COLLIE CLUB OF AUSTIN

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RESCUE ADOPTION APPLICATION

This is a printable form.
Prefer an on-line form click here: On-line Adoption Form

AKC Collie Breed Standard Is a Collie the Right Dog for You?

PRINTABLE FORM
Please FAX to: (512) 515-5719

(Collies weigh between 45 and 90 pounds)

NAME:____________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS:________________________________________________________________________

CITY & STATE:________________________________________________ZIP:_______________

HOME PHONE:____________________________WORK PH#:________________________E-MAIL:______________________


Occupation:________________________________________________

       Why do you want a Collie?_________________________________________________________________


Have you ever owned a Collie?  Yes  No

       Have you ever owned a dog before?__________________________________________________________

Was it spay/neutered?  Yes  No

If no, why not?________________________________________________________

       What happened to your last dog?____________________________________________________________

       Do you have any pets now?_______________________

What are they?________________________________________________________________________

Are they spay/neutered?  Yes  No

If no, why not?__________________________________________________

Name of your Veterinarian:________________________________________

Veterinary Clinic:_____________________________________________Address:__________________________________

Clinic Phone#:________________________Could you provide a letter of recommendation from your Vet?  Yes  No

       Do you have children?_________________How old is the youngest?_______________________________

Are you aware that some Collies like to try and herd small children and/or other animals?  Yes  No

       Where do you live:  House___________Apartment____________Condo___________Acreage___________

       How is your property fenced?_______________________________________________________________

Does your property have trees for shade?  Yes  No

Do you have a dog house available on your property?  Yes  No

       Do you want your Collie to live:  Primarily indoors______________Primarily outdoors_________________

Rough coated collies do not prefer/tolerate Texas heat well. Can you provide your Collie with a cool place during the heat of the day?
Yes  No  

How many hours a day will your collie spend alone?___________________________

What provisions will be made for your Collie if no one is home during the day?

Loose Inside____ In a crate___ In a fenced yard___

       Which sex do you prefer?  Male_________Female____________No Preference_______________

   Smooth Collies have short coats but the same temperament and markings as a Rough Collie.  Smooth Collies are easier to groom and keep free of fleas and ticks.  Would you consider a Smooth Collie?___________

Would you consider a Collie mix?_____________________

   What age dog would work best for you?  Under a year________Older dog__________How old is too old?________________
(We rarely have 8 week to 4 month old puppies).

   How energetic should your dog be?  Low Energy/Couch Potato__________Medium Energy/Enjoys a Daily walk/play in the yard________High Energy/Agility/herding/daily jog_________

Do you plan on taking your collie to: ____Obedience training ____Herding training ____Agility training ____Carting training____No formal training.

   How much grooming do you expect to do?  None_____A Little______Moderate____A Lot_________

   Is there anything else we should know to help match the right Collie to you?  Please use back of form.

   If your life circumstances change what would you do with your pet?____________________________

Would you mind a visit from a Collie Rescue Austin Representative?  Yes  No

Please fill out and mail to: Collie Rescue Austin, c/o Sheryl McDonald, P.O. Box 1039, Leander, TX  78646.  Phone number is (512) 515-5494.  Our fax line is (512) 515-5719.  Thanks for your interest in Collies.