I agree to make the adopted animal part of the family. The animal will not live as an outside-only animal.
I agree not to abuse or neglect the adopted animal.
I agree to provide the adopted animal with necessary vaccinations as advised by my veterinarian. I will obtain immediate veterinary care if the animal becomes ill or injured.
I understand that PAWS cannot guarantee the health, temperament, or training of the adopted animal, and I hereby release PAWS from any claim, cause of action or liability for any injury or damage to persons or property once the animal is in my possession.
I agree to obtain all licenses required by the local government.
If the adopted animal has behavioral problems, I agree to contact PAWS, a trainer, or a behaviorist.
I agree that if PAWS determines that any of the provisions of this agreement have not been fully complied with, I will return the animal to PAWS upon demand. If I fail to return the animal, I authorize PAWS to remove the animal from my premises without process of law. I agree to waive all claims for trespass or damage.
I will not euthanize this adopted animal without speaking to PAWS unless advised to do so by my veterinarian for medical reasons.
If I cannot keep the animal I am adopting for its lifetime, I agree that I will not give it to a kill shelter.
Upon adoption, I agree to accept all financial responsibility for the adopted pet.
FULL DISCLOSURE: When you adopt a pet from us, we will disclose all we know about the animal. If an animal becomes aggressive because of lack of training or any other cause while in your possession, it is your responsibility to get proper training or rehome it yourself. PAWS will not accept the return of any aggressive animals.
FOSTER-TO-ADOPT: I agree that if this pet has not yet been spayed/neutered I will bring him/her back to PAWS or to the vet’s office once an appointment has been made. If I fail to get this animal spayed/neutered, PAWS has the right to repossess the pet. Once the pet has been spayed/neutered, the adoption will be finalized and I will receive the medical paperwork either by mail or by picking it up at the Adoption Center.