Pet Adoption Form
1. Hereinafter referred to as the dog/cat, is being transferred to the adopting owner with the understanding that the adopter is taking possession of the dog/cat to accept full responsibility for the said animal’s actions.2. The dog/cat will be treated with loving care and affection. I will do my best to ensure the dog/ cat’s safety and well-being.3. The dog/cat will live inside my home and will not be isolated from the family. I will walk my dog on a leash or exercise my dog in a fenced yard, which must be provided unless waived by MOH. I will never let my dog/cat run loose or roam, keep my dog chained in violation of the State of Texas tethering laws.4. I will take the dog/cat to a licensed veterinarian when shots are due but in no event later than one year from the last vet visit. I will provide all required and/or needed veterinary care, including: rabies shots as required every one or three years; yearly booster shots for DHLPPC; yearly fecal checks for internal parasites (worms); and prompt treatment by a licensed veterinarian for any illness or injury.5. The dog will be given heart worm preventative tablets every month, all year long. I will have a heart worm test given every year. If there is any break in dispensing heart worm tablets, I must retest for heart worm and restart tablets immediately.6. I/we affirm that no member of my household has been convicted of an animal welfare law violation such as neglect, cruelty, abandonment etc.7. I will ensure proper licensing of the dog and will attach the appropriate license tags, rabies tag and personal identification tag to a non-choke collar to be worn at all times. I will ensure compliance with all applicable local and state statutes.8. I will not use a choke-type collar at any time, except for training under the guidance of a qualified dog trainer.9. MOH agrees to accept the dog/cat back into our facility at no cost as long asthree (03) months has not elapsed since the adoption date. If three (03) months has elapsed, a surrender fee will be charged to accept the animal back into our facility. I must notify MOH of any behavioral problems that have occurred at any time.10. I agree to accept responsibility and ownership of the dog/cat at my own risk and I release MOH and its agents from any and all liability arising out of possession and ownership of my dog/cat. I agree that I am assuming total financial responsibility for my pet as of the date of this contract. MOH and its agents will not be held responsible for any damages or expenses (veterinary or other) incurred during my ownership of the dog/cat.11. This dog/cat’s known background and medical history have been discussed with me. I understand that MOH has made no representation concerning the health, condition, training, behavior, or temperament of the dog/cat.12. I agree to permit MOH to make inquiry about and enforce any of the above conditions and requirements at any time after adoption. This can include visits to my home and contact with my veterinarian. I UNDERSTAND THAT FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE ABOVE PROVISIONS WILL RESULT IN FORFEITURE OF THE DOG/CAT TO MOH.13. I understand that by voluntarily submitting this agreement, I am entering into a legal and binding contract with Miles of Hope.
A nonprofit pet adoption and pet rescue, Miles of Hope is dedicated to preserving the happiness and sanctity of animals. Committing ourselves and resources to finding forever homes for the pets that come our way, we connect loving people with loving pets.