Maryland Westie Rescue Adoption Application

Considerations to note

• Applicant understands that the rescue dog will be spayed or neutered (either by Maryland Westie Rescue or the applicant, depending upon the circumstances and age of the dog).

• Applicant understands that no form of registration (such as AKC papers) will come with the dog.

• Applicant understands that it will be the applicant’s responsibility to provide medical care, proper nutrition, shelter, and training for the rescue dog as long as it is in your care.

• Applicant understands that at no time will applicant be permitted to re-home the rescue dog with anyone else without written permission from an authorized representative of Maryland Westie Rescue.

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By submitting this electronic application, I certify that I have read the above information carefully and have filled out this application honestly. I understand that omission of information and/or failure to answer all questions and/or sign the application can result in this application being denied. Also, if an omission or untruth is discovered after an adoption takes place, I understand that Maryland Westie Rescue reserves the right to annul the adoption and reclaim the dog. Should such a situation lead to legal process, I agree I am solely responsible for all costs, including attorney fees and court costs.

I have reviewed the Maryland Westie Rescue Adoption Agreement and am willing to agree to and comply with its provisions.

I understand that prior to being approved for adoption or temporary foster care in my home, all of the above information will be verified, and by signing this, I give my permission for this verification.

I agree to a home and yard visit if it is required and also to a personal interview with a member of this rescue effort or their agent to determine the suitability of my home to care for a dog.

I further agree that if at any time, in the opinion of Maryland Westie Rescue (or an agent), that it is to the benefit of the dog’s well being to be removed from my care, I will relinquish said dog immediately and without negative indicent. Should such a situation lead to legal process, I agree I am solely responsible for all costs, including attorney fees and court costs.

Depending on the dog which I am adopting, I understand that the adoption cost is generally $350.00 and will go directly toward helping to offset medical costs associated with Maryland Westie Rescue’s services.

I fully understand and agree to assume all risks involved in the adoption of a dog(s) from Maryland Westie Rescue, Inc. I agree to hold Maryland Westie Rescue, Inc., harmless and not responsible for any injury(s) that I might sustain resulting from the adoption. This waiver includes the above understanding for myself, all of my family members and the descendants of such forever from seeking any legal action whatsoever against Maryland Westie Rescue, Inc., or its representatives.

This application will expire 6 months from the date it is submitted and a new application will need to be submitted to remain on our waiting list at that time.