• Address: Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 (map)
• Date Posted: 11/03/09
• Offered by: Shelter

Chihuahua - Medium - Adult - Male - Dog - Nico
Description
Nico was rescued from deathrow at a high-kill Animal Control facility in Rutherfordton, NC He is ~3>4yrs old, weighs 8lbs, is a purebred Chihuahua. It appears that Nico may been abused, or lived in a loud/scary environment, and requires a mom or dad who will go slow, be calm and patientwith him. He cringes when approached too quickly. However, he is learning that all 2-legged humans are not alike and can be trusted. He is not suited for a high-strung/nervous person. He is very sweet & very devoted when he learns to trust his person and his surroundings. He walks wonderfully on-leash and enjoys easy walks or daily access to a secured environment. Nico is housebroken and crate-trained for nights. Nico will be an excellent companion for someone who lives in a quiet, calm environment and enjoys having a devoted little buddy to come home to. This young man is very sweet & gentle and is in excellent health. Nico's adoption fee is $275(includes all medical and transport) Nico is in foster care in Rutherfordton, NC(transport available Oct 26th) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Howlin4Spirit Companion Animal Rescue** **Adoption Application** We realize, in a logical perspective, that we are not going to be able to broadly change the World. But, we know we can be an advocate of change. We know that we can not rescue every animal in need, but little by little, we can help one animal at a time. We know we CAN make a difference! ******************************************************************************************************************************************* Thank you, for considering adopting a rescued companion animal. We will review your application and check all your references & then will be in touch to schedule a convenient time for a home visit, to complete the adoption process for your new best friend. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- It is necessary that we find the correct furever home for every rescued companion animal in our program. Completing this questionaire will help us to determine the personality, temperament and energy level of the animal who will best suit the needs of your family, your lifestyle & your environment. An incomplete application WILL be DISCARDED! ******************************************************************************************* Date: Pet interested in: Why did you choose this particular dog: 1. Name of applicant: (a) Spouse/partner's name: 2. Address: City, State, & zip code: 3. How long at this address: 4. Telephone #s:(h) (w) (c) 5. Email address: 6. With whom are you employed: Spouse/partner's employer: 7. Applicant's occupation: Spouse/partner's occupation: 8. (a)Please, list names and ages of all persons living in your household: (b)Are you, your spouse/partner, housemate or anyone residing with you currently pregnant: (c)What is their relationship to applicant and what is their due date: (d)Will they be living with the applicant following the birth of the child: 9. What type of environment do you live in: Rural_____Suburb_____City_____ 10. What type of housing do you live in: Apt_____House_____Duplex_____Other_____ 11. Do you own or rent: (a)If you rent, do you have permission from your landlord to own a companion animal under 25lbs? over 25lbs? (b) Name and telephone# of landlord: (c) If you live at home with parents, please provide their name and contact information: 12.(a) What other dogs/cats have you previously owned and what happened to them (state their name, reason for giving up/cause of death, age & vet's contact info) at time of death, etc) : (b) What other dogs/cats currently live in your home: (please list their names, breed, sex, age, any health issues they may have & if altered): 13. Are there any other types of animals currently living in your home(if so, please describe): 14. What do you know about the breed in question: 15. Are there any specific habits or problems that you are not willing to work with? If so, please specify: 16. Do you have any preferences to the sex of the animal: M___F___No preference____ 17. How did you hear about our rescue or who referred you to us: 18. Remember, an incomplete application WILL be discarded, so please be sure to anwser all questions: (a) Do you have a fenced-in yard & is it connected to the house(i.e., entire yard , front yard only, backyard only or backyard and attached to back door, etc): (b) what is the height & dimentions of the fenced-in area: (c) Please, describe your fencing materials(chainlink, wooden stockade, vinyl rail...2, 3 or more rails...is it reinforced with wire/what kind of wire..chicken/field/hog....or upright slats, horizontal slats and how far apart are these slats/rails?...etc): (d) What type of gates(describe as you did in above question): (e) Can they be opened by children: (f) If you don't have a fenced-in yard, how will the animal be exercised and allowed to elliminate: (g) who will supervise outdoor activities: (h) Do you have(check all that apply): Pet door____Kennel run____Dog house____Stake____ Tie-out or cable-run____Crate____None____ (i) Do you have a swimming pool? If so, is it fenced-in separately from the rest of the yard? 19. What member of the family will be taking the MAJOR responsibility for the care of this animal: 20. Does anyone in your family have allergies to ANY animal: 21. Has anyone in your household had a problem with impulse control: 22. What are your plans for this animal: (a) protection/guard:______ (b)companion:______ (c)child's pet:_____(d)pet therapy:_____(e) agility/flyball:_____ (f)obedience:______(g)herding:______(h)ranch work______ (i)other(explain):__________________________________ 23. (a) Have you ever trained a dog in obedience classes? (b) Are you planning on taking your adopted dog to an obedience class? 24. Have you ever sold, given away or surrendered a pet? If so, please provide details: 25. (a) Are you willing to give this dog time to adjust to it's new environment and family members? (b) How much time are you willing to give the dog to adjust to it's new environment & family members? (c) This dog may not be housebroken. Are you willing to take the time to work with the animal? (d) Do you understand that if this dog is any kind or variation of a hound breed, you will need to have a securely fenced-in yard or promise to keep the dog on a leash at all times when outdoors?? 26. Will the animal live in the home? If not, exactly where will it live? 27. What shelter will be provided outside(doghouse/patio/decking overhang, etc): 28. Where, exactly, will the animal sleep at night and be kept when there is no one at home (crated, free roam of home, laundry/kitchen area, fenced-in yard, etc): 29. (a) On the average, how long will the animal be left alone during the day: (b) What is the activity level of your household: _____busy-visits by friends, meetings, children, parties at home _____noisy-TV, stereo, machinery, tools, kids playing _____moderate-normal comings and goings _____quiet-homebodies, few guests 30. Do you believe in dog crates? If so, for what exact purpose(s)? 31. If you should move, what will you do with your companion animal(CA)? 32. When you go on vacation, exactly where will it go and who will care for it(pls, provide name and contact info)? 33. Under what condition(s) would you consider giving up your companion animal? 34. (a)Who is the veteranarian you use(please, provide ALL info...an INcomplete app WILL be discarded): name: address: telephone #: (b) what type of heartworm prevention do you use? (c) Are you prepared to deal with special health issues if the dog needs special care later in life: (d) What do you consider the limitations to providing health care for the older dog: 35. How will your animal travel(i.e, crated, doggie seatbelt, loose in a car/van, tethered or in box in bed of truck?): 36. May we call your vet and inquire as to your previous/current pet's health care? If not, why? 37. Are you willing to allow an H4S's representative to periodically visit your home? If not, why? 38. Remember, an INcomplete application WILL be discarded. Please, list names and email addresses of 3 personal references (NOT related to you), whom you have known for at least 3 years and are familir with your pet ownership history: 1: 2: 3: 39. If you are disabled and should have any special needs please be sure to let us know; this will help us find the BEST companion for you and your needs: 40. What arrangements have you made for your companion animal(s), if you could no longer care for them? (This question is posed to you to 'plant a 'seed', because H4S finds MANY, MANY beautiful little spirits at high-kill AC facilities who were abandoned by family members who were understood would care for grandma/grandp/mom or dad's dog, but found their lives too full/busy to respect your request, in the end...this is a very important issue to cover with those who you may have to depend on to care for your pet, if you are no longer there to do so yourself) 41. Please, tell us a little about yourself and why you feel you could provide a good home for a rescued companion animal: Thank you, for your interest in adopting one of our rescued companion animals. ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Our goal in rescuing and re-homing animals is to provide them with a loving home for the rest of their life. The adoption fee covers their medical costs associated with the animal, medical and daily care during their foster period and transport. All animals adopted by our group MUST BE spayed/neutered prior to finalizing the placement. NO exceptions! Your signature below states that you understand any future medical costs are your responsibility and we have made full disclosure regarding OUR & our vet's KNOWLEDGE of the health of the animal. Sometimes, for reasons beyond anyone's control, the adoption does not work out. In this case, the animal will be returned to Howlin4Spirit CARes at the adopter's expense. Howlin4Spirit drives transports along the eastern seaboard as far north as NY state on a monthly basis, and are associated with other transporters whom will help get the animals to/from their destinations, during periods between our own regular transports. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- By signing this application: I attest to the fact that I am 18 years of age or older, and have answered all questions honestly and to the best of my ability. I understand that any misrepresentations of the facts may result in the removal of the adopted companion animal from my home. I understand that if I decide not to keep this adopted companion animal in the original agreed upon conditions, i.e., living in the home, keeping on-leash if no fenced-in yard provided, etc that Howlin4Spirit CARes, Inc. has the right to reclaim ownership of the animal. Sometimes, for reasons beyond anyone's control, the adoption does not work out. In this case, the will be returned to Howlin4Spirit CARes, Inc. If I should find a more compatable/secure adoptive family/home for this dog, I will contact H4S CARes, Inc for their approval, before the transfer of this animal into their care. I also understand that adoption contributions & deposits are not refundable, for any reason. applicant's signature: spouse/partner's signature: WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY APPLICANT! Rescue to complete information below: Date of confirmation: Confirmed by(at vet's office): Did the vetrinarian still have records? Were vaccines kept current? Was a heartworm prevention used on a monthly basis? Date of last visit? ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Howlin4Spirit CARes......h4s_cares@yahoo.com P.O. Box 711-Rftn, NC 28139.....#828-429-8398 srdogs.com=senior dog rescue ADOPT-A-PET.com=NJzip: 07926 & NCzip: 28139 petfinder.org/shelters/NC469.html & petfinder.org/shelters/NJ505.html
Characteristics
Breed: Chihuahua
Age: Adult
Size: Medium
Gender: Male
Offered by: Shelter
Petfinder ID: 14691604
additional information
Pet is house trained Pet has been spayed/neutered
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