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We bassets are well-known for our mild temperament, and we are notoriously good around children. But we're still dogs, and some of us just don't get along with very small kids that might tug at us, or pull our ears, or put their face up close to ours... especially when we've just been placed into a strange, new environment.  Heck, some of our rescue bassets have been bounced around between so many shelters, homes, vets, and kennels that they're gonna need a little space and adjustment time before you let the kids go whole hog with us. Our rescue volunteers do as best as they can to evaluate each rescue basset's temperament. But we ask if you have very small children... before you adopt any dog of any breed, be prepared to not only train the dog, but to also train your children on how to handle us! Also be prepared to supervise us at all times when we're together, especially in the first few months when we're trying to settle into our forever home. Thank you-arooooooooo!!!!!To read all about introducing a new dog to the children in your home, here are some links to some articles on the internet:

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We ask that you make sure that you have read the following documents. Then please proceed with the application.

Considering Adoption
10 Reasons to Adopt an Adult Rescue
Thinking about getting a Basset?
What to expect the first two weeks

 

Adoption Fees:

Dogs under 1 year of age $250.

Dogs 1-8 years of age are $200.

Dogs over 8 are $100.

Bonded pairs are $300.

 

 

Please complete this form and click on Submit at the bottom of this page to send to us. If you prefer, please print a copy of this form and return the completed form via mail to:

 

Lone Star Basset Hound Rescue

PO Box 2250

Sugar Land, TX 77487-2250

 

Section 1: Applicant "Preparedness" Information

 

Please bear with us on this first section of questions...
They may sound like really silly questions to most of you, but due to some of our experiences in the recent past, we feel like we have to ask them just in case!
The deputy thanks ya kindly!

  Are you prepared mentally and financially to keep this dog until the end of it's natural life?

Yes, I am prepared to keep this dog for the rest of its life.
No, I am not prepared to keep this dog for the rest of its life.

 

If you do not have children now, but are planning on having some in the future, will you give the dog up when you do? Yes, if we have children, we will give the dog up
No, we will keep the dog even if we have children

 

Do you feel you have the patience to introduce this dog into your home, and that this may mean tolerating a few housetraining accidents that are normal the first few weeks?

Yes, I have the patience
No, I do NOT have the patience

 

Do you understand that even though our rescue dogs are physically healthy, that they may require basic training in "manners" such as not jumping on people to greet them, or staying off the furniture, and that this takes time and patience?

Yes, I'm willing to train my dog in basic manners.
No, I am NOT willing to train my dog in basic manners

 

Do you understand that even mild-mannered basset hounds might not get along with very small kids that pester them, such as pulling on their ears, putting their face up close to the dog's face and waking the dog up abruptly... especially when the basset has just been placed into a strange, new environment? Yes No

 

Are you prepared and willing to train your children on how to handle the basset and to supervise them at all times when they are together, especially in the first few months when the dog is trying to settle into your home?

Yes No

 

Are you prepared to train your children to not disturb the dog while it is eating and/or chewing on a chew-toy? Yes No

 

How ready are you to adopt a dog from us?   Yes, I am ready to adopt a dog as soon as possible
Yes, I am ready to adopt a dog in a few months
Yes, I am ready to adopt a dog, but I haven't decided when
No, I'm just filling out this form out of curiosity

 

*WHEN would you be able to take the dog home?   

 

*PLEASE READ BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE APPLICATION

If you are not interested in adopting a dog from us within the next 4 weeks, please consider not submitting an application until you are ready.  Our volunteer adoption coordinators would be awfully grateful!   

(Thank you... arooooo!!!)

 

Below, check each statement that you agree to.

If you do NOT agree to any ONE of the statements, please provide explanation in the box at the end of this list.

 

I am prepared to make a reasonable commitment of time and effort, and to affect scheduling and lifestyle changes in order to make the relationship with my basset hound work.

 

I am prepared to make sure my dog is not exposed to the elements of weather without proper shelter, shade cover, dry ground, and access to fresh water.

 

I am prepared to provide appropriate and timely veterinary care for the life of my dog including a minimum of spending approx. $200 per year on vaccinations and heartworm preventative.

 

I am prepared to provide my dog with the proper nutrition for optimum health, and to keep my dog the proper weight, neither obese nor emaciated

 

I am prepared to keep this dog indoors at night, and to include him/her in the activities of the household while we are home, as much as possible

 

I am prepared to keep my dog groomed (particularly inside my basset's ears and paws) and free of external parasites and matting

 

I am prepared to give my dog ample aerobic exercise daily, and make sure that at least three times a week he gets to run and play and get tired out.

 

I am prepared to provide my dog with enough training and/or behavioral management so as to enable him to be a welcome part of my community, or managed safely

 

I am prepared to provide my dog with enough toys to satisfy his urge to chew

 

I am prepared to do everything I can to keep my dog from becoming a nuisance in my community

 

I am prepared to not allow him to run free/out of my control, chase cars, bicycles, children, etc.

 

If I have to move residences for any reason, I am aware that finding housing that accepts pets can take longer than average, but that I will commit to moving with my dog, as I would move with a member of my family.

 

I am prepared that if, for any reason, I can no longer keep this dog, I will not abandon this dog

 

I will return the dog to the rescue (if required) or leave ample time to find a new, appropriate home, tell the new owners truthfully all the dog's behaviors, good and bad, and follow up occasionally to make sure the dog is safe and content.

 

If you left any of the above boxes unchecked, please explain why here:

 

 

Hey! You made it!!
You must be a real basset angel!
Thanks for filling out the application so far!
The rest of the questions aren't quite as "grilling"...
Thanks again!

 

Section 2: Basic Applicant Contact Information

 

Name(s) of Applicant(s):

 

Occupation:

 

Spouse/Roommates Name:

 

Spouse/Roommate Occupation:

 

Street Address (line 1):

Street Address (line 2):

City:
State:
Zip Code:
 

 

Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Cell Number:
Email Address:
 

Section 2: Applicant's Experience With Dogs

 

Have you owned a dog before?

Yes No
If Yes, what breed(s):

 

What happened to the dog(s)?

 

Why do you want to adopt a basset hound?

 

Do all members of the family/household want to adopt a basset hound?

Yes No

 

If No, please explain:

 

Section 3: Other Animals in Your Household

Dogs

Dog's Name Breed                                             
              Age
 Sex Spayed
or 
Neutered?
 
 

Cats

Cat's Name Age Sex De-clawed? Spayed
or 
Neutered?

 

Other Critters

Critter's Species Critter's Name Age Sex Spayed
or 
Neutered?

 

Section 4: What do You Prefer in a Basset Hound?

Age Preference of Basset Hound (click all that apply):

Sex Preference:

 

Are you interested in a specific dog currently listed on the Website?

 

If yes, which dog?

 

If this dog is already adopted, please indicate your 2nd choice:

 

Are you willing to adopt a bonded pair?

 

Are you willing to take a basset mix?

 

Are you willing to finish the foster care in the event that a foster home needs to be opened before a dog is completely ready to be adopted?

 

Section 5: How Will Your Basset Hound Live?

 

What is your current housing situation?

 

If you currently rent, please list name and contact number of landlord:

 

Name of Landlord or Apartment Complex 

 

Contact Number

           

 

If Condo or Apartment:

 

Will the basset have to regularly ((daily)) navigate stairs?

 

If yes, how many?

 

How long at your current residence?

 

 

Is property fenced?

 

If partially fenced, describe here:

 

Do you have a swimming pool?

 

If yes, is the pool fenced?

 

Do you have a doggy door?

 

Are you willing to housetrain a dog?

 

If yes, please describe here how you will housetrain the dog:

 

Where will the dog be able to shelter itself from bad weather during the day? (Bad weather includes hot days.)

 

Describe where the will the dog be kept during the day:

 

How long will the dog be left alone during the day?

 

Where will the dog sleep at night?

 

Are you willing to allow an LSBHR representative visit your home by appointment?

 

If No, why?

 

 

Name & Address of Your Veterinarian

 

Phone Number of your Veterinarian

 

How long have you used this veterinarian?

 

Describe the causes and prevention of heartworm disease:

 

 

Will you maintain your basset on heartworm preventative?

 

Section 6: The Children in Your Home

 

If you have children in your home, did you read the reminder at the top of this page that bassets are not babysitters? Yes, I read the reminder No, I didn't read the reminder.

 

If you have children in your home, did you read the following artcles at these links?

Yes, I read all of the articles

No, I DID NOT read the Articles about kids and dogs

 Dogs and people A hairy combination
Children & Dogs
Kids & Pets

 

Your Children (... list only human children here please!)

Child's Name Age Gender

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 7: You're Almost Done!

 

Are you interested in fostering?

 

How did you learn about Lone Star Basset Hound Rescue?

 

Any other pertinent information?

 

 

 

By clicking on the "Submit Application" button below, and thus sending this form to the Lone Star Basset Hound Rescue I agree that:

 

1.  All of the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

 

2.  I understand that there is a fee requested with the adoption of a Basset Hound (payable to  Lone Star Basset Hound Rescue) to help cover the costs of rescue, neutering, vaccination, etc.

 

Adoption Fees:

Dogs under 1 year of age $250.

Dogs 1-8 years of age are $200.

Dogs over 8 are $100.

Bonded pairs are $300.

 

 

3.  If the adoption doesn't work out for any reason, I agree to return the dog to the Lone Star Basset Hound Rescue.

 

4.  I understand that pre-approved homes on the waiting list will be given first priority in consideration of adoption after needs of the dogs and ability of them to be met by the potential home are matched.

 

NOTICE!!!:  After you click on the Submit Application button below, your answers will display for you.  Just hit your "back" button to get back to the website.  (Thank you-arooo!)