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Please note, filling out an application does not guarantee an adoption.
Once you fill out the application, please call us at 417-833-2526 or come by in person to verify the status of your form.
Foster Application
Please Fill Out The Below To Apply
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Which Dog(s) Would You Like To Meet? - Up to 3
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Please give the names of no more than 5 dogs you are interested in.
In order to be considered for an adoption you must:
Have the knowledge and consent of all adults living in your household
Have a valid photo I.D. present
Please fill out the below:
Applicant's Name
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First
Last
If more than one roommate, please fill out in the notes
Name of Spouse/Roommate(s)
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First
Last
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Name of Roommate(s)
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Please list ages of people in the home
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If anyone in the household is allergic to animals, please say who and to what
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Job Title(s)
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Address
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Line 1
Line 2
City
State
Zip Code
Country
Phone Number
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Please provide all possible phone numbers to contact
Email
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May we email you animal story updates and shelter news?
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Yes
No
Type of Housing (i.e. House, Apartment, Condo, etc.)
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Do you Rent, Own, or Live With Parents?
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Rent
Own
Live With Parents
Landlord/Parent's Name
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First
Last
Phone Number
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Primary Reason For Adopting This Dog
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Companion for self
Protection
Companion for other dog
Gift
Other (please explain)
Other: Please explain here
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You plan for the dog to be:
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Indoor
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Where will the dog be when you're not home?
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How many hours a day will the dog be left alone?
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Where will the dog sleep?
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What outdoor space is available to the dog?
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Fenced Yard
Kennel
Garage
Yard - No Fence
Other (please explain)
Other: Please explain here
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Height of Fence
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Approximate Area of Yard
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How much time are you willing to spend helping this dog adjust to your home and lifestyle?
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Under what circumstances would you not keep this dog?
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What would you do if the dog was destructive? (Chewing, Barking, House Soiling, etc.)
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What do you feel is aggressive behavior?
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What would you do if this behavior occurred?
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How do you plan to house train your dog?
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Do you own a pet now?
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Yes
No
Have you had pets in the past? (If yes, please list below)
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Yes
No
Type of Animal(s)
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How & Why Obtained?
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How long kept?
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Where's it now?
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Who is/was your Veterinarian for the above animal(s)?
Name
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First
Last
Phone Number
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Please read and select "Agreed" at the bottom.
I understand that adopting an animal is a financial commitment and may incur costs associated with feeding, licensing, and providing veterinary care for the animal.
Yes, I have read and I agree
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I agree
Please read and select "Agreed" at the bottom.
I understand that a dog may live 15 years or more.
Yes, I have read and I agree
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I agree
By agreeing below, I certify that the information I have given is true and that I recognize that any misrepresentation of the facts may result in my losing the privilege of adoption a pet. I understand that an incomplete application will not be processed. I authorize investigation of all statements on this application. I understand that this application is the property of the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri and will not be returned to me.
Yes, I agree to the above statement
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Yes, I agree
After your application has been submitted, you can call us at 417-833-2526 or come to the shelter, no appointment needed. Our shelter is open from 12-6PM Monday - Saturday, and we close at 5PM on Sunday. Applications MUST be approved before meeting any animal outside of the kennels.
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