that apply)
     Indoors      Outdoors      Dog Pen      Crate      Garage      Other
      Explain Other:  
6) Where do you live?
     House      Apartment      Condo      Trailer       Other
     I rent        I own             with my parents 
      Landlords Name:  
      Landlords Phone:
7) Does your landlord allow pets?         Yes      No      Do not know
      Deposit required?:         Monthly rent increase?:
8) Do you have a fenced yard?         Yes      No      
      If fenced, please describe the height and type:
9) If you do not have a fenced yard and the dog will not stay in the yard, what will you do?
       
10) How do you plan to exercise your dog?
      
11) List the types of behavior problems that would not be acceptable in your household.
       
12) Describe the ideal dog for you.
      
13) Please provide the following information about your household:
      Number of adults:         Number of children:         Ages:
      People who visit your home frequently, including ages of any children:
              
14) Is anyone in your family allergic to dogs?         Yes      No      Do not know
15) What will you do with your pets if you move in the future?
       
16) How much do you anticipate spending yearly to feed, vaccinate, license and provide medical care for your pet?
      
17) Would you be willing to allow a representative from the rescue visit your home before the adoption is completed?         
      Yes      No      
18) What type(s) of pets do you own or have owned in the last 10 years?
Name Type/Breed Kept Where Age Altered Sex Still Own?



       If you answered `No` to `Still Own`, please explain what happened to your pet.
       
19) Who is (was) your veterinarian for the above animals?        
1)      Name:         Phone: 
2)      Name:         Phone: 
20) Please also provide a personal reference (neighbors are acceptable):
      
21) How long has it been since you introduced a new dog into your family?
       
22) How much do you think an adult Great Dane weighs?            
23) How long do you expect it will take your new pet to adjust to its new home?               
24) How do you plan to house train your dog?
      
25) Do you keep or have you kept your dogs tied out?       Yes      No 
26) How many cups a day do you think a Great Dane eats?       
27) Are you familiar with the health problems a Great Dane can have?          Yes      No
      Please explain your answer:
     
28) How do you feel about obedience classes?
      
29) Are you interested in one or more specific Danes?         Yes      No
      If yes, please name:
     


By initialing below, I certify that the information I have given is true and that I recognize that any misrepresentation of the facts and information I provided may result in the denial of my adoption application by AABGDR and my losing the opportunity of adopting a dog from AABGDR.  I authorize investigation of all statements on this application.  I further understand that this application is a required step in the application process and I understand that it is in the sole discretion of AABGDR whether to accept or deny this application for adoption.
*Initials: