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Step 1 of 7 - Qualifications

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Thank you for your interest in adopting a Korean rescue dog. Please complete the following form to submit your adoption application. We respect your privacy. The information you provide in this application will not be shared outside of the organization.

NOTE: Due to flight/travel restrictions resulting from Covid-19, it will take longer for your adopted dogs to get to you. Please only submit an application if you are able to wait until a flight volunteer can be secured. Please note we currently do not have a definitive timeline.

An alternative, quicker option of flying via cargo can be made available, although at a greater financial cost. The cost can range from $1,000 CAD to $4,500 CAD depending on the size and weight of the dog, airline, and destination city. Dogs traveling via cargo will be able to arrive sooner as they are not dependent on travelers to bring them.

Please note that we only accept applications from the following cities. Applicants from cities not listed will only be considered at the sole discretion of the adoption team.

Canada: Greater Toronto Area (Ajax, Aurora, Brampton, Burlington, Caledon, Halton, Hamilton, Markham, Mississauga, Milton, Newmarket, Oakville, Oshawa, Pickering, Richmond Hill, St Catharines, Toronto, Vaughn, Stouffville, Whitby), Barrie, Cambridge, Erin, Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo, and London.

Greater Vancouver Area (Vancouver, Burnaby, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Richmond, Surrey, and West Vancouver).

The US: Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose and Los Angeles

Please review the Safety Equipment Protocol before completing the adoption application form.
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Dog Profile
If you wish to adopt a specific dog, please go to that dog's profile and click the "Adopt Me" button. You may also submit an application without selecting a dog, in which case we will do our best to match you with a compatible dog based on your responses.
Qualifications
Have you read the adoption process information on our website prior to completing the application?*
Read the FAQ here (opens in a new tab)
- Yes
- No
Have you read the Safety Equipment Protocol?*
Read Safety Equipment Protocol (opens in a new tab)
- Yes
- No
Do you live in one of the following cities?*
Canada: Greater Toronto Area (Ajax, Aurora, Brampton, Burlington, Caledon, Halton, Hamilton, Markham, Mississauga, Milton, Newmarket, Oakville, Oshawa, Pickering, Richmond Hill, St Catharines, Toronto, Vaughn, Stouffville, Whitby), Barrie, Cambridge, Erin, Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo, and London and Greater Vancouver Area (Vancouver, Burnaby, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Richmond, Surrey, and West Vancouver).

US: Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles.

Please note that we cannot accept applications from other cities. Applicants from cities not listed will only be considered at the sole discretion of the adoption team.
- Yes
- No
If your application is approved, do you agree to pay the adoption fee?*
$760 USD/$960 CAD for dogs under 8 years old, $360 USD/$460 CAD for dogs 8 years old and older or special needs, $1,350 USD/$1,630 CAD for a bonded pair.
- Yes
- No
Are there children under 13 years of age in your household?*
We don't permit adopting to homes with children under 13 years of age for safety.
- Yes
- No
Do you have a criminal record?*
- Yes
- No
Have you ever surrendered a pet?*
- Yes
- No
Have you ever bred dogs?*
- Yes
- No
Are you 25 or older?*
- Yes
- No
For adoptions in Canada, are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident? For adoptions in the US, are you a US citizen or a permanent resident?*
- Yes
- No
We are sorry, but you currently do not meet the criteria for adoption

Name*
First Last
Email*
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Personal Information
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Phone*
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Date of Birth
Formatted as YYYY-MM-DD (example: 1980-06-27)
YYYY dash MM dash DD
Age*
Occupation*
Do you live with a spouse or common law partner?*
- Yes
- No
Partner's Name
First Last
Partner's Email
Enter Email Confirm Email
Partner's Phone
Additional information
Anything else you would like to add about yourself!

Household Information
In what type of home do you live?*
- House
- Apartment/Condo
- Mobile Home
Do you own or rent your home?*
- Own
- Rent
Do you have consent from your landlord to bring a dog into your home?*
- Yes
- No
Do you have a fenced in and completely secure yard?*
- Yes
- No
Household Occupants*
Please include ALL household members. Click the + sign to more members (i.g: Susan, 28, student, sister).
First Name Current Age Occupation Relationship
Do all members of the household consent to adoption?*
- Yes
- No
Does anyone in your home have pet related allergies?*
- Yes
- No
How soon are you able to bring your dog home?*
- Immediately
- After 1 week from today
- After 1 month from today

General Questions
How did you hear about us?*
- Petfinder
- Social media
- Google search
What is your level of experience with dogs?*
- Limited experience – have never had a dog/limited interaction
- Somewhat experienced - have dog sat for friends and family
- Experienced – had family dogs
- Quite experienced – have owned a dog as a primary caregiver
- Dog savvy – have worked with rescue dogs through personal adoption or fostering
How many hours are the pets in the household left alone? Please provide a brief summary of your current & post COVID-19 work/school schedules in the household.*
If you are away from home for over 5 hours, how do you plan on meeting their mid day potty/socialization needs?*
Do you have any upcoming travel plans within the next 6 months? *
Do you travel often for work or leisure? Who will care for your dog when you are away?*
What is your experience with crate training? Do you intend on crate training? (Please check all that apply)*
- I believe crate training is a great tool for house/potty training, staying home alone, sleeping, and situations where dogs cannot be supervised.
- I believe crate training can be a valuable training tool for behaviors like anxiety, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, etc so the dog has a place to settle down.
- I prefer to keep my dogs contained in a specific room, or in a playpen.
- I don't believe in crate training. I prefer my dogs to have free roam of the home.
- I don't know much about the advantages/disadvantages of crate training. I feel it would depend on the dog.
What is your experience with having your dog off leash? Do you intend to train your dog to be off leash?*
- I believe it is important for dogs to have the freedom to be off leash.
- I believe with proper recall training, off leash is appropriate.
- I do not allow my dog(s) off leash unless in a fenced in area (ie: dog park).
- I think it would depend on the dog's personality.
What do you anticipate the costs of dog ownership are per year?*
Food and treats Vet expenses (non emergency) Pet insurance Training
What are your thoughts on pet insurance? Please explain.*
What is your position on annual vet visits and up to date vaccinations?*
- My current pets are up to date.
- I intend on providing up to date wellness and vaccinations.
- I go to the vet when needed, but not on a yearly basis. My pets are in good health.
What brand/type of food/diet do you intend on feeding your dog?*
What types of behaviors do you feel you are NOT prepared to handle with a rescue dog? (Please check all that apply)*
- Potty accidents/house training
- Chewing furniture/personal belongings
- Barking
- Incompatibility with other dogs or resident pets
- Separation anxiety
- Barking or growling towards people
- Fear based aggression (including biting)
- None
Are you open to other dogs if your desired dog has a pending application?*

Information on Current Pets
Do you currently have pets in your home?*
- Yes
- No
Household Pet Information*
For each pet in your household, please provide the species, breed, age, and whether or not they are spayed/neutered. (example: dog, poodle, 7 years, spayed). To add more pets, please click + sign.
Species Breed Name Age Neutered Vaccinated Parasite Prevention Microchipped
Please describe your current pet(s)'s personality (ie: energy level, shy or social, dominant or submissive, introduction to strangers, etc) *
Have you used a veterinary clinic within the past 5 years?*
- Yes
- No
When was your pet's last vet wellness visit? (Exact dates will be confirmed with the vet clinic)*
Veterinary Clinic Name*
Veterinary Clinic Phone*

Personal Reference
Please provide the name and information of a personal reference. We are unable to accept family members, significant others, or members of the household as references.
Reference Name*
First Last
Reference Relationship*
How do you know this person? (example: friend, employer, work colleague, etc.)
Reference Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Reference Phone*

Adoption Agreement Terms and Conditions
To complete your application, you must review and agree to all adoption terms and conditions. Please consider each item carefully before submitting your application.
Adoption Agreement Terms and Conditions:*
- I verify that all statements made in the adoption process are true to the best of my knowledge. If it is discovered that any statement(s) I have made are found to be false, the adoption agreement is void and the dog may be confiscated at the sole discretion of Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US.
- I understand and agree that Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US makes no guarantees about the dog's temperament and is not responsible or liable for future damage or injury caused by the dog.
- If your application is approved, do you agree to pay the adoption fee: $760 USD/$960 CAD for dogs under 8 years old, $360 USD/$460 CAD for dogs 8 yrs old and older or special needs.
- I understand if Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US is unable to transport the dog to me within two (2) months, I will be eligible to request a cancellation of the adoption with a full refund).
- I understand Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US maintains the right to cancel the adoption in its entirety at its own discretion prior to the adopter taking possession of the subject animal, with a full refund.
- I agree that the adoption fee is non-transferable and non-refundable once the dog has been delivered to me.
- I understand the adoption will not be finalized without 1) completion of the adoption agreement 2) payment of the adoption fee, which will be required within 48 hours of the signed agreement and 3) fulfilment of safety protocol equipment/requirements.
- I confirm this dog is being adopted solely by me as per microchip registration and applicable city pet licence registration. The dog will not be sold, adopted, or given by any means to another party, including family or friends
- If at any point I am unable to keep the dog for any reason, I agree to surrender the dog to Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US.
- If in the event I decide to surrender back to the care of Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US, I understand a formal surrender request and $220 USD/$280 CAD surrender fee (non-refundable) will apply.
- I verify I have thoroughly reviewed the safety equipment protocol and agree to follow the safety equipment protocol for a minimum of the first twelve (12) months of adoption.
- [For dogs over 6kg/13lbs] I agree to activate my Tractive GPS within 24 hours of my dog's arrival and before taking them outdoors.
- [For dogs over 6kg/13lbs] I agree to continue to use the Tractive GPS for a minimum of 12 months under a 1 year pre-paid service subscription upon my dog's arrival.
- I agree to register the dog’s microchip number under my name with www.24petwatch.com within 24 hours of arrival and send registration confirmation to (info@freekoreandogs.org).
- I agree to register and purchase a pet licence under my name from my municipal animal services department, as legally required.
- If the dog is lost, I agree to take immediate action to locate the dog. I agree to contact Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US and local animal control if the dog is not recovered within 3 hours of being lost.
- I agree to care for this dog in a humane manner, which includes supplying adequate food, water, shelter, attention, and medical care.
- I agree to never physically or emotionally abuse, neglect, starve, or harm the dog in any way.
- I agree to only use positive reinforcement and fear free training methods, and to never engage in the use of aids such as prong, shock, bark, or e-collars.
- I understand and agree I will assume all medical responsibility once the dog has physically been transferred to my care.
- I agree that the dog must receive veterinary checkups on an annual basis, including core vaccinations and flea/tick/heartworm prevention as advised by a licenced veterinarian. I agree to provide a written statement of the dog’s first annual checkup to Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US.
- I agree to never keep the dog in a locked crate.
- I agree that this dog is to be a companion animal only, not a guard dog, and that this dog will live inside my home.
- I agree that this dog will not be allowed outdoors without supervision.
- I agree that the dog will wear a name tag at all times, which will include my contact current contact information, both indoors and outdoors.
- I agree that I may not euthanize the dog except in the case of the dog's terminal illness or injury, or old age accompanied by pain and suffering. In such a case I agree to consult with Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US before proceeding, and that the euthanasia must be performed by a licenced veterinarian.
- I agree to never leave the dog unattended with infants and children under the age of 13, and agree to never leave the dog unattended with other animals until I am confident of their compatibility for a minimum of twelve (12) months after adoption.
- I agree to send regular written updates on the status of my adopted dog to Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US. Update will be sent bi-weekly for the first 3 months and bi-monthly for the remainder of the first year. Updates will include a written summary, photos and videos.
- I give Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US permission to phone or visit my home at any reasonable time to assure the dog is receiving proper treatment and care, should concerns be raised at any point in time.
- I agree to update Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US of any change in my current home address and contact information (i.e. phone number, email address).
- I agree that I must notify and obtain agreement from Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US PRIOR to planning any trips outside North America with the dog(s). Should Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US deem the trip as unsafe for the dog(s), Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US reserves and holds the right to recover the dog(s) from you upon demand.
- I agree that this adoption agreement may be specifically enforceable by Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US through judicial proceedings, including the right of Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US to recover the dog due to any breach in the terms of this agreement.
- In the event that I breach this agreement and Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US files suit to enforce or defend the terms of this agreement, I agree to pay any court costs and/or legal fees incurred by Free Korean Dogs / Free Korean Dogs US in connection herewith.
Signature*
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