At A Better Life Dog Rescue we believe every dog deserves to be treated as a cherished member of the family. Dogs are pack animals and suffer greatly by being chained, penned or otherwise excluded from their family, even for short periods of time. Being included inside the home is essential for a dog's emotional and physical health. It is just as cruel to starve a dog of their emotional needs as it is to starve them of food and shelter.

A Better Life Dog Rescue
Adoption Application

Please be specific with all questions, the more we know the easier it will be for us to process your application. Thank you.

1. Your name(s)

2. Your address

3. Your phone number(s)

4. Your e mail address(s)

5. Which dog(s) are you interested in adopting?

6. Please describe all the people and pets that reside in your home, including ages.

7. Who will be the primary care giver?

8. How long will the dog be alone each day?

9. How much daily exercise and socialization will the dog receive?

10. Please describe your home and yard (if applicable) in detail

11. Is there a safe fenced area for the dog? If so please describe the area in detail.

12. Where will the dog be when you leave your house?

13. Where will the dog sleep?

14, Where will the dog be when you are home?

15. Who will look after your dog when you go on holidays or business trips?

16. Do you rent or own your home? If you rent, do you have written permission from your landlord to have this dog?

17. If you rent and must move, what will you do with the dog if your new home does not allow pets?

18. Are you financially able to cover regular, and unexpected veterinary care costs in case of injury or illness? If not, what will you do if your dog gets seriously ill or injured?

19, Have you ever owned a dog before? If so, what happened to that dog?

20. Under what circumstances do you consider it acceptable to crate a dog?

21. Under what circumstances is it acceptable to leave a dog outside?

22. When do you consider it acceptable to physically punish or yell at a dog?

23. What specific foods and brands are you planning to feed your new dog?

24. What would make you return a dog to us?

25. What do you believe you and/or your family has to offer a dog?

26. Do you donate or actively volunteer for any animal rights or rescue associations?

27. Do you plan on providing any formal training/obedience classes for your dog?

28. Do you have a vet in mind for your dog?

29. Why are you interested in adopting a dog at this time?

30. Please describe your ideal dog