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Pet Adoption Agreement Template

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Pet Adoption Agreement

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Prepared for:

​[Adopter.FirstName] [Adopter.LastName]
​[Adopter.Company] ​

Created by:

​[Owner.FirstName] [Owner.LastName]
​[Owner.Company] ​ Use this template — free
 Putting these disclaimers at the top of the document can ensure the person
reading the Agreement sees the most important critical first. By law, the Owner
has the right to deny handing over property before approval.

Note: [Owner.FirstName] ​[Owner.LastName] has the right to accept or deny any agreement, also
known as “Agreement,” prior to approval if the applicant is deemed unfit to home a pet.

Note: All current pets in a household must be spayed/neutered and up-to-date on vaccines before
any adoption will be considered for approval.

This Agreement is executed by and between the following.

Name of Adopter: [Adopter.FirstName] Name of Owner: [Owner.FirstName] ​

[Adopter.LastName] [Owner.LastName]

Email: [Adopter.Email] ​ Email: [Owner.Email]

Phone Number: [Adopter.Phone] ​ Phone Number: [Owner.Phone] ​

Address: [Adopter.StreetAddress] , Address: [Owner.StreetAddress] , [Owner.City] ,

[Adopter.City] , [Adopter.State] ​ [Owner.State] ​[Owner.PostalCode] ​
[Adopter.PostalCode] ​

If the Owner is an organization, like SPCA, replace “Owner” with “Organization.

Adopted animal description

Name: [Pet.FirstName] ​

Species:(Species)

Breed:(Breed)

Age: (Age)

Gender:(Male/Female)

Fixed:(Yes/No)

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Distinguishing Marks:(A mark that sets the pet apart from others)
Date of Birth:

General disclaimers
I, [Adopter.FirstName] [Adopter.LastName] , hereafter referred to as “Adopter,” agree that the
above-described animal is being adopted solely as a pet, either for myself or my immediate family
members. I agree that I will not give away, sell, or dispose of said pet, hereafter referred to as
“ [Pet.FirstName] ,” to any auction, retailer, dealer, or person for any reason.

If, for any reason, the I can no longer look after [Pet.FirstName] , either willingly or unwillingly, I
agree to contact [Owner.FirstName] [Owner.LastName] , hereafter referred to as “Owner,” first to
give them the option to reclaim the pet at no extra charge to myself.

I agree to care for [Pet.FirstName] in a responsible and humane manner, meaning I will provide
clean and adequate shelter, consistent veterinary care, access to water, and healthy food. I agree
that [Pet.FirstName] will reside in my home and not roam freely without supervision.

I agree to put a collar and/or harness on [Pet.FirstName] when they are outside of their dwellings.
If the breed of animal I’m adopting must be given daily walks or exercise outside of their dwellings,
a collar and/or harness shall be placed on the pet at all times.

The section above primarily pertains to dogs, but if your cat, rabbit, or any other
pet likes to escape through the door, it’s your duty as a responsible pet owner to
give them a collar.

I agree to pay the adoption fee of $(15 USD) and hereby agree to the Terms & Condition section
pertaining to the non-refundable trial period of (number) days.

I agree with the entire Terms & Condition section written below and the notes written at the top of
this Agreement.

I agree and understand that the Owner makes no warranties or representations, expressed or
implied, about [Pet.FirstName] temperament. Therefore, the Owner is absolved of liability for any
and all future injuries or damages caused by [Pet.FirstName] .

I also agree and understand that the Owner offers no guarantee, expressed or implied, the
suitability of [Pet.FirstName] to the Adopter and the Adopter’s family.

Medical information
The following information includes [Pet.FirstName] up-to-date medical records. The results below
should be “Negative” to protect the health and safety of other animals.
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 Procedure/Inoculation Date Results

Heartwork check ​ Positive or Negative

Rabies ​ Positive or Negative

DHPP ​ Positive or Negative

Corona ​ Positive or Negative

Other Procedure/Inoculation ​ Positive or Negative

Other Procedure/Inoculation ​ Positive or Negative

Other conditions [Pet.FirstName] has or any additional medical information the Adopter should
know about will be outlined below:

(Insert information about pre-existing health conditions or current illnesses the pet has, but can be
treated for, either by the Adopter or by the adoption agency/breeder)

If the Owner is aware of pre-existing medical conditions present in the pet, they
have to disclose them by law. Owners who have a record on file that the pet is
currently ill or experiencing a prolonged sickness could be sued or charged by
the Adopter.

Owners that choose not to get their pets checked before adoption aren’t off the
hook. If the Adopter takes the pet to the vet within 7 days, the Adopter may be
able to receive a full refund for the pet and/or the pet’s medical expenses for the
vet visit and treatment.

Terms and conditions

I do hereby confirm to the following terms and conditions and undertake that:

1. I am over eighteen (18) years of age and can legally adopt in my state.

2. I will not part with the possession of [Pet.FirstName] , except to return them to the Owner. If I do
give up [Pet.FirstName] for any reason and do not tell the Owner prior, I will be liable for all costs,
including legal costs, that incur from recovering [Pet.FirstName] .

3. I will give [Pet.FirstName] a chance to adjust to their new home. If [Pet.FirstName] ends up not
being a good fit, they can return them and receive a refund within (number) days

4. I will feed and house [Pet.FirstName] to the Owners satisfaction. If it is found that they have not
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done so, the Owner can claim back possession of [Pet.FirstName] .
5. I will never cage or chain [Pet.FirstName] . If [Pet.FirstName] is found to be caged or chained,
either inside or outside the home, they will be removed from my care.

6. I can afford the services of a veterinary practitioner in my state.

7. I agree to purchase pet insurance for [Pet.FirstName] and will renew the insurance terms
regularly. I will not, at any point, take them off pet insurance unless the cost of said insurance
exceeds the amount being paid for care (in regards to pre-existing conditions)

8. I agree to keep [Pet.FirstName] vaccinations up to date. If an injury occurs, I will take

[Pet.FirstName] to a veterinarian to seek treatment. I will not deny treatment unless the treatment
has a low success rate (less than 10%) or would prolong the life of a terminally ill, suffering pet, or
they have reached the age where significant improvement is unlikely.

9. I understand that in the event of an illness (not injury) occurring within the first seven (7) days of
adoption, I may bring the animal to the Owner to be attended to by its veterinarian or taken to a
veterinarian with no charge – to myself.

10. I will ensure that [Pet.FirstName] is stipulated and sterilized by the Owner or by a veterinarian if
the Owner does not have the training to do so.

11. I will purchase [Pet.FirstName] an identification tag strapped to a collar and identification tag, or
an elasticized collar if [Pet.FirstName] is a cat or another small animal.

12. My property is enclosed and won’t be able to be opened by [Pet.FirstName] . At no time will I
knowingly allow [Pet.FirstName] to roam the streets without supervision.

13. I will tell the Owner within twenty-four (24) hours if [Pet.FirstName] dies or goes missing.

14. I understand, know, and acknowledge the "By-Laws Pertaining to Dogs" of the municipality in
which I reside. Should I move, I agree to research said state’s by-laws.

15. I will permit the Owner or an authorized officer dispatched by the Owner to visit my dwellings, to
be assured that [Pet.FirstName] is being treated in accordance with this Agreement, and I will allow
the Owner to take back [Pet.FirstName] , if, in the Owner's opinion, the terms of this Agreement are
not being reasonably adhered to.

16. I will not use or allow [Pet.FirstName] to be used as an attack animal, watch animal, or
protection animal on any commercial or industrial premises.

17. I will notify the Owner if I change my address in writing by (delivery method: email, registered
post, in-person) within forty-eight (48) hours.

I certify and agree that all statements outlined in this Agreement are correct and true. I agree that
the Owner has the right to confiscate [Pet.FirstName] if the statements I’ve made are falsified, or
the check amount for my adoption fees bounces or returns.

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Signature Signature

MM / DD / YYYY MM / DD / YYYY

​[Adopter.FirstName] [Adopter.LastName] ​ ​[Owner.FirstName] [Owner.LastName] ​

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