American Eskimo Rescue St. Louis

A member of Pure Bred Dog Rescue St. Louis

Eastern Missouri Representatives - Heart Bandits

Important Note:
Before submitting your application, please check to make sure your pet(s) are current on the following medical items:

1. Spayed and/or neutered.
2. Up to date on vaccinations, recent heartworm test (for heartworm disease).
3. On monthly heartworm prevention medication (such as Heartgard).

Your pet(s) must be current on the above medical items to be eligible for adoption. These items will be verified with your current and/or past vet. Thank you.

APPLICATION FOR ADOPTION

required fields in BOLD

Name  

Address  

City     State    Zip

Home Phone          Work Phone  

Best time to call       Email address   

Occupation       Spouse's occupation   

Ages of children under 18  


Current Pets  

Name  

Type  

Breed  

Age  

Sex  

Are your pets spayed/neutered?       Are they on heartworm preventative?  


Current Veterinarian  

Address   

City     State     Zip  

Phone number        May we contact your vet?  


Why are you considering an American Eskimo dog, as opposed to other breeds

Have you, or anyone living with you, ever owned an American Eskimo dog?

What is your experience with rescue animals? Are you willing to give this dog adequate time and training to ensure proper adjustment?

What would be unacceptable behavior in your home that might make you consider giving up this dog? Be specific

What, in your opinion, would constitute valid reasons for an owner to give up his/her dog?

What characteristics do you require in a dog?

What characteristics do you desire in a dog?

Are you willing to attend at least one session of obedience training with the dog?   

Do you understand that if, at any time, you are unable or unwilling to keep the dog, he/she must be returned only to

American Eskimo Rescue of St Louis?  

Do you own or rent your home? 

If you rent, does the landlord have any restrictions in reference to dog ownership?  

Is you yard fully fenced?   

If not, how do you intend to exercise the dog?  

If you are required to move, what will you do with this dog?

How many hours per day will the dog be left alone?  

Where will the dog stay when no one is home?  

Where will the dog sleep?  

Are you aware that American Eskimos are highly social dogs and require lots of interaction with their family?

What preparations will be made for the dog when you are out of town?

If you plan to have children at some point, are you prepared to keep the dog?   

What has happened to previous dogs you have owned in your adult life?

 

I/we acknowledge that all information contained in this application is true and correct. I/we understand that any misrepresentation of fact may result in removal of the adopted dog from my home by American Eskimo Rescue St. Louis. I also understand and accept that a scheduled home visit by a representative of American Eskimo Rescue St. Louis is required to complete the application process.

Signature _______________________________________

Date ___________________________________________

 

Please return completed adoption application to:

American Eskimo Dog Rescue St. Louis
P.O. Box 190523
St. Louis, MO 63119

or

 

 

For further information, contact American Eskimo Rescue St. Louis
at 314-647-1112 or email us at info@eskierescuestl.org

American Eskimo Rescue St. Louis is a not-for-profit organization. We are funded solely by adoption fees and donations and staffed entirely by volunteers. Any money collected from adoptions or donations is used, in its entirety, to rescue and care for the dogs. Our standard adoption fee is $250 for puppies (12 months and under), $175 for adult eskies. All dogs adopted through American Eskimo Rescue St. Louis receive, at minimum, the following veterinarian care:

  • Spay/Neuter
  • Rabies Vaccination
  • Bordetella Vaccination
  • DHLP Vaccination
  • Heartworm Testing (and treatment if required)
  • Fecal Test
  • Microchip Ids
  • Grooming

DO I GO HOME TODAY?

My family brought me home cradled in their arms.
They cuddled me and smiled at me and said I was full of charm.
They played with me and laughed with me and showered me with toys.
I sure do love my family, especially the girls and boys.
The children loved to feed me, they gave me special treats.
They even let me sleep with them - all snuggled in the sheets.
I used to go for walks, often several times a day.
They even fought to hold the leash, I'm very proud to say.
These are the things I'll not forget - a cherished memory.
I now live in the shelter-without my family.
They used to laugh and praise me when I played with that old shoe.
But I didn't know the difference between the old ones and the new.
The kids and I would grab a rag, for hours we would tug.
So I thought I did the right thing when I chewed the bedroom rug.
They said that I was out of control, and would have to live outside.
This I did not understand, although I tried and tried.
The walks stopped, one by one; they said they hadn't time.
I wish that I could change things, I wish I knew my crime.
My life became so lonely, in the backyard, on a chain.
I barked and barked all day long to keep from going insane.
So they brought me to the shelter but were embarassed to say why,
They said I caused an allergy, and then they each kissed me goodbye.
If I'd only had some classes, as a little pup.
I wouldn't have been so hard to handle when I was all grown up.
"You only have one day left." I heard the worker say.
Does that mean I have a second chance?

DO I GO HOME TODAY?