Adopt & save a life Interested in adopting? Fill out some info below and we will be in touch shortly! We can't wait to hear from you. Name * First Name Last Name Name of the dog or cat you are applying for: * When are you ready to adopt? * Right away! I need a few weeks to get ready Other Are you willing to adopt another dog/cat, if the dog/cat you are interested in adopting is already accounted for? * Yes No Maybe If yes, which one? Email * Phone (###) ### #### Address Address 1 Address 2 City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Years living at current address? * Instagram handle if you have one: * How old are you? 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident? Yes No Occupation * Name of Employer * Work Life I'm a full-time student I work 9-5 My hours vary daily I make my own schedule I work from home I'm retired I'm a full time stay at home mom/dad Other If other, please explain: If you work 9-5 or your hours vary, please give us an idea of what an average work day looks like for you & how you plan to incorporate the needs of a dog or cat into your routine. * Do you travel often? * Yes No Have you or anyone in your household ever been convicted of a felony or animal cruelty? * Yes No I acknowledge that if I am chosen to be a TSF adopter, a background check will be requested of me * Yes No Have you ever adopted a pet from a shelter or rescue? * Yes No If yes, which shelter or rescue? Are you currently fostering for any other organization(s)? If yes, please list the name(s)? Why would you like to adopt a cat or dog? * If required, do you have access to a car to bring the dog or cat to appointments like the vet? * Yes No but I have family/friends that can help me No I would require transport Would you be willing to adopt more than one dog or cat at a time (ie. a bonded pair)? * Yes No Maybe List all the people living in your home (roommates, partners, kids, parents, etc), their ages, and their experience with dogs or cats * Do all members of your household agree to adopt? * Yes No Not sure, I haven't asked Do you or anyone in your household have animal allergies or asthma? * Yes No Describe your home atmosphere * Always busy Some activity Very quiet and chill Always outside Other If other, please explain: * How long would your pet be alone daily? * A few hours or less 3-5 hours 5-8 hours 8+ hours Other If other, please explain: * If you smoke, do you do so in your home or vehicle? * Yes No Would you be willing to hire a dog walker if you required one? * Yes No Maybe Who will be responsible for feeding/training/taking care of the rescue dog or cat? * Me My partner My roommate My kids Shared responsibility Not sure yet Are you willing to supervise the dog or cat at all times with children under 12? * Yes No Do you or anyone in your household suffer from any physical or mental illnesses? Yes No If your answer was yes to the question above, please explain * Are you prepared for an adjustment period while the dog or cat gets comfortable around you and your home? (Note: adjustment meaning: barking, accidents, pulling on leash, chewing, scratching furniture, peeing outside the litter box, potential conflicts with other animals, anxiety/stressed etc) * Yes No What is a deal breaker for you with regards to adoption? * Please list all the current pets in your home, along with age, last date of vaccinations, whether they are spayed or neutered, and a small description of their personality and behaviour * Have you owned a dog(s) or cat(s) in the past that are no longer with you? * Yes No Can you let us know how you lost your previous pet(s)? (Died of old age, cancer, accident, gave away, etc.) * What is your living arrangement? * A house with no backyard A house with a backyard Apartment/Condo living Duplex/Townhouse I share a space with roommates/family Other If other, please explain: * If you have a backyard, is it fenced? * Yes No N/A Do you rent or own? * Rent but my landlord is ok with pets Own Live with family Are there any restrictions from your landlord, or condo association? * Number of pets, size or weight restrictions, breed restrictions, or none If you rent, what is your landlord's full name and phone number? * What kind of community? * City Suburb Small town Rural and/or farm community Would you be willing to let us do a walk through of your home? * Yes No Where will the dog or cat live in your home? * Inside my home Outside on the patio or yard Both Where will the dog or cat sleep during the night? * In his/her crate inside my home In the garage In a separate room Outside Curled up in bed with me On its bed Please describe what your daily/weekly activity level is * Walking, hiking, jogging, biking, etc. On average, how much exercise are you planning on giving the dog outside of your home daily? * This applies to dog applications only. Less than 20 minutes 30 minutes - 1 hour 1-2 hours 2+ hours I don't plan to exercise the dog daily The dog will mostly exercise in the backyard whenever he/she wants to Unlimited/however much is required On average, how much mental stimulation/play time are you planning on giving the cat inside of your home daily? * This applies to cat applications only. Less than 20 minutes 30 minutes - 1 hour 1-2 hours 2+ hours I don't plan to play with the cat daily The cat will mostly entertain himself/herself Unlimited/however much is required Please indicate your level of dog experience * This will be my first dog I've grown up having dogs I own a dog of my own now I consider myself a dog trainer I am applying for a cat Please indicate your level of cat experience * This will be my first cat I've grown up having cats I own a cat of my own now I consider myself a cat trainer I am applying for a dog Do you have experience with the following or willing to work through the following with your new pet to set him/her up for success? * This applies to dog applications only. Separation anxiety Leash reactivity Territorial concerns (food, toys, humans) Excessive barking Reactivity towards other dogs / people Potty training Other Do you have experience with the following or willing to work through the following with your new pet to set him/her up for success? * This applies to cat applications only. Separation anxiety Territorial concerns (marking, food, toys, humans) Excessive meowing Reactivity towards other cats / people Litter training Other For any checked boxes, can you let us know how you might work with these or have handled these quirks in the past? * What are your thoughts on declawing a cat? * This applies to cat applications only. Necessary Inhumane Neutral What are your thoughts on letting a cat roam free outdoors? * This applies to cat applications only. Cats should roam free outdoors Cats should remain indoors Cats should be allowed outdoors & indoors What would you do if there was an accident and the dog or cat was injured? * Can we keep your application on file for future dogs or cats? * Yes No How did you hear about The Simba Foundation? * Anything else you would like us to know? * Reference #1 (Full name, Relationship, contact number and email address) * Reference #2 (Full name, Relationship, contact number and email address) * Thank you for your application! We will be in touch soon.