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SWAT Adoption (and Foster) Application Form

For people interested in adopting or fostering an Airedale in Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah If you have problems with the on-line application, or prefer not to fill it out, Click here for a printable version of the application.

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Applicant Name*
First Last
Applicant Primary Residence Street Address*
Street Address City State ZIP Code

We require your physical address for home visit purposes. If you use a post office box for mail, you may enter it below.
Applicant Age*
Applicant Mobile Phone
Does applicant mobile phone accept text?
- Yes
- No
- No mobile phone
Applicant Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email

Carefully check the email address you enter. A valid email address is required.
Applicant Employment Status*
Enter name and address of employer, or self-employed, or unemployed, or retired, or student, or I'm so wealthy I don't need to work (or other appropriate description of your work status)
Primary Telephone number*
Home phone (or applicant cell phone)
Does primary phone accept text?
- Yes
- No
- Not a mobile phone
Spouse/Significant Other Name
Name of spouse or significant other, if any
Spouse/Significant Other Mobile Phone
Does spouse/significant other mobile phone accept text?
- Yes
- No
- No mobile phone
Spouse / Significant Other Email
Enter Email Confirm Email
Spouse / Significant Other Age
Spouse / Significant Other Employment Status
Mailing Address (if different from physical address)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Are you willing to have a rescue volunteer visit your residence by appointment both before and after adoption?*
- Yes

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Any other people living in the household?*
- Yes
- No
Do you have other household members - children, grandchildren, parents, tenants
Names and Ages of other Humans who live with you full or part time
Please fill in the names and ages of other members of your household
Do you have frequent visitors?*
- Yes
- No
Please list family members and friends who visit regularly, but do not live with you, along with their ages.
Do you plan to add to your family in the next five years?*
- Yes
- No
Do you currently own any dogs?*
- Yes
- No
Breed, size, age, male or female, intact or neutered, how s/he gets along with other dogs, any medical conditions
Please include anything that might affect a new dog.
Do you own any indoor pets other than dogs?*
- Yes
- No
Describe other current indoor pets*
Please set out kind, age, male or female, intact or neutered, health conditions .. any other information you think might be pertinent to a successful placement
Are you aware that some Airedales will kill cats and will never be able to live with a cat?*
- Yes
- No
How often do dogs visit your home?*
- Daily
- Several times a week
- A day or two a month
- Infrequently
- Never
Do you have any outdoor animals?*
- Yes
- No
Describe your outdoor animals
Are your outdoor animals contained?
- Yes, contained
- No, Airedale will have direct access
or would the Airedale have direct interaction with them?
Does anyone in your household have allergies to animals?*
- Yes
- No
Describe allergies

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Why do you want an Airedale Terrier?*
Why are you interested in adopting a RESCUED Airedale?*
Do all family members want an Airedale Terrier?*
- Yes
- No
If No, explain who does not and why
Describe your family's typical day and how your dog(s) fit into that day.*
(or how you anticipate your new dog fitting in if you don't currently have a dog)
Is this your first Airedale?*
- Yes - First Airedale
- No - Currently own an Airedale
- No - Have previously owned an Airedale
What do you know about Airedales? Include titles of books read and describe other sources of information.
Are you aware of Airedale grooming needs and expenses?*
- Yes
- No
In addition to regular brushing, Airedales need to have their hair cut and toe nails trimmed about every six weeks at an expense of $65 or more.
Do you realize that Airedales are infamous for the water and mud they carry in their beards?*
- Yes
- No
Describe your previous Airedale(s) and how long ago you owned one.
Would this be your first dog as an adult?*
- Yes
- No
Describe other dogs you have owned and how long ago you owned them
Breed (or best guess), size, how long ago owned.
Have any of the dogs you have owned as an adult had behavior problems? If so, please describe how you handled the issues. If you have not owned a dog as an adult, please state that. If none of the dogs you have owned as an adult have had any behavior problems, please state that.
Examples would be shy or skittish, reactive towards other dogs when walked on leash, aggression towards animals or people, counter surfing, barking too much, attacking the door when people ring the bell, difficulty house breaking, separation anxiety, fear of loud noises, chewing unauthorized items.
Describe the kind of temperament you are looking for in a dog.*
(i.e., Energetic, always on the go, Loves to walk, run or hike, Sweet and cuddly, Calm, Independent, Patient and tolerant of kids, Couch potato 80% of the time, Protector of the house, barks loud, A challenge: needs constant watching or will find things to get into)
Which gender do you prefer?*
- Male
- Female
- Either
Would you consider the opposite sex, if one is more readily available?*
- Yes
- No
Explain why you only want a male.
Explain why you only want a female.
Would you consider adopting a special needs dog, such as one with physical or sensory impairments or who requires medication for a permanent but controlled condition?*
- Yes
- No
Any comments you would like to add about the dog you want.
Age preference (check all that apply)*
- 8 weeks to 1 year
- 1 year to 2 years
- 2 years to 6 years
- 6 years or older
- Other
Some Airedales are accustomed to being allowed on furniture, others are not. For placement information purposes, will your dog be allowed on the bed or other furniture?*
- Yes
- No
Have you ever had to give up a pet?*
- Yes
- No
Describe the Circumstances
Why did you have to give up your pet?
Have you ever had a pet run away, get lost, killed or stolen?*
- Yes
- No
Describe the Circumstances
Explain what happened, or what you think happened, to your pet.
Have you ever had a pet euthanized?*
- Yes
- No
Describe the Circumstances
Why did you have a pet euthanized?

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Who will be primarily responsible for the Airedale?*
Daily work hours of primary caretaker*
How many hours will the dog be alone on the average day?*
Where will the dog stay during the day when no one is home?*
Where will your dog sleep at night?*
Will the dog have the run of the house when you are home?*
- Yes
- No
Please describe areas your dog will not have access to and reason for restriction:
Are you familiar with crate training?*
- Yes
- No
When would you use a crate?
Where would you put a crate?
Describe your plan to provide your dog with daily exercise.*
(i.e., Playing in the yard, walking in the neighborhood, dog park)

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What activities will you share with your dog?*
- Walking
- Hiking
- Obedience Classes
- Agility
- Playing Catch
- Swimming
- Other
Describe Other Activities
Do you have any experience with obedience training?*
- Yes
- No
Describe your dog training experience.

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Housing Type*
- Single Family Home
- Apartment
- Condo/Townhouse/Duplex/Triplex
- Manufactured home (separate lot)
- Manufactured home (multi-residence complex)
- Guesthouse
- Farm or Ranch
Do you own or rent your primary residence?*
- Own
- Rent
Do you have written permission to have a dog over 50 lbs?*
- Yes, I have written permission
- No, I do not have written permission
We will require written permission from your landlord prior to placing an Airedale with you.
Does your homeowner's association have restrictions regarding pets?*
- Yes, there are pet restrictions.
- No, there are no pet restrictions.
Some homeowners associations limit the size or breed of dog allowed.
Landlord or Property Manager Name
First Last
The person who can confirm you have permission to own an Airedale
Landlord or Property Manager Telehone
Landlord or Property Manger Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
How long have you lived in this residence?*
- Less than one year
- More than one year
If less than one year, address of prior residence.
Do you have plans to change your residence (moving or vacation) in the next 90 days?*
- Yes
- No
Do you have a yard?*
- Yes
- No
Is your yard fenced?*
- Yes
- No
Type of Fence
- Solid wall (example: wood, vinyl, aluminum, block)
- See through fence (example: chain link, wrought iron, post and rail)
- Invisible electric fence
- No fence
Is the fenced yard directly attached to the house?
- Yes
- No
What are the approximate dimensions of the fenced yard?
How tall is your fence?
Do you have a dog door already installed?*
- Yes
- No
What are the dog door dimensions?
Do you have a place in the yard where the dog would be allowed to dig?*
- Yes
- No
Do you have a pool?*
- Yes
- No
If you have a pool, is there a fence that would keep the dog out when no human is present?
- Yes
- No
Would you allow your dog in the pool if s/he liked to swim?
- Yes
- No
Do you have an additional residence?*
- Yes
- No
Vacation home or summer/winter residence?
Location and Description of other residences, including whether there is a fenced yard

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How often will you travel without your dog?*
What arrangements will you make for your dog when you are traveling?*

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Name, Address and Telephone number of Veterinarian*
Which of your pets have seen this vet and when was the most recent visit?
Name, Address and Telephone number of Groomer*
If you groom your dogs yourself, describe your experience with grooming dogs.

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The cost of owning a dog can be estimated at $700-3000 per year . Can you afford that expense?*
- Yes
- No
Food, toys, dog beds, leash, collar, licenses, grooming, routine vet care, preventative medications and supplements, training classes, pet sitters, boarding.
If your dog required emergency vet care, how would you pay for it?*
I understand that rescues are spayed/neutered or have a spay/neuter contract?*
- Yes
- No
I understand that if at any time an adopter cannot keep the animal, it must be returned to Airedale Rescue?*
- Yes
- No
I understand that if an Airedale is placed with me, I will be asked to make a donation (suggested between $300 and $450)*
- Yes
- No
Would you be interested in volunteering by fostering, transporting, etc.? Please indicate how you would like to help.
Is there any other information you would like us to consider?
What is your anticipated time frame for adopting a dog? (We will not hold you to your reply; it is just to assist us in the planning and matching process.)*
Confirm your humanity
We need to confirm you are a human by putting a check mark in the box. After you do this, you should see a page with all of your answers. You should also receive an automatic email with your answers. You might want to print those out just in case the internet black hole swallows the original. Thanks for making it all the way through! You obviously have Terrier Tenacity!

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