Interstate K9 (“INTERSTATE”) and the undersigned adopter....
...in consideration of the mutual promises made in this Agreement and other good and valuable considerations, intending to be legally bound by this Agreement, agree to the following:
THE PET – INTERSTATE is placing the following described pet with ADOPTER for adoption as a recreational pet:
🚨 STOP AND READ THIS BEFORE SIGNING! 🚨
To adopt, you MUST complete ALL 5 steps below.
Applications that skip any step will be ignored.
✅ STEP 1: FILL OUT THE APPLICATION FORM
This starts the process — but does not complete your application.
✅ STEP 2: PAY THE $25 APPLICATION FEE
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This fee is required to process your application.
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All fees are NON-REFUNDABLE (application, deposit, adoption).
✅ STEP 3: CONTACT US IMMEDIATELY AFTER APPLYING
You MUST message us to move forward.
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💬 Preferred: Facebook Messenger
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📧 Email only if you don’t have Facebook: interstatek9tx@gmail.com
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Our fastest communication method is Facebook.
We will NOT follow up unless you contact us!
✅ STEP 4: SHARE YOUR LIFE WITH US
To complete your application, you MUST send the following:
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📸 Photos of your home (inside & outside), photos of your family(animals included)
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👨👩👧 Details: Names and ages of all household members
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🐾 Vet records of your current pets (must be official from your vet)
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✍️ A short explanation of why you're a good match for this pet
Your application is NOT complete until all of this is received.
✅ STEP 5: READ THE CONTRACT CAREFULLY
Before signing, please understand the following:
📌 Heartworm Prevention Agreement
You agree to:
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Keep the adopted dog on heartworm prevention for the first year, then retest.
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Understand that despite testing or treatment, no guarantee can be made regarding heartworm status due to incubation time.
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Texas adopters must keep the dog on prevention for life.
📌 Health & Liability Waiver
You agree that:
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The rescue makes no guarantees about the animal's condition, health, or temperament.
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The rescue is not liable for any injury, damage, or loss once the pet is in your care.
🚫 Skipping any of these steps means your application will not be considered.