Thank you for your interest in adopting a Bouvier des Flandres. The Bouviers we offer for adoption have been screened by those knowledgeable in the breed, and our goal is to find each Bouvier an excellent home. For each Bouvier adopted, we ask payment for actual expenses incurred or a minimum of $300.00.

To be considered as an adopter, please complete the following adoption application. We recommend that you read About the Adoption Process prior to filling out the application. When you have completed the application, please click Submit at the bottom of the form. Please note that your application will remain on file for one year. Although the on-line application is more efficient for us to process, should you prefer to mail in an application, click here for a PDF of the application.

IMPORTANT: If all information requested on the application is not provided by you, your application will NOT be considered by the ABRL.

The application must be completed in its entirety for you to be considered as a potential adopter. If for any reason you are unable or unwilling to answer any of our questions, please add a note to that effect in the Additional Comments section at the end of the application.

If you experience any problems with this form, please e-mail us.

CAUTION: Use the TAB key to navigate between fields. Using the ENTER key submits the application; use Enter only when you are ready to submit.

Applicant Information: use the TAB key to navigate from field to field

First Name

Last Name

Street Address

City

State

Zip

Email Address

Home Phone

Cell Phone

If there is a specific dog whom you are interested in adopting, what is his/her name?

Are you willing to travel outside your geographic area to pick up a dog?

Yes No

Are you employed?

Occupation

Note: Verification of employment status may be required during the application review process.

Spouse/Partner Information

Do you have a spouse or partner who lives with you?

Yes No

Spouse or Partner's Name

Is your spouse/partner employed?

Occupation

Your Family

Are there any other adults who live in the household?

Yes No

Number and ages of children living in the home:

What other pets do you own?

Do any other children frequently visit? Yes No

Who in the family wants a dog?

Is any member of your family allergic to dogs?
Yes No

Bouvier Knowledge

How did you hear about ABRL?

Have you ever owned a Bouvier?
Yes No

If yes, when?

If no, have you ever interacted with a Bouvier?
Yes No

If yes, give details?

If not, why do you want a Bouvier now?

What books and other literature have you read about the breed?

What appeals to you about a Bouvier?

Do you know how to groom a Bouvier?
Yes No

Are you willing to learn?
Yes No

It is important to regularly socialize, train, and groom Bouviers. Why and how will you do so?

What kind of problems would you expect to see in a rescue dog?

Are you willing to work with these problems?
Yes No

About Your Current Dog and Other Pets

How many dogs do you currently own?

For these dogs, please list age, breed, and whether they are spayed/neutered.

If any are not spayed/neutered, please explain why.

Have you previously owned any other dogs? If so, what breed(s) were they?

How long did you own them?

To what age did they live?

What happened to each of these dogs?

Have you ever given up a dog?

Yes No

If yes, what were the circumstances?

Have you ever experienced any training or behavior problems with any of your dogs? Please explain.

Have you ever taken a dog to a training class?
Yes No

Care of Your Dog

What type of food do you feed your dogs and/or what will you feed your Bouvier?

How many hours a day will the dog be alone?

How and by whom will the dog be toileted and exercised?

Would you be willing to take your dog to a training class and/or do in-home lessons with a dog behavior professional?
Yes No

Housing

Do you live in:

Apartment
House
Condo/townhome
mobile home.
Other

Do you rent or own your home?

I own my home.
I rent my home.

If rental, landlord approval will be required by ABRL prior to placing a dog.

Does the landlord agree to a dog and to having a dog in the house?
Yes No

Do you have a fenced yard?

Yes No

Approximate size of fenced area

Height of fence

Is the fenced area attached to the house?
Yes No

Where will the dog stay during the day?

Where will the dog stay during the evening?

How do you feel about crate training your dog?

Is yours a smoke-free household?

Yes No

Your Future Bouvier

Do you prefer to adopt a male or female Bouvier?

Male
Female
Either

Why?

Would you consider adopting a senior Bouvier?
Yes No

What expenses do you expect to incur when owning a dog?

What questions or concerns do you have regarding owning a rescue dog?

How long would you be willing to work with the adopted dog to help him/her adjust to your home?

What would, in your opinion, constitute prime reasons for giving a dog up, or getting rid of a dog?

Would you object to a follow-up visit by a representative of Bouvier Rescue?
Yes No

If requested, are you willing to show proof of veterinary bills and training?
Yes No

Are you willing to give the Bouvier back to us if you can no longer keep or want this dog or the ABRL determines that the dog is not appropriate for your home?
Yes No

References

Three references, not related to you/your family, and not including your dog's veterinarian will be required by the adoption coordinator prior to a dog being considered for placement in your home.

Veterinarian Name:

Veterinarian Clinic:

Address

City

State

Zip

Phone

Any additional comments or questions:

We appreciate your patience and understanding throughout this application procedure. Please understand that our goal is to make sure that out Bouviers are placed in only the best homes. Please read the following.

American Bouvier Rescue League has the right to refuse an adoption if it is in the best interest of the dog.

By clicking on "Submit Application", I certify that the above information is true. I understand and agree that this adoption placement is conducted solely for the purpose of providing permanent long-term care for the adopted animal. Should a representative of American Bouvier Rescue League ask to see the animal(s), reasonable access will be granted. If it is determined that the animal(s) are not properly cared for, the animal(s) may be reclaimed by American Bouvier Rescue League at no expense. Further, I agree to pay any expenses, including legal fees that may be incurred by American Bouvier Rescue League in the event that the adopted animal(s) placed into my custody are reclaimed by American Bouvier Rescue League due to neglect or abuse of said adopted animal(s). This application remains the property of American Bouvier Rescue League and I understand that this information will be included with my adoption contract.

By applying for the adoption of a Bouvier, I hereby give permission to my veterinarian, my personal reference and landlord (if applicable) to disclose information to American Bouvier Rescue League. Only a fully executed contract will complete this adoption.