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Apply to Adopt

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Step 1
Application

Download a copy of the application to complete on your own device or copy & paste the information below into an email.  

Step 2
Vet Records

Attach latest vet records for your current (or most recent) pet(s) that include vaccinations, heartworm test and proof of purchase of heartworm preventative. 

Step 3
Rental Authorization

Renting? You must provide documentation from your landlord authorizing that German Shepherds are allowed on the property.

Step 4
Email 

Email the completed application, vet records & rental authorization (if applicable) to:  gsdresq@gmail.com

 

Applications must be completed electronically.  We do not accept a hand written application, PDF or any image format.
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We do not need a full medical history and we do NOT call your veterinarian.
 
You will not be contacted for a phone interview until all of the required information has been received. Please note that priority is given to homes with previous German Shepherd experience

Copy and Paste Option

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Adult 1

  • Name:    

  • Phone - Home:   

  • Phone - Cell:   

  • Occupation:   

  • Personal e-mail address:   

  • Year of Birth:    

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Adult 2

  • Name:    

  • Phone - Home:   

  • Phone - Cell:   

  • Occupation:   

  • Personal e-mail address:   

  • Year of Birth:    

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Children

  • Ages of minor children living at or frequently visiting your home:   

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Residence

  • Home Address / City / ST / Zip:   

  • County (e.g. Collin, Dallas, Tarrant, etc): 

  • Own or Rent? 

  • If you rent, provide Landlord’s documentation stating German Shepherds are allowed at the property:

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Home Environment

  • Height & type of fencing:    

  • Will anybody be home during the day?  How many hours?    

  • Where will your dog be kept during the day & night?   

  • How much time will you spend per day with your dog?   

 

Veterinarian Who Has Seen Your Current or Former Pet(s) 

  • Name of Vet:   

  • Name of Clinic:   

  • City / State:   

  • Phone number:   

 

Personal references (not family members) 

  1. Name, phone, email:  

  2. Name, phone, email:  

 

German Shepherd Experience   

  • What is your previous German Shepherd experience?  

 

Adoption Goals

  • What are you looking for in a German Shepherd?   

  • Why do you want a German Shepherd vs another breed?  

  • Describe the age, gender, characteristics & temperament of the German Shepherd you are looking for:    

 

CURRENT Dogs & Cats - Copy & Repeat This Section For EACH PET

  • Type of Animal Name:  

  • Breed / size:  

  • # of years owned:  

  • Age:  

  • Male / Female:  

  • Spayed / Neutered:  

  • Inside / Outside:  

 

PREVIOUS Dogs & Cats (within last 10 years)​

 

Additional Information

  • Provide any additional information you would like to share about your home & family.  

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We love seeing photos of your pets, please feel free to add.  

 

By submitting this application, I hereby certify that the information on this application is true.

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Thank you for taking the time to help us find the best GSD for your home as well as the best home for each GSD.

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