Dog Adoption Questionnaire

Thank you for your interest in adoption. Our goal is to help create successful, lasting matches between people and dogs. This application is designed to help us learn more about your lifestyle, expectations, and what kind of dog would thrive in your home. There are no “perfect” answers. We understand that every family and every dog is different.

Adoption Match Information

Is there a specific dog you are interested in?(Required)

Yes

Which dog are you interested in?

What drew you to this dog?

Would you be open to recommendations for other dogs that may be a good match for your home and lifestyle?

Yes

Contact Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Age Requirement Confirmation:(Required)

I confirm that I am 18 years of age or older.

Household Information

Who will primarily be responsible for the dog?(Required)

Who lives in the home?(Required)

Adults, children (including ages), roommates, family members, etc.

Are there children who regularly visit or live in the home?(Required)

Yes

Please share their ages:(Required)

Does anyone in the home have allergies or sensitivities to animals?(Required)

Yes

Are you ready to bring home a dog within the next 2 weeks?(Required)

If not, please apply when you are ready to bring home a new furry friend

Yes

What type of home do you live in?(Required)

Apartment in house

Apartment/Condo in building

House

Rural Property/Farm

Other

Current & Previous Animal Experience

Do you currently have pets?(Required)

Yes

Please tell us about them:(Required)

Please include one pet per line. Click the + icon at the end of the line to add another pet.

Pet Name

Species/Breed

Age

Are they spayed/neutered?

Have you been primarily responsible for dogs before?(Required)

Primarily responsible means responsible for the physical and financial care of the dog.

Yes

I have had dogs only in my childhood home

What were they like? What did you enjoy most about them? Please provide details on what happened to them.(Required)

Please give as much detail as possible. Thank you.

Have you been primarily responsible for pets other than dogs?(Required)

Primarily responsible means responsible for the physical and financial care of the animal.

Yes

Have had other pets in my childhood home

What type of animals? What happened to them?(Required)

Have you ever had to rehome or surrender a pet?(Required)

Yes

If yes, would you feel comfortable sharing what happened?(Required)

Lifestyle & Daily Routine

What does a typical weekday look like in your household?(Required)

How long would the dog typically be alone during the day?(Required)

Where would your dog stay when home alone?(Required)

Where would your dog stay at night?(Required)

While at work are you planning on any of the following?(Required)

Hire a dog walker

Bring the dog to dog daycare

Have a neighbour or family take the dog out

Walk before and after work

I am retired

I work from home

How active is your household?(Required)

Very active

Moderately active

More relaxed/homebody lifestyle

What activities are you hoping to share with your future dog?(Required)

Please check all that apply.

Walks

Hiking

Running

Cuddling/companionship

Training/sports

Travel/adventures

Yard play

Other (please tell us below)

What other activities?(Required)

Your Expectations & Preferences

This section helps us better understand what kind of dog would fit best into your life.

What made you decide now is the right time to adopt a dog?(Required)

What qualities are most important to you in a dog?(Required)

For example: affectionate, independent, playful, calm, social, quiet, active, confident, goofy, etc.

What energy level are you hoping for?(Required)

Low energy

Moderate energy

High energy

Open to discussion

What age range are you most interested in?(Required)

What size of dog are you most comfortable with?(Required)

What behaviours or challenges would you feel comfortable working through?(Required)

Please check all that apply.

Are there any behaviours or traits that would not be a good fit for your household or lifestyle?(Required)

Please list with as much detail as possible.

Realistically, what are your expectations for the dog you hope to adopt?(Required)

For example: energy level, cuddling, training level, independence, sociability, exercise needs, behaviour in public, comfort around guests or children, etc.

What behaviours or adjustment challenges do you feel prepared for, and what would feel difficult for your household?(Required)

Dogs often need time to decompress and adjust after adoption. Are you willing to commit to giving a dog at least 3 months to settle into your home, routine, and lifestyle while continuing to provide support, patience, and guidance?(Required)

(Provided it is safe for the dog and your family to do so.)

Yes

I would like to discuss this further

What are your expectations around training and adjustment?(Required)

For example: understanding that dogs may need time to settle in, patience with training, willingness to use positive reinforcement, etc.

How would you support your dog if challenges came up after adoption?(Required)

Care & Commitment

Who will be primarily responsible for the dog’s daily care?(Required)

If your life circumstances changed (moving, schedule changes, family changes), how would you plan to continue caring for your dog?(Required)

Is there anything else you would like us to know about your home, lifestyle, or what you are hoping for in a canine companion?(Required)

Dog Adoption Questionnaire