Great Dane Rescue of Northern California, Inc.  

          Adoption Agreement                   

This form is to help make sure that certain criteria are met after the adoption.

1. If for any reason the dog/puppy cannot remain with you, it will be returned to   Great Dane Rescue of Northern California, Inc. immediately. Please contact us if you cannot keep the dog/puppy. If you move, you will notify  us of your new address and phone number at least two weeks prior to moving, so that we may keep in touch with you.

2. You will provide for yearly vaccines, heartworm preventative (daily or monthly), flea and tick preventive (if needed) and all other general care to keep the dog/puppy in good health. (We may ask for proof to verify that these things are being provided)

3. Contact us immediately if the dog/puppy is missing. (ran away or taken)

4. You will provide adequate food, water, and the dog/puppy will be kept as an indoor pet. You must have an adequately fenced yard or area for the Dane.

5. You will not abuse or neglect the dog/puppy. You will not tie up or chain the dog/puppy outdoors in any manner. You will not allow the dog/puppy to ride in the back of a pick up truck, unless the truck has an enclosed top.

6. The dog/puppy will be spayed or neutered.

7. You must agree to post-adoption follow-up. If any of these conditions are not being met, the dog/puppy may be taken back immediately.

8. There is an adoption fee for the dog/puppy. Your donation will help defray the costs associated with rescue,     such as: vaccinations, heartworm treatment and preventative, spay/neuter, medical expenses, food etc.

9. We do not always have a case history of the rescue and therefore we do not know every personality quirk or likes and dislikes. There is an evaluation period, but not all traits may be exhibit.

We are not responsible for any damages or injuries by the dog/puppy.

Please understand the above conditions must be met to ensure that the adopted animal does not end up back at the pound, on the street, or in another neglectful home. It is our hope to find these animals permanent, loving families.We encourage people to call if they have questions regarding any aspects of their new family member.

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By signing below, you agree to all the terms stated.

ADOPTER : _____________________________________________

DATE : __________________

DOG : _____________________ (M/F) AGE : ___________

SPAYED/NEUTERED : _________

DESCRIPTION : _______________________________________________ 

ADOPTION FEE: _____________

SIGNED: ___________________________________________________________________________________

 

was vaccinated for Rabies on ___________________ and will need to be re-vaccinated in one year.

He/she was given a _______________ shot on ___________________ and will need to be re-vaccinated in one year.

He/she was given Heartworm preventive on _________________ and needs to be repeated the ______of every month.

Other special instructions:________________________________________________________________________

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Adoption fee is NONREFUNDABLE after 72 hour period.

Adopter should take the dog/puppy to the vet of their choice, to determine any further medical conditions.  Some have preexisting conditions that we are not aware of and cannot be held responsible for, due to them being rescues.