Matching responsible pet guardians with Snow Capped Shepherd Rescue's dogs is our primary goal. We carefully interview potential adopters because we want to make sure the right match is made. We work hard to fit your adoption criteria with the pets we have up for adoption. We want the adoption to be successful for both you and the dog. Too often pets end up in shelters because they were never a good match for their homes in the first place. 

Adoption Process 

1. Start by completing an application. Instructions on how to submit an application follow.  Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee that a dog will be placed with you. 
2. Once you submit your application, you will be contacted by a Snow Capped Shepherd Rescue volunteer by phone or email for an interview within 24-48 hours. If through the interview process, it is determined that the dog is a good match, the volunteer will set up a time for you to meet the dog at a neutral, dog friendly location. 
3. After you meet the dog and it is determined that the dog is still a good match, a home visit will be scheduled so that you can interact with the dog in your home setting, with the entire family and existing pets. A home visit is a mandatory part of the adoption process, no exceptions. 
4. If you approved to adopt, a volunteer will provide you with information on what steps you must take prior to adoption (supplies, fence repairs, etc.) and make arrangements for your new best friend to join your family.  The adoption fee is $150.00.

Please complete the application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will delay processing. By submitting the application, you understand that Snow Capped Shepherd Rescue, LLC reserves the right to deny an adoption to anyone who does not meet the adoption criteria established by the organization. By submitting the application you give permission to Snow Capped Shepherd Rescue, LLC to verify all application information. 

Please take time to carefully read and complete the following questions. These questions are designed to assist with placing our dogs in the correct environment for their personality and needs. It is our intention to adopt dogs to those who will consider them an important part of their family.

Please copy the following to a Microsoft Word document, fill out the application with as much detail as possible, then save and email as an attachment to WGSRescue@hotmail.com. You can also copy the questions to the body of your email, fill in the answers, and email to us. 

- ADOPTION AND FOSTER APPLICATION -

Date: _______________
Name: ___________________________________
DOB: _______________
Driver’s License #: _________________________
Address: ____________________________________
City: ______________
Zip: __________
Length of Residency at Above Address: ____________________
Home Phone: _______________
Email Address: ________________________________________________
Employer: _______________________________________
Job Title: ______________________
Work Phone:  ________________ 

1.  I am looking to: [Adopt, Foster]
2.  I am interested in: [List a specific dog or indicate ‘undecided’]
3.  If undecided: are you looking for: [Puppy, Dog, Either]
4.  Would you prefer a: [Female, Male, Either]
5.  Is this pet for a gift? [Yes, No] If yes, list name of recipient and their age
6.  Reason for wanting a pet (list as many as apply): [Watchdog, Child’s Pet, Companion, Breeding, Family Pet, Hunting, Companion for other pet, Other]
7.  Would this pet be: [Inside, Outside, Inside/Outside]
8.  If outdoors, what type of shelter would you provide? [Describe]
9.  Where would this animal sleep? [Describe]
10.  Where will you keep your pet while gone? [Describe]
11. Number of members in household: [List]
12.  Name(s) and date(s) of birth if other adult(s) in household (if applicable): [List]
13.  Ages of children in household (please include even if only occasionally in residence: [List]
14.  Have you or any member of your household been convicted of a crime against animals? [Yes, No]
15. Other pets (please list type, how many, ages and where housed): [List]
16. Have you had pets in the past (other than listed above)? [Yes, No] If yes, where are they now? [Describe]
17. Name and phone number of Veterinarian: [List]
18. Will you spay or neuter this pet? [Yes, No]
19. If this pet becomes ill or injured, are you able and willing to spend $500 or more for veterinary care: [Yes, No]
20. Do you or anyone in your household have allergies or asthma? [Yes, No] If yes, please explain:
21. Which of the following best describes your home? [House, Apartment , Condo, Farm, Mobile, Dorm]
22. Do you? [Own, Rent] If you rent, does your landlord allow pets? [Yes, No]
23.  Do you have a fenced yard?  [Yes, No] 
24.  How do you plan to exercise a new dog?  [Describe]
25. Name, address and phone number of two references [List]