Name:
Mailing Address:
Phone:
Best Time to Contact You: (though I do prefer to use email)
Are you over the age of 18?
If no, a parent or guardian must be present to sign the adoption contract!
Are there children in the household?
If yes, what are their ages?
Does anyone in the household suffer from pet allergies?
Are all members of your household aware/agree with your plans of adopting rats?
If you rent, or live in a condominium or co-op, are you allowed to have pets?
What other pets do you currently have? (types/ages)
Have you ever had to find a new home for one or more of your pets?
If yes, please explain the circumstances...
Have any of your pets died, especially rats, that you've had in the past?
If yes, please explain the circumstances...
Why do you want rats?
In what part of your home will the rats live?
What do you plan to feed your rats?
Will your rats be caged at all times, free-ranged, or both?
If caged, what type and size of cage will you be using?
What types of bedding or litter do you plan to use?
If free-ranged, all or part of the time, what precautions have you taken to prevent injuries or
escapes?
How much time will your rats spend outside of the cage?
How much of your time, per day, will be allotted to providing your rats with care and attention?
What sorts of toys will you provide for your rats?
Describe what type of rats you are looking for:
How long do you expect to have your new rats?
Do you plan to breed your rats?
Have you bred other rats in the past?
Are you willing to provide standard and emergency vet car for your rats?
Do you currently have a vet who is experienced with rats?
If yes, please provide the vet's name and phone number:
If for any reason you are no longer able to keep these rats, will you agree to contact me prior
to rehoming them elsewhere?
Any other comments?
