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NORCAL Golden Retriever Rescue

Online Adoption Application
Your application will be mailed to the Area Coordinator in the Northern California county where you live.

If you choose to print the Adoption Application, please use the printable form which is formatted in a manner suitable for printing.

Please do not fill out this application unless you live in Northern California. Please go to the Adopt page and find the rescue group near your home. Also see the NGRR Area and Cities Table to determine which NGRR area you are in

Please list husband and wife names, if applicable -- for example, "Sam and Suzie".
First Name
Last Name
Title
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Area  Northern California only.
Please visit the Golden Retriever Club of America - National Rescue Committee for rescue groups outside Northern California.
Home Phone
Work Phone
E-Mail
Occupation
 
Other adults in household
[list full name and occupation for each]:
How did you hear about us?
Number and ages of children
Pets in household (list age, sex and breed for each)
Why do you want to adopt a Golden Retriever?
Describe the dog you are looking for (age, sex, color, other):
Will you consider a senior dog (age 8 and over), or a pair of dogs?
Describe any prior experience you have with owning dogs?
Have you ever had to give up a dog? Why?
Who will feed, exercise and train the dog?
Will you take the dog to training classes?
Where will the dog sleep at night?
How many hours will the dog be alone each day?
Where will it spend this time?
Who will take care of the dog in your absence (vacations, emergencies)?
Name and address of the veterinary clinic who knows you?
May we use them as a reference? Phone number?
Do you live in an apartment, condo, single family house, acreage, other
Do you own or rent your home? How long at this address?
If you rent, do you have the permission of your landlord to own a large dog?
Please provide the landlord's name, address and phone number.
Describe your yard and fence.
(Pool? Fenced or unfenced?)
Will you allow a home visit by a Rescue representative before and after you adopt?
Does anyone in your home have allergies?
How long to you plan to keep the dog?
Is your whole household supportive of this adoption?
Comments and Questions
Application Form Revision Number

By submitting this form, I agree to the following
Application Agreements

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