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info@fatherjohns.org

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Thank you for choosing to adopt!

Our Adoption Philosophy:

At Father John’s Animal House we encourage a strong animal-human bond, seek to match our animals with adopters that will be committed to providing for their new companion for the duration of their lifetime, and understand that each animal will have specific physical, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Pet ownership is a serious responsibility that should not be taken lightly.

Please take a minute to familiarize yourself with the below information:

1.) We prioritize adopters who have made appointments with us, however we are beginning to accept walk-ins if time allows. The best way to ensure our team will be able to work with you the day you come in, is to fill out our adoption questionnaire and secure an appointment.

2.) We make no guarantee a specific animal will still be available for adoption at the time of your appointment. Please know that our mission is to send otherwise homeless animals into new homes. We will reluctantly prevent this from happening to accommodate an adopter.

3.) Click HERE for a downloadable version of our adoption contract. THIS IS NOT THE QUESTIONNAIRE - PLEASE FILL THAT OUT BELOW. We recommend familiarizing yourself with this contract prior to choosing to adopt through our organization, as this is the document you will sign at the time of adoption.

4.) We carefully screen our adoptive families so that the right animal will be matched to the right family. To make the transition easier, an introduction will be set up on the neutral territory of the shelter for any existing family dogs to meet the potential adoptee.

5.) After filling out your questionnaire, take the time to familiarize yourself with the "Rule of 3" Adjustment Time, How to Transition a New Cat/Dog into your Home, and Poisonous Plants to be Aware of.

Online Pre-Adoption Form, start your journey

Thank you for your interest in adopting from Father Johns Animal House! We look forward to working with you. Below outlines the next steps in the process to adopt your new family member.

First Name *

Last Name *

I am 18 years of age or older. *

What type of animal do you want to adopt? *

How did you find out about us? *

If you answered "other" above, please explain here:

Looking for a pet for youself or someone else? *

Which animal are you interested in?

Street Address *

Apartment Number (if applicable)

City *

State *

Zip *

Phone Number *

Please specify any preferences you may have for the following:

What breed type are you looking for?

Any size requirements when fully grown?

What length or type of hair?

What age range are you looking for?

Have you ever adopted from us before? *

Who did you adopt from us and when?

Have you had any pets in the last 12 months? *

If yes, please list their names, breeds, ages and if they are up to date on vaccines.

Would this be your first pet? *

Are all of your pets spayed/neutered/fixed?

Are your pets current on their vaccinations?

What is the name of your veterinarian?

What is your veterinarian's phone number?

When did you last have a pet?

Are you financially prepared to pay for routine vet care and emergencey medical care? *

Have you ever surrendered an animal to us? *

Who did you surrender to us, when and why? *

Do you own or rent your home? *

What is your landlords name and number?

If you are a renter you are responsible for providing a lease agreement that indicates the permission or restriction for pet ownership at your current residence in order to get approved. *

Please select your current residence type. *

If you answered "other" above, please explain here:

How long have you lived at this address?

Including yourself, how many people live in your household? *

Please list the ages & relationship of those who live in your home. *

Do children regularly visit your home? *

What are the ages of the children that visit? *

Does anyone in your household have allergies to dogs/cats? *

On average, how many hours per day will your pet be left alone?

Where will the pet be kept when alone?

In general, where will they be kept during the day?

Where will the animal sleep? *

If you answered "other" above, please explain:

Check all that apply: I want the pet for:

House pet
Companion
Gift
Protection
Working animal(i.e. hunting, barn cat,mouser)
Other

If you answered "other" above, please explain:

Would you consider declawing a kitten? *

Would you consider declawing a cat? *

If you are adopting a cat, will you be allowing them outdoors? *

If you are adopting a dog, how will you keep the animal confined on your property? *

If your newly adopted pet begins to display troubling behavior (i.e. chewing/scratching furniture, having accidents in the house/outside litter box, barking, being destructive) what would you do?

For what reason(s) would you consider returning/giving up the animal?

You understand that:

By signing below I acknowledge, agree, and represent that I am aware of and assume the many risks associated with being around animals, including but not limited to the risks of being bitten, scratched, jumped upon, knocked over, chased, tripped, infected with a disease or parasite, or otherwise injured or frightened, as well as the risks of damage to personal property.
I have read the foregoing and certify that the answers I have given are complete, true and not misleading in any way.
I understand that submitting this form does not guarantee that this animal will be available to adopt.
You are also aware that we cannot guarantee the health and temperament of the animal.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

By submitting this application, you are aware of the following conditions:

Adoptions ARE NOT done on a first come – first serve basis
We have the right to refuse any adoptions

By submitting this form, you specify that you understand the above mentioned conditions.

In addition, you authorize us to contact any persons listed on this form and to visit your home should we decide to do so.

Our Location

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50 Father John’s Lane
Lafayette, NJ 07848

info@fatherjohns.org

(973) 300-5909

Every adoption at Father John’s includes:

Neuter/Spay
Veterinary Check- Up
Microchipping with a lifetime registration included
Life long commitment and support of our pets including counseling and guidance.
Heartworm Test (Dogs) and preventative
Flea/Tick Preventive
Bordatella/DHLPP Vaccines
Personality/Temperament Assessment
Rabies Vaccine (if animal is at least 3 months old and over 3lb)
Dietary/Behavioral Counseling
Fecal Exams/De-worming
FIV/FeLV Test (Cats)
FVRCP (Cats)