Pet Matchmaker Adoption Application
Thank you for your interest in adopting! Please make sure you complete the application to the best of your ability, with as much information about your home as possible. This will make the application process smoother, and leaving important information and contacts blank or omitting information will void your application.

If you wish to meet our dogs, you must first be approved by going through our application and screening process.
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Please designate reason for application: *
Required
Dog of interest (1st Choice) *
Dog of interest (2nd Choice)
To ensure that you were able to find and read the dog(s) profiles on our website/Petfinder, what are 2 things you learned about the dog from reading their profile? *
Name *
First and last name
Co-applicant
First and last name
Street Address *
City *
State *
Zip Code *
Email *
Cell Phone number *
Work Phone Number
Are you willing to permit a pre-home visit and/or follow up adoption home visit (if applicable)? *
Do you have a car at your disposal? *
Where do you live? *
Own or Rent? *
If you rent, do you have the landlord's permission to have or get a dog?
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Landlord's Name and Phone Number
Required if you rent. Your application will not be reviewed if you do not provide this information.
If you have an HOA, please provide their contact information here:
Please be aware if there are breed/weight restrictions where you live.
Number of adults in household: *
Gender of Adults: *
Required
Ages of Adults: *
(over 21)
Number of children in household: *
Ages of children: *
N/A if none
If you do not have children living in your home, would your rescue dog come into regular contact with any children under the age of 8 years old? *
If yes, how often and what ages?
Do all household members know you are considering adopting a pet? *
If no, please explain:
Do all household members agree to have another pet in the household? *
Do any household members have animal allergies? *
Required
Does anyone in the household have temperament or behavioral problems? *
If yes, please explain:
Do you have a fenced yard? *
If no, what is your plan for potty breaks and exercise for your rescue dog?
Please describe the type of fence, approx. square footage of yard, and height of fence: *
Ex. chain link, wood, cinder block, etc. Please enter N/A if you do not have a fenced yard.
If you don't currently have a fence, are you willing to install one, if necessary? *
If no, please indicate why not:
Do you have a pool? *
If you have a pool, is it fenced as a separate area from the house/yard?
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Do you currently have pets? *
Dog name, age, breed, sex, altered?
(Altered means spayed/neutered, or "fixed")
Dog name, age, breed, sex, altered?
(Altered means spayed/neutered, or "fixed")
Cat name, age, breed, sex, altered?
Cat name, age, breed, sex, altered?
Bird info:
Reptile info:
Livestock info:
Other pet info:
If you have another dog or dogs, please describe their personalities and history with other dogs (how they typically interact; playful, shy, alpha, submissive, etc.). *
Be honest! This will help us find your perfect match! If you currently have no other dogs, write N/A.
How long have you owned your current pets? *
(N/A if no current pets)
If you do not currently have a dog, have you owned a dog for which you were the primary caretaker? *
If you currently have a dog, choose "yes"
If yes, what happened to the dog? *
Required
Do you have experience owning the breed you are applying for? *
If yes, what is your experience? If no, why do you think this breed would be a good fit for your lifestyle? *
Where will your rescue dog be kept during the day? *
Where will your rescue dog be kept during the night? *
Who will care for, train, and exercise the dog? *
How many hours per day will your dog(s) be alone on a regular basis (average)? (Your normal schedule, not your COVID-19 schedule). *
Without humans, not including times alone with other pets. If you plan on utilizing doggie daycare often, please note that at the end of the application.
Will your dog(s) be allowed in the house? *
Will the dog(s) be kept out of certain areas in the house? *
Will the dog(s) have free run of the house? *
Are you familiar with crate training? *
Are you willing to use a crate for your rescue dog (if suggested or necessary)? *
Will the dog(s) be kept on a runner or tied outside? *
Will the dog(s) be walked daily? *
Will the dog(s) be exercised in a fenced yard? *
Will the dog(s) be allowed to run free outside a fenced yard? *
Do you understand the state and local ordinances in your area concerning leashing? *
Are you aware that often times a dog from a shelter/rescue has not had any formal training or proper care prior to adoption and will require both? *
Will your dog(s) receive formal obedience training? *
It is strongly recommended that to build a bond with your new dog and establish the ground rules in your family that you enroll in a positive, reward-based training class after your dog has settled into your home.
Please identify the obedience trainer/facility:
If/when you move, what will you do with your dog(s) and/or other pets? *
I understand that Pet Matchmaker Rescue requires that all current pets be spayed/neutered, up to date on regular vaccinations, and seen regularly at the vet. *
If you believe you are exempt for any reason, please list the circumstance under "other" for this question.
Who is your Veterinarian? *
If you have lost your pet in the last 3 years, please provide the information for the last vet used prior to your pet's passing. N/A if you have never had a pet/vet.
Veterinarian's phone number (with area code): *
Provide past vet's information, if your pet has passed away in the last 3 years. N/A if you have never had a pet/vet.
If you haven't used this Vet for your pet's entire life, please also provide us with your previous vet's contact information:
Personal Reference #1 *
Name, phone number, and relationship (non-family member, please)
Personal Reference #2 *
Name, phone number, and relationship (non-family member, please)
Are you aware that the majority of dogs shed all year long? *
Will you regularly groom your dog or use a groomer? *
Are you aware that ROUTINE costs of maintaining a dog can be at least $500 a year? *
(food, shots, check ups, flea and heart worm prevention, etc)
Have you sold, given away, or surrendered a pet to a shelter, pound, rescue, or Humane Society? *
If yes, please provide details:
Do you understand/are you aware of the state and local ordinances concerning the number of pets per household and licensing? *
Ex. In the CITY of Bakersfield, a person can only have 3 dogs. In the COUNTY, it is more than that. Be aware of your limits and not overdo it. We will not allow you to adopt if it will cause you to exceed the limit.
Have you or any member of your family/household been cited for a leash law violation or animal abuse? *
If yes, please provide details:
Please describe what personal situations might prompt you to return an adopted dog. *
Ie. Job loss, new baby, move, allergies, behavior change in dog, etc.
What traits are you looking for in a new dog? *
The majority of our animals are located in Bakersfield, Ca. Are you willing/able to pick up the new dog within 5 days of available date and/or date of approval if you are within CA? 10 days are allowed if you are outside of California. *
By submitting this application, I understand that it is Pet Matchmaker’s policy that puppies are not allowed to be transported alone or in the cargo hold of an airplane. For out of state adopters, you must travel to California and go home together. *
By submitting this application, I am agreeing to allow a Pet Matchmaker Representative to contact my veterinarian, personal reference(s), and landlord/HOA (if applicable). *
Please provide any other information about yourself and/or your family and home that would be helpful in determining your fit for this dog(s):
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