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Volunteer At The Sanctuary

Give your time to help dogs rest, rehabilitate, and prepare for their next chapter. Whether you are helping at the sanctuary or fostering, your support helps us guide them safely home.

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VOLUNTEER

General Information

Full Name (as on ID)*

Full Address*

Phone*

Email*

Date of Birth*

Day

Month

Year

Profession*

Work Schedule*

Day

Evening

Shift

Employer Name & Location*

Best Time to Contact You (Choose all that apply.)*

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Weekends

Do you already have a dog you are interested in adopting?*

No

Yes

Your Household

Number of People in Your Household*

What is the relationship of each person in your household to you (e.g. partner, child, housemate, etc.)?*

Please list the ages of any children in your household and their experience with dogs:*

Does anyone in your household have any known allergies ro animal hair?*

No

Yes

Please list any other animals in your home including their species, age, sex, sterilization, and temperament:*

Is everyone in your household in agreement and happy to adopt a dog?*

No

Yes

Who will be the primary person responsible for the dog (walks, care, daily training, etc.)? *

How often do you receive visitors (including children)?*

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Has your household discussed the constraints (budget, time, holidays) related to having a dog? *

No

Yes

Your Home

Type of Housing:

House

Apartment

Other

Resident Status:*

Owner

Tenant

If you live in an apartment, what floor are you on? Is there an elevator?

What's the approximate size of your home (in m² )? How many rooms are in your home?

Does your home have any private outdoor spaces? (Choose all that apply.)*

Fenced Garden

Yard

Balcony

Terrace

Other

What is the size/height of your fence?*

Describe the environment near your home including parks, walking paths, noise levels, neighbors, etc.*

Your Experience with Animals

Have you ever had a dog?*

No

Yes

Where is the dog now?*

Have you ever taken dog training classes or worked with a trainer? *

No

Yes

Are you willing to continue training if necessary (recall, being alone, cleanliness, leash walking)? *

No

Yes

Have you ever had to part with an animal? *

No

Yes

Describe dog behaviors you have already managed (destruction, barking, uncleanliness, resource guarding, reactivity): *

What training methods do you prefer (positive reinforcement, clicker, etc.)?

Your Lifestyle

How many hours per day might the dog be alone? How many days per week will that be the case?*

Where will you keep your dog when you are at work (at home, in the garden, pet sitter, dog daycare, family, etc.)?*

Who will take care of the dog in your prolonged absence (illness, travel, holidays)? *

What is the level of activity in your household?*

Low

Medium

High

Please list any sports you practice (hiking, running, cycling, agility): *

Please share your planned frequency and duration of dog walks (morning/afternoon/evening): *

What will be the main walking area with your dog? (Choose all that apply.)*

Sidewalk

Park

Forest

Countryside

Other

What will you use for your dog's transportation? (Choose all that apply.)*

Car

Bicycle

Public Transportation

Other

Please describe your plans to arrange care/travel with the dog on holiday? *

Your Expectations

Why do you want to adopt a dog now?*

What is your preferred dog size? (Choose all that apply.)*

Small

Medium

Large

What is your preferred dog sex?*

Male

Female

No Preference

What is your preferred dog age?*

Puppy

Adult

Senior

Describe your desired temperament for your dog (calm, playful, active, quiet, sociable, independent, etc.). *

Would you accept a dog with specific needs (training required, shyness, regular care, etc.)?

No

Yes

What is a deal-breaker for you in a dog (e.g., barking, hair, odor, reactivity, hunting instinct, etc.)? *

Is the dog’s breed important to you?*

No

Yes

How much grooming you are willing to do (daily brushing, regular grooming, heavy shedding, etc.)? *

Commitments

A dog is a long-term commitment. Do you confirm that you are ready to commit for 10–15 years or more? *

No

Yes

What is your estimated monthly budget to spend on a dog (e.g. food, vet, prevention, insurance, equipment, etc.)? *

Do you plan to take out health insurance for your dog? *

Yes

No

What will you do with the dog if you separate from your partner? *

What will you do if you move (within France or abroad)? *

What will you do if the dog is not house-trained upon arrival or regresses? *

Do you agree to contact Walnut Tree Sanctuary first if a serious problem arises or your situation changes?? *

No

Yes

Do you agree to follow-up visits/communication after adoption and sharing updates? *

No

Yes

If you can no longer keep the dog, do you agree to return the dog to Walnut Tree Sanctuary? *

No

Yes

Declaration of Honour

I certify that the information provided is accurate and understand that any false statement may result in the refusal of the adoption.*

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Date of Declaraton*

Day

Month

Year

Reminder: Adoption is a considered decision. This questionnaire does not guarantee acceptance but serves to ensure the animal’s safety and well-being and to prepare for the animal's integration into your home.

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