Buddy's Info...
| Breed: | Flat-Coated Retriever/Spaniel (Unknown Type) Mix | Color: | Black - With Brown, Red, Golden, Orange Or Chestnut | Age: | Adult |
| Size: | Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) | Sex: | Male |
I am already neutered, housetrained, in need of an experienced adopter, up to date with shots, good with kids, and good with dogs.
d.o.b: Nov 7, 08:
adoption fee: $195(see application below)
Buddy is a fine young man, who is housebroken, gets along well with RESPECTFUL older children(past family's 4yo terrorized him, according to 'dad') and other dogs, so we feel that a family with young children is not a good situation for Buddy's sake.
Buddy is neutered, microchipped, on heartworm & flea/tick prevention, and current on all vax.
He was originally adopted from H4S in late 2008 by a lovely family in the Asheville, NC area. Then, Dad lost his job, lost their home and had to move away, from a house with large fenced-in yard to an apt, where he had no room to exercise or play.
To top it off, 'Dad' admitted that while he was away at work, the family's 4yo was not kind to Buddy, while under Mom's supervision. So, when Buddy growled at the toddler for the excessive abuse/teasing he was having to endure, they decided they would try medicating him. The drugs didn't help solve their problems. Apparently, Buddy didn't really need medicating(H4S took him off it and he's doing great!), it's just that the child needed more disapplining, which wasn't going to happen during those daytime hours, according to 'Dad'.
&, so, since they could not rehome the child, it was obvious that it was Buddy who had to go.
Buddy has a wonderful sense of enthusiasm & is very devoted to his people. In the a.m. he's so happy everyone is up and it's a new day, he jumps straight up in the air with pure JOY! He smiles when he's happy (which is most of the time)and he will make an excellent companion/family pet with the right family situation. A more loving companion animal, you will not find!
Homes with 'high-energy' children of any age need not apply.
Buddy would like another furkid playmate to pal around/play with, if possible, but could be quite contented with an active person or couple who goes on walks/hikes or is willing to play ball, go to beach for walks, some type of activity where he will be able to get some decent running/exercise, each day.
To apply to adopt this VERY SWEET, gentle and friendly best Buddy, please copy and paste the app below in to a new email, complete all questions(incomplete apps will be discarded), and forward to: h4s_cares@yahoo.com
His adoption fee is $195(includes all medical, microchip & transport from western NC to as far as Rocky Hill, CT on any 4th Sat/each month).
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**Howlin4Spirit Companion Animal Rescue**
**Adoption Application**
We realize, in a logical perspective, that we are not going to be able to broadly change the World.
But, we know we can be an advocate of change.
We know that we can not rescue every animal in need, but little by little, we can help one animal at a time.
We know we CAN make a difference!
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Thank you, for considering adopting a rescued companion animal.
We will review your application and check all your references & then will be in touch to schedule a convenient time for a home visit, to complete the adoption process for your new best friend.
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It is necessary that we find the correct furever home for every rescued companion animal in our program.
Completing this questionaire will help us to determine the personality, temperament and energy level of the
animal who will best suit the needs of your family, your lifestyle & your environment.
An incomplete application WILL be DISCARDED!
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Date: Pet interested in:
1. Name of applicant:
(a) Spouse/partner's name:
2. Address:
City, State, & zip code:
3. How long at this address:
4. Telephone #s:(h)
(w)
(c)
5. Email address:
6. With whom are you employed:
Spouse/partner's employer:
7. Occupation:
Spouse/partner's occupation:
8. Number of children living in this household: Their ages:
9. What type of environment do you live in: Rural_____Suburb_____City_____
10. What type of housing do you live in: Apt_____House_____Duplex_____Other_____
11. Do you own or rent:
(a)If you rent, do you have permission from your landlord to own a companion animal under 25lbs?
over 25lbs?
(b) Name and telephone# of landlord:
12.(a) What other dogs/cats have you previously owned and what happened to them
(state their name, reason for giving up or cause of death & age @ time of death, etc) :
(b) What other dogs/cats currently live in your home:(please list: names, breed, sex, age, any health issues they may have & if speutered):
13. Are there any other types of animals currently living in your home(if so, describe):
14. What do you know about the breed in question:
15. Are there any specific habits or problems that you are not willing to work with?
If so, please specify:
16. Do you have any preferences to the sex of the animal:
M___F___No preference____
17. How did you hear about our rescue or who referred you to us:
18. (a) Do you have a fenced-in yard & is it connected to the house(entire yard only , front yard only,
backyard attached to back door, etc):
(b) what is the height & dimentions of the fenced-in area:
(c) Please, describe your fencing materials(chainlink, wooden stockade, vinyl rail...2, 3 or more rails...is it reinforced with wire/what kind of wire..chicken/field/hog....or upright slats...etc):
(d) What type of gates(describe as you did in above question):
(e) Can they be opened by children:
(f) If you don't have a fenced-in yard, how will the animal be exercised and allowed to elliminate:
(g) who will supervise outdoor activities:
(h) Do you have(check all that apply):
Pet door____Kennel run____Dog house____
Stake____ Tie-out or cable-run____
Crate____None____
19. Do you have a swimming pool?
(a) Is it fenced-in separately from the rest of the yard?
20. What member of the family will be taking the MAJOR responsibility for the care of this animal:
21. Does anyone in your family have allergies to ANY animal:
22. Has anyone in your household had a problem with impulse control:
23. What are your plans for this animal:
(a) protection/guard:______ (b)companion:______
(c)child's pet:_____(d)pet therapy:_____(e) agility/flyball:_____
(f)obedience:______(g)herding:______(h)ranch work______
(i)other(explain):__________________________________
24. (a) Have you ever trained a dog in obedience classes?
(b) Are you planning on taking your adopted dog to an obedience class?
25. Have you ever sold, given away or surrendered a pet? If so, please provide details:
26. (a) Are you willing to give this dog time to adjust to it's new environment and family members?
(b) How much time are you willing to give the dog to adjust to it's new environment & family members?
(c) This dog may not be housebroken. Are you willing to take the time to work with the animal?
(d) Do you understand that if this dog is any kind or variation of a hound breed, you will need to have a securely fenced-in yard or promise ro keep the dog on a leash at all times when outdoors??
27. Will the animal live in the home?
If not, where?
28. What shelter will be provided outside(doghouse/patio/decking overhang, etc):
29. Where, exactly, will the animal sleep at night and be kept when there is no one at home
(crated, free roam of home, laundry/kitchen area, fenced-in yard, etc):
30. (a) On the average, how long will the animal be left alone during the day:
(b) What is the activity level of your household:
_____busy-visits by friends, meetings, children, parties at home
_____noisy-TV, stereo, machinery, tools, kids playing
_____moderate-normal comings and goings
_____quiet-homebodies, few guests
31. Do you believe in dog crates?
If so, for what exact purpose(s)?
32. If you move, what will you do with your companion animal(CA)?
33. When you go on vacation, where will it go and who will care for it?
34. Under what condition(s) would you consider giving up your companion animal?
35. Who is the veteranarian you use(please, provide ALL info):
name:
address:
telephone #:
(b) what type of heartworm prevention do you use?
36. How will your animal travel to the vet, or other places(i.e, crated, doggie seatbelt, loose in a car/van, tethered or in crate or in box in bed of truck?):
37. May we call your vet and inquire as to your previous/current pet's health care?
If not, why?
38. Are you willing to allow an H4S's representative to periodically visit your home? If not, why?
39. List names and email addresses of 3 personal references (NOT related to you), whom you have known for at least 3 years and are familir with your pet ownership history:
1:
2:
3:
40. If you are disabled and should have any special needs please be sure to let us know; this will help us find the BEST companion for you and your needs:
41. What arrangements have you made for your companion animal(s), if you could no longer care for them?
42. Please, tell us a little about yourself and why you feel you could provide a good home for a rescued
companion animal:
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****Our goal in rescuing and re-homing animals is to provide them with a loving home for the rest of their life. The adoption fee covers their medical costs associated with the animal, medical and daily care during their foster period and transport. All animals adopted by our group MUST BE spayed/neutered prior to finalizing the placement. NO exceptions!
Your signature below states that you understand any future medical costs are your responsibility and we have made full disclosure regarding OUR & our vet's KNOWLEDGE of the health of the animal.
Sometimes, for reasons beyond anyone's control, the adoption does not work out. In this case, the animal will be returned to Howlin4Spirit CARes at the adopter's expense. Howli4Spirit drives transports along the eastern seaboard as far as NY state on a monthly basis, and are associated with other transporters whom will help get the animals to/from their destinations, during periods between our regular own transports.
Adoption contributions are not refundable, for any reason.****
By signing this application, I attest to the fact that I am 18 years of age or older, and that the above information provided is correct:
spouse/partner's signature(if married):
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY APPLICANT!
Rescue to complete information below:
Date of confirmation:
Confirmed by(at vet's office):
Did the vetrinarian still have records?
Were vaccines kept current?
Was a heartworm prevention used on a monthly basis?
Date of last visit?
Confirmed by H4S rep?
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Howlin4Spirit CARes......h4s_cares@yahoo.com
P.O. Box 711-Rftn, NC 28139.....#828-245-8256
within the heart of every companion animal
lies the singular desire to be loved
srdogs.com=senior dog rescue
ADOPT-A-PET.com=NJzip: 07926 & NCzip: 28139
petfinder.org/shelters/NC469.html & petfinder.org/shelters/NJ505.html
Contact This Rescue Group...
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Rescue Group Info...
Howlin4Spirit Companion Animal Rescue is a 100% volunteer non-profit organization. It is with tribute to our region that we proudly say that we have rescued over 6,600 lives since the inception in Jan/2004.
We are a network of foster homes in western North Carolina.
We rescue all our dogs from high-kill Animal Control facilities in northern South Carolina and western North Carolina, as well as unwanted, neglect & abusive situations in rural areas of our region.
All our rescued dogs are completely vetted at: Rutherford Vet Hospital, Rutherforton, NC (tele#828-286-9335/Michelle Toms-Greene, DVM is H4S's special medical adviser).
(If you would like to make a donation, you may call in your credit/debit card and ask them to put a specific amt into Howlin4Spirit's acct. This way, you'll know that EVERY cent goes to the medical needs of our rescued furkids).
When the dogs are completely vetted(ALL dogs are spayed, vax'd, dewormed, microchipped, & heartworm neg...if they test positive, they are treated. H4S CARes absorbs the expense) and can easily pass the strict requirements for a health certificate to travel out of state, we place them up on this site and other pet adoption venues. All adoption applications are processed through our home office in Rutherfordton, NC but most foster parents are personally involved & must approve each adopter, as they know their foster furkid best.
Why? FOR THE ADOPTABLE HOMELESS DOGS who have the ability to go forth and share unconditional love and companionship, & who would otherwise needlessly be put to death. because no fault of their own.
If an owner releases litters of puppies to H4S CARes, we pay to get 'mama dog' spayed.
This is a non-negotiable clause in our rescue mission!
We do everything we can to help stop the pet overpopulation problem.
H4S CARes acct at: Rutherford Vet Hospital 305 Chimney Rock Rd Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-286-9335
Each rescued animal is placed in foster care in NC, PA, NJ, NY and CT.
Most of our dogs are housed in different foster homes, as mentioned above. We network their pictures and bios, as well as all information each foster home collects on each of their temporary furkids. We screen each and every applicant, having many telephone conversations to ensure that the dog is not placed in the wrong home(we want to ensure the dog's confidence in people & prevent from bouncing them from home/family to another), for that individual dog's and the adopter's needs.
We also set-up at PetsMart during their Spring and Fall adoptathon events, in Asheville, NC.
Mostly, we adopt directly to adopters, who find our rescued fosterkids via the internet, plus we transport healthy puppies taken from neglect situations in the South to 'no-kill' shelters and rescues in PA, NJ & NY who are in a better position to find homes for so many we do not have space nor time to screen homes/families for, since there is such an abundance of homeless companion animals in our region. Thankfully, the northern regionss of the eastern seaboard are able to get stricter regulations enacted into law so that the pet overpopulation problem does not exist, in that area.
ALL dogs' futures are secure, as we have placed a clause in our contract that, if the dog does not work out, the dog comes back into H4S's care.
We arrange all transport to and from all adoptive homes.
All dogs are driven to their foster families by our founder/fosterer/gofor from NC, after they are healthy and can readily pass their health certification.
Our adoption fees vary from $175 to $375(includes speuter, microchip, all vax to date, dewormings,
health certificates and transport to pre-approved adoptive families).
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Our adoption fees vary from $175 to $375(includes speuter, microchip, all vax to date, dewormings, health certificates and transport, if needed).
NO dog EVER leaves our care without being altered and receiving the above-mentioned vet care.
IF a dog tests positive for heartworms, they are treated and complete a 5 week quarantine before they can leave our care. H4S CARes absorbs all HW treatment costs and does not pass this expense onto the adopter.
Also, we ALWAYS spay the mama dogs, if an owner releases any puppies/litters to H4S CARes.
This is never negotiable!
We do everything we can to help stop the pet overpopulation problem.
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Thank you, for considering adopting a rescued companion animal.
This puppy is in foster care in Rutherfordton, NC where it is completing it's 3 week quarantine, receiving puppy boosters and dewormings, and will be speutered & micro-chipped before it will be allowed to go to it's
pre-approved furever family.
All interested adopters must be 25 yrs old age and are required to copy & paste the application below in to a new email, then complete and mail to: h4s_cares@yahoo.com, to be considered as a potential adopter.
Any delay in completing the app below may jeopardize your chances of adopting this particular pet.
AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL BE DISCARDED!!!!
Any delay in our receipt from your 3 personal reference's responses may jeopardize your chances of being approved to adopt the pup/dog of your choice. Please, be sure to ask your references to reply at their most earliest convenience, to help process the application in a timely manner.
Also, please, be sure to call your vet's office and give them permission to release your information to our H4S representative.
Upon receipt of your application, we will acknowledge your app and then send out requests to your 3 personal refereneces and contact your vet(pls, contact your vet to give permission to release your past info to H4S).
We will be back in contact as soon as all info is received & re-reviewed.
Upon approval, to hold the dog of your choice, H4S requires a $78 'good faith' deposit (via PayPal.com > our acct at: h4s_cares@yahoo.com).
The balance is due at the time of delivery, on the 4th Saturday of every month, to pre-approved adoptive families.
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**Howlin4Spirit Companion Animal Rescue**
**Adoption Application**
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We realize, in a logical perspective, that we are not going to be able to broadly change the World.
But, we know we can be an advocate of change.
We know that we can not rescue every animal in need, but little by little, we can help one animal at a time.
We know we CAN make a difference!
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Date: Pet interested in:
1 Name of applicant:
Name of applicant's spouse/partner:
2 Address:
3 How long at this address:
4 Telephone #s:(h) (w) (c)
5 Email address:
6 With whom are you employed:
Spouse/partner's employer:
7 Occupation:
Spouse/partner's occupation:
8(a) Number of children living in this household: Their names & ages:
(b) Number of adults living in this household:
Their names, ages & occupations:
(c)Is anyone living in this household either pregnant or trying to become pregnant:
9 What type of environment do you live in: Rural___Suburb___City___
10 Housing: Apt___House___Duplex___Mobile Home___Other___
11 Do you rent or own?
(a)If you rent, do you have permission from your landlord to own a companion animal
under 25lbs? over 25lbs?
(b) Name and telephone# of landlord:
12(a) What other dogs/cats have you previously owned and what happened to them
(state pet's name, age, if speutered, reason for giving up/cause of death):
(b) What other dogs/cats currently live in your home:(please list: names, breed, sex, age,
any health issues they may have & if speutered):
13 Are there any other types of animals currently living in your home(if so, describe):
14 What do you know about the breed in question(it is required that you research this breed's traits/habits)?:
15 Are there any specific habits/problems you are not willing to work with? If so, please specify:
16 Sexual preference: M___F___No preference____
17 (a) Do you have a fenced-in yard & is it connected to the house(entire yard only, front yard only, backyard
& attached to back door, etc):
(b) what is the height & dimentions of the fenced-in area(please, be specific, as this info is REQUIRED & PERTINENT
to the approval of your application):
(c) Please, describe your fencing materials(chainlink, wooden stockade, vinyl rail...2, 3 or more rails...is it reinforced
with wire/what kind of wire..chicken/field/hog....or upright slats...etc):
(d) What type of gates(describe as you did in above question):
(e) Can they be opened by children:
(f) If you don't have a fenced-in yard, how will the animal be exercised and allowed to elliminate:
18 Who will supervise outdoor activities:
19 Do you have(check all that apply):Pet door____Kennel run____Dog house____Stake____
Tie-out or cable-run____Crate____None____
20 Do you have a swimming pool? Is it fenced-in separately from the rest of the yard?
21 What member of the family will be taking the MAJOR responsibility for the care of this animal:
22 Does anyone in your family have allergies to ANY animal:
23 Has anyone in your household had a problem with impulse control:
24 What are your plans for this animal: (a) protection/guard:______ (b)companion:______
(c)child's pet:_____(d)pet therapy:_____(e) agility/flyball:_____ (f)obedience:______
(g)herding:______(h)ranch work______(i)other(explain):__________________________________
25 (a) Have you ever trained a dog in obedience classes? (b) Are you planning on taking your adopted dog to
an obedience class?
26 Have you ever sold, given away or surrendered a pet? If so, please provide details of situation:
27 (a) How much time are you willing to give the dog to adjust to it's new environment & family members?
(b) This dog may not be housebroken. Are you willing to take the time to work with the animal?
(c) Do you understand that if this dog is any kind or variation of a hound breed, you will need to have
a securely fenced-in yard or promise to keep the dog on a leash at all times whenever it is outdoors??
28 Will the animal live in the home? If not, where?
29 What type of shelter will be provided when the dog is outside(doghouse/patio/decking overhang, etc):
30 Where, exactly, will the animal sleep at night and be kept when there is no one at home
(i.e., crated, free roam of home, laundry/kitchen area, fenced-in yard, etc):
31 (a) On the average, how long will the animal be left alone during the day:
(b) What is the activity level of your household:_____busy-visits by friends, meetings, children, parties at home
_____noisy-TV, stereo, machinery, tools, kids playing
_____moderate-normal comings and goings
_____quiet-homebodies, few guests
32 Do you believe in dog crates? If so, for what exact purpose(s)?
33 If you had to move & your new landowner does not allow pets, what will you do with your companion animal(CA)?
34 When you go on vacation, will your pet accompany you or who would care for it?
35 Under what condition(s) would you consider giving up your companion animal?
36 (a)who is the veteranarian you currently use, or used for your previous animal's health issues(IF used within past 5 yrs).
animal hospital's name/vet's name:
address:
telephone #:
(b) what type of heartworm prevention do you use?
37 How will your animal travel to the vet, or other places(i.e, crated, doggie seatbelt, loose in a car/van, tethered or
in crate or in box in bed of truck?):
38 May we call your vet and inquire as to your previous/current pet's health care? If not, why?
39 Are you willing to allow an H4S's representative to periodically visit your home? If not, why?
40 List NAMES & EMAIL addresses of 3 NON-RELATED personal references, whom you have known for at least 3
years, who may be familiar with your pet ownership history:
1:
2:
3:
41 If you have a disability or special needs, please be sure to let us know, here; this will help us find the
BEST companion for you and your needs(if your disability is not disclosed to H4S, then we reserve the right to deny this adoption at ANY time; even at the time of delivery, when you will forfeit your deposit):
42 What arrangements have you made for your companion animal(s), if you could no longer care for them
(i.e., moving over seas, extended hospital stay, nursing care facility, death)?
42 &, finally, please tell us a little about yourself and why you feel you could provide a good home for a rescued companion animal:
****Our goal in rescuing and re-homing animals is to provide them with a loving home for the rest of their life.
The adoption fee covers their medical costs associated with the animal, medical and daily care during their
foster period and transport.
All animals adopted by our group MUST BE spayed/neutered prior to finalizing the placement. Most of H4S's adoptables are in foster care in Rutherford Co, NC and will be transported to your area on the 4thSaturday of each month, after age-appropriate quarantine is complete and being spay/neutered and microcchipped.
Your signature below states that you understand any future medical costs are your responsibility and we have made full disclosure regarding our & our vet's knowledge of the health of the animal.
Sometimes, for reasons beyond anyone's control, the adoption does not work out.
In this case, the animal must be returned to Howlin4Spirit CARes at the adopter's expense.
Howlin4Spirit drives transports along the eastern seaboard as far as NY state on a monthly basis.
Adoption contributions are not refundable, for any reason.
By signing this application, I attest to the fact that I am 25 years of age or older, and that the above
information provided is correct:
spouse/partner's signature(if married):
Howlin4Spirit CARes...(6,500+ adult/senior/special needs & puppies rescued since Jan, 2004)
h4s_cares@yahoo.com...P.O. Box 711-Rftn, NC 28139...#828-429-8398(pls, lv msg)
www.adoptapet.com =NJ 07926, NY 11596 & CT 06067
www.petfinder.org/shelters/NJ505.html =NJ & http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NC314.html =NC
For tax-deductable donations, please go to:
http://rutherfordcountyhumanesociety.org/Howlin4Spirit.html.
Western NC(by appt only) & transported to pre-approved adoptive homes from western NC to as far north as Rocky Hill, CT, every 4th Saturday of each month
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