Crossroads Dogs

The adoption process begins by submitting an application (located below). We will respond within 24 - 48 hours. Once approved, we will set up a time for you to meet the dog or puppy for which you are applying and talk more about adoption.

Our adoption fee for puppies up to a year old is $200, which covers vet visits, dewormer, age appropriate shots, spay/neuter and microchip. If puppies are unable to be spay/neutered prior to adoption, the adoption fee is $125 PLUS a $60 spay/neuter deposit that will be returned to you upon vet documentation that the sterilization was completed. The additional $15 discount goes towards a microchip which is typically done during the sterilization surgery.

The mother of a litter of puppies will be fully vetted prior to adoption. Her adoption fee is $150.

Adult (1-5 years) dogs' adoption fee is $150-200 depending on veterinary care necessary to get them as healthy as possible prior to adoption. They will be heartworm tested, given all vaccinations, microchipped and spay/neutered.

Senior (over 5 years) dogs' adoption fees are $125.

At any point, a dog's adoption fee may be lowered due to being SPONSORED!

If you would like more information on why we charge what we do for adoption fees, please read this blog post:

"Why does it cost so much?"

Dog Adoption Application

Applications will be reviewed within 24-48 hours.

Name and address of adopter(s):

Email address:

Phone number to best contact you:

Dog for which you are applying:

How did you learn about Crossroads Dog Rescue?

Why do you want to adopt a dog/puppy?

What are the most important responsibilities in having a dog?

Have you submitted an application for a dog with another organization at this time?

Yes
No

Have you ever had an application denied with a shelter or rescue organization?

Are you willing to potty train a dog/puppy? Do you understand that a change in environment may cause a dog to have accidents?

What method of potty training do you plan to use?

If behavioral issues arise, what steps will you take to handle them? (Example: Accidents, chewing, or hyperactivity)

What issues might cause you to return an animal?

How many people are in your household? Please include ages of children.

Who will be primarily responsible for feeding and exercising the dog?

Who will take care of the dog in the absence of the primary caretaker?

How long have you been considering a dog? What steps have you taken to prepare for a new dog - read books, internet, etc?

Will you take the dog to obedience training?

Will you be willing to obtain an open-wired crate if recommended?

What pets have you previously owned?

What pets due you currently own?

dog(s)
cats(s)
bird(s)
Other

Please describe your current pets: spay/neutered? Indoor/outdoor? How did you acquire the pet?

Have you considered the extra expenses of owning a dog (vaccinations, heartguard, flea/tick, emergencies)?

If you currently have a vet for current or previous animals, please provide name and phone number.

What kind of home do you live in?

Own our home
Rental home/townhome/apartment

If you rent, please provide contact information of the owner (Name, phone number).

Do you have a fenced yard or plan to install one soon? (This is NOT required for all dogs, but may be for some.)

What is your understanding of the exersice and mental needs of the dog you are applying for? How will you meet these needs?

How long during the day will the dog be left unattended?

Where will the dog be kept when no one is home?

Where will the dog be kept when you ARE home?

How often do you travel?

What plans will you make for the dog when you travel?

If you move, what will you do with the dog?

If you currently do not have children, but plan to someday, what will happen with the dog when a baby arrives?

Are you or a family member in the military? What will you do with the dog if transferred?

Are you aware that Crossroads requires all dogs in the home to be spay/neutered?

Yes
No
Will have it done and provide proof prior to adoption

Are you familiar with all animal control laws in your area, including licensing?

Yes
No

Have all adult family members agreed on the adoption of a dog?

I have read the above information carefully and have filled out this application honestly. I understand that omission of information and/or failure to answer all questions and sign the application can result in this application being declined. Also, if an omission or untruth is discovered after an adoption takes place, I understand that Crossroads Dog Rescue reserves the right to annul the adoption and reclaim the animal. I give the Rescue permission to fully investigate the information provided as well as contact veterinarians and related officials.

In addition, I understand the adoption decision is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to the compatibility of the family and home to the individual animal, and other applications received on this animal. I understand it is the Crossroads' prerogative to decide which home is most appropriate and that their decision is final, and therefore I will not argue with the decision. Unless otherwise indicated by Crossroads Dog Rescue, I am free to apply and undergo the application process in the future.

By typing my name here, I submit that all information is correct to the best of my ability.