Potential Adopter:

  • Name:
  • Dog of Interest:
  • Date of Visit:
  • Home Visit Done By:

The Neighborhood:

  • Describe the Neighborhood (Suburban, Rural, Urban, Farm)
  • Would you consider the street to be high-traffic?
  • Would you be comfortable walking in this neighborhood?
  • Are their children outside playing in the neighborhood?
  • Is there a busy or dangerous intersection nearby?
  • Did you notice any other dogs in the neighborhood?

The Home:

  • Is the home an apartment, condo, duplex, single family or mobile home?
  • When entering the home, are there double doors? Is there an escape risk?
  • Are they apt to move? (for sale sign in front yard?)
  • Is the home clean? If no, please describe conditions:
  • Does the home appear to be dog friendly?(dog hair, beds, toys)
  • Where will the dog be kept at night and when no one is home? (baby gate, crate, area of the home)
  • Is there a garage?
    • If so, will the dog have access to the garage?
    • Are there any hazardous chemicals (ex: antifreeze) or sharp objects within reach of the dog?
  • Is there a basement?
    • If so, will the dog have access to the basement?
    • Are there any hazardous chemicals or sharp objects within reach of the dog?
  • Are there any areas of the house that can be damaged by a dog (such as carpeting or furniture)?
    • If so, how do they intend to prevent such damages?