Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in adopting a pet from Rosewood Foundation Guyana. Please answer all questions below, the information is only for our program and it will be kept confidential.

This form must be filled out by a person over the age of 18, who is adopting the animal. Before filling out this form, you must agree to the terms below. Failure to do so will disqualify your application.

Does the head of your household consent to this adoption?

Yes

Are you prepared to take on the financial commitment of a new pet (annual vaccines, emergency veterinary care, dewormers, food etc.) and ensure that your pet(s) is current on all required vaccines?

Yes

Vaccination is important to prevent diseases and ensure the health and well-being of your pet. As such, owners must ensure that their pet(s) receives the necessary vaccines before it is one (1) year old, annual booster vaccines and be dewormed. We encourage you to check with a certified veterinarian to find out more on how you can safeguard your pet(s).

Do you understand and agree that the pet(s) must be spayed/ neutered?

Yes

In some cases, a pet may not yet meet the required age or weight for spaying/neutering prior to adoption. In such situations, the adopter must agree to bring the pet back once it is of the appropriate age to undergo the procedure. This is carried out at the expense of Rosewood Foundation Guyana unless otherwise arranged. However, as we are a non-profit organization, we greatly encourage and welcome contributions from pet parents to help offset the cost of this procedure.

Do you agree to a site visit?

Yes

The safety and well-being of our pets are always our highest priority. As part of our adoption process, we conduct a virtual home check to ensure the environment is safe and the pet will be a good fit for your home. In some cases, if necessary, we may request an in-person inspection. Please note that pets are not brought along during any home visits. If you choose not to allow an on-site inspection when required, we will be unable to proceed with your application.

You agree that this pet will not be sold, gifted, or transferred to another party under any circumstances (including but not limited to the GSPCA or animal control)

Yes

Should you become unable to care for the pet at any time, you are required to contact us so that we may assist in finding an appropriate and responsible new home.

Do you understand and agree that our team conducts periodic follow-up on your adopted pet?

Yes

Senior members of our organization will reach out from time to time to check in on your adopted pet and see how they are settling in. These follow-ups may be done virtually or, with prior notice, through an on-site visit.

By proceeding with my application, I hereby agree to the following:

To release, indemnify, and hold harmless The Rosewood Foundation Guyana Inc., its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, and assigns from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, illness, or expense that may be sustained by any person, animal, or property as a result of the adoption, ownership, or actions of the adopted animal. This includes, but is not limited to, any pre-existing conditions, behavioral issues, or subsequent illnesses the animal may develop after adoption.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

This is the email of the person who is adopting the animal.

First name

Last name

Birthday

Address

Phone

Place of employment

Where do you currently work.

Job title

What's your role/position at your place of work?

WHY would you like to adopt a pet?

Please share any information about the type of pet you are looking to adopt.

i.e personality, energy level, etc.

Do you have any concern(s) about adopting?

Name of Current Veterinarian

Veterinary Address

Veterinarian's Phone Number

HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION

Refers to the home where the adopted animal would be living.

Number of persons residing at the household (including self):

Does anyone in the household have allergies to animals or animal dander of any kind?

What property type do you live in?

House

Apartment

Do you:

Own

Rent

How long have you been at this address?

Do you have pets?

Yes

PET INFORMATION

This is the information of the pet that you wish to adopt from Rosewood Foundation Guyana.

Name of pet you want to adopt

This is the name given by Rosewood Foundation Guyana, which helps us identify them. If no name was shown on the flyer, please state 'None'

Type of pet

Cat

Dog

How did you learn about the pet being up for adoption?

Facebook

Instagram

Other (please state)

PET CARE DETAILS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Who will be responsible for looking after your pet? (feeding, walking, cleaning, etc.)

When you are away from home, who will be responsible for looking after your pet?

Do you anticipate the pet ever being kept on a chain, in a carrier, or in a kennel for extended periods?

If yes, please explain the reasons and estimated duration, as our priority is ensuring the pet has adequate freedom and comfort.

When the pet is alone, where will it be kept?

What is the earliest date you would be able to receive the adopted pet?

ADOPTER OBLIGATIONS

Our purpose is to rescue animals and give them a safe and healthy life. Treating animals in certain ways is not legal. Animal cruelty can be divided into two general categories: neglect and intentional cruelty.

Neglect - this is the failure to provide an animal with the most basic of requirements i.e. food, water, appropriate shelter and veterinary care. Neglect may be due to ignorance on the animal owner’s part and is usually handled by requiring the owner to correct the situation. If the problem is not corrected, the animal may be removed from the neglectful person by law enforcement authorities.

Intentional Cruelty - is when an individual purposely inflicts physical harm or injury on an animal. This is often more shocking than neglect and is frequently an indicator of a serious human behavioural problem.

The welfare of an animal includes its physical and mental state and we consider that good animal welfare implies both fitness and a sense of well-being. Any animal kept by man, must at least, be protected from unnecessary suffering. It is therefore essential to ensure that animals are treated according to the five freedoms as set out below:

1. Freedom from hunger and thirst

2. Freedom from pain, injury or disease

3. Freedom from fear and distress

4. Freedom from discomfort

5. Freedom to express normal behavior

Do you promise to ensure that your pet is treated in accordance with the five essential freedoms?

Yes

PROCESSING OF APPLICATION

We are all volunteers and as such it may take some time for us to review your application.

Yes

Do you understand that it may take 5-15 business days for us to process your application?

We take a photo of you with your new pet for our records, which is required. With your consent, we may also share it on social media. If you prefer not to have it posted, we respect your privacy, you can let us know during. Do you consent to this?

Yes

Once the pre-adoption inspection has been completed, we will make contact with you to arrange the next steps. There are times that we may have multiple applications for a pet. If you are not selected for a particular pet, it does not mean that we do not see you as a good adopter. In fact, you will be pre-approved using your existing application for the next available pet of your choice. Ideally, we would appreciate if adopters can arrange for their new pet to be uplifted. However, if this is not possible, we are willing to assist with the transport.

I would like to make a donation online (USD)

Due to trasnction fees, we can only allow a minimum of US$5

Is there anything additional you want us to know or consider?

By submitting this application form online, you are certifying that all information provided is true and correct and agree to advise Rosewood Foundation Guyana should any of it change. You also acknowledge that you understand that we reserve the right to exercise our discretion in the placement of all pets and that completion of this form does not guarantee that you will be able to adopt a pet fostered by the Foundation. You also accept the terms of our Privacy Policy.

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