Adoption Application

Adopt a Forever Friend from Tri-Lakes Humane Society

Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in adopting. Please fill out the form below.

*(fields marked with an asterisk are mandatory)

First name*

Last name*

Email address*

Phone number*

Street Address*

Town/City*

State*

Zip / Postal Code*

Place of Employment / Job Title*

Are you a military veteran?*

Driver's License State and Number*

Birthday*

Month

Day

Year

What animal are you interested in adopting? *

Type of Animal*

Please choose why you wish to adopt this pet and the relationship you want*

Companion

Protection/Guarding

Hunting

Barn Cat

Rodent Control

Gift

Other

If adopted, where will you primarily keep them?*

Please list all the pets you currently have, or have owned in the last 5 years. Please include the pet's name, pet type (dog/cat), sex, spayed/neutered, age and breed.*

Do you own or rent the home the pet will live in?*

If you rent, please provide landlord name and phone number

Is there any further information you wish to providein regards to adopting from TLHS, please provide it here*

How did you hear about us?*

Please read and acknowledge your understanding of the adoption agreement and of the following nine statements with your signature and date where noted.

It may take a few days, weeks, or months for a new pet to adapt to his/her new environment.
I will provide my pet with proper food, fresh water, weatherproof and clean shelter, and humane treatment.
I will keep my pet on my property and within my control at all times.
I will bring my pet to the veterinarian for recommended exams, vaccinations, etc.
The adoption of my pet is undertaken at my own risk and the destruction of any personal or private property is my responsibility
The TLHS has the right to investigate my home by phone call or home visit.
The health and disposition of my pet has been described to me based on information given to the TLHS by former owners and/or the observance of the TLHS staff.
If I am no longer able to keep this pet, I agree to return it to the TLHS or consult with TLHS on finding a suitable home.
Puppies/dogs need to have a current license, as required by New York State Law

In the event the terms of this adoption contract are not met, or should any misrepresentations, oral or written, have been made to the TLHS, or should any events arise at any time that cause the TLHS cause for concern for the well-being of the animal, the TLHS may reclaim the adopted pet and seek restitution or legal remedies for such actions. By signing this application and contract, you are stating that the information you provided is true and that you understand and agree to the contract's terms. You also understand that giving false information is grounds for denial. You understand that the TLHS reserves the right to refuse or deny any application. The TLHS reserves the right to have the TLHS Adoption Committee review and vote on this application.

Release

I authorize the staff or board of the TLHS to contact landlords, veterinarians, employers, and/or references in order to investigate statements in this application. The TLHS reserves the right to have its employees and board members conduct follow-up telephone calls and property checks to ensure the happiness, safety and well being of the adoptive pet. I agree to relinquish ownership of my adopted animal to the TLHS if found, at anytime, that I am in any way acting against this legal contract.

I agree to release any and all of my past and present veterinary records to the TLHS.

I swear that neither I, nor anyone living with me, has been convicted of a charge related to cruelty to OR neglect of animals, and that no such charge against me is currently pending

I have read and agree to the terms of the adoption agreement and record release

Signature*

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Volunteer Application

Thank you for your interest in volunteering. Please fill out the form below.

First name*

Last name*

Email address*

Phone number*

Birthday*

Month

Day

Year

Do you have volunteer experience?*

If you answered yes above, please tell us a little bit about your volunteer experience.

Which days are you available?*

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thurs

Fri

Sat

Sun

How often are you interested in volunteering?*

What is your schedule preference?*

Morning (9-11 AM)

Early Afternoon (11AM-1PM)

Later Afternoon (1-3pm)

NIght Time (3-5pm)

Open Availability

What tasks are you willing to perform? Please check all that apply and be aware that some tasks are only performed at certain times of day.*

Cleaning Cages / Kennels

Socializing Dogs

Socializing Cats

Dog Walking

Maintenance

Cleaning

Special Events / Fund Raisers

Office Work

Why do you want to volunteer at Tri-Lakes Humane Society?*

What are your expectations of your volunteer experience?*

Briefly describe your history of pet ownership and/or any previous experience working with animals.*

Describe any skills, training or intrerests that might be of use to the Tri-Lakes Humane Society

Do you have any allergies, special needs, disabilities or restrictions that we should know about or that might require accommodations (peanut allergy, heart condition, use an aid/helper, back injury, etc.)? *

You are required to complete state mandated training within 60 days of your start date. Are you willing to do online training to volunteer here? (also please note, you can complete the training anytime, even prior to your application process is complete. *

Yes

How did you hear about us?*

Is there any further information you wish to provide?

Please note that we appreciate that our volunteers have lives outside the shelter and strive to accommodate scheduling conflicts, which is why we also welcome on call volunteers who fill in for regular volunteers.

Volunteer Agreement

I understand that my time spent at the Tri-Lakes Humane Society is performed on a purely voluntary basis. I agree that my interactions with the animals will be performed with the utmost kindness and respect. At the same time, I understand these animals may exhibit unforeseen and unpredictable behaviors, such as growling, scratching, biting, etc. Should such behaviors present themselves, or should I enter into a situation where I am in need of assistance (involving an animal or otherwise), I understand that I must inform the shelter manager or other shelter employee as soon as possible. I also waive and release the Tri-Lakes Humane Society and its officers, directors, employees and volunteers from and against any and all claims I have or may have arising out of injury that I incur or may incur out of or in any way related to my volunteering at the facility.

I have read and agree to follow the Volunteer Agreement

Signature*

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