Adoption Application

BAPBR strives to find life-long homes for our dogs. We ask that you only consider adopting one of our dogs if you can guarantee it a home for its lifetime.

While most of our dogs go to families in the Pacific Northwest, we'd absolutely love to consider your application if you're able to travel to Portland for pickup.

Please understand that we really love our dogs and try very hard to place them into homes that will make both the dog and their people happy. As such, completion of this application does not guarantee an adoption of one of our dogs, but rest assured that we will review each application with great care.

Please provide as much information as you can in the application as failure to answer one or more questions may result in your application being rejected. After reviewing your application if we believe that there would be a good fit, we will be in touch with you. Thank you so much for your interest!

*due to the length of the application, we strongly recommend filling it out on a computer

What happens after you apply?

If we determine there is a good fit, we’ll schedule a phone interview with founder Angela Adams regarding your applications.
We arrange the flight to Oregon (included in fee) with weekly photo/video updates
Airport pickup at PDX—pay adoption fee, receive medical records, welcome your new family member home!

Timeline: 2-4 weeks for CDC/USDA paperwork and flight arrangement once approved

The adoption fee includes:
- Flight to U.S. • USDA import permit • Travel Health Certificate
- Spay/neuter • All vaccines (DHLPPi, Rabies, Bordetella) • Full blood work & health tests (CBC, blood parasite tests, parvo/giardia/coronavirus test) • Flea/tick/heartwork treatment & deworming
- Microchip • Grooming • Collar, leash & ID tag

Previous adopters often tell us the pre-arrival bonding process makes pickup day feel like welcoming home a family member they've been missing.

Applying to adopt a pit bull through BAPBR?

Please fill out this app only if you are interested in adopting a pit bull through BAPBR.

Adoption Application

Applicant Name(s):

Address

City

State

Zip Code

Phone

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Email Address

Applicant(s) occupation & employer(s):

Home Information

Do you rent or own where you live?

Dwelling type:

House, duplex, condo, townhouse, etc.

Are there any breed(pit bull or pit bull mix) restrictions with the insurance company of your home?

Has everyone in your household been included in the decision to adopt a Pit Bull?

If no, please explain.

Are there any children living in your home?

If so, how many and what are their ages?

Are there roommates living in the home?

If so, how many and what are their ages?

Is there anyone in your home with a disability or special needs that we should be made aware of his/her condition?

How many hours a day will this dog be left alone?

Where will this dog stay during the day?

Where will this dog stay during the night/bedtime?

Do you have a securely fenced in yard?  

If yes, what type of fence and how tall?

What is the activity level in your household?

Please describe what a week in your home would look like.

Adoptable Dog Information

Name of dog(s) you are interested in:

Why do you want this particular dog, which you are applying for?

How did you hear about BAPBR and/or the dog in which you are applying for?

Your Experience with Dogs

What experience have you had training dogs?

Please describe your training methods.

What training tools and techniques have you used with dogs in the past and are comfortable with using?

Clickers, TTouch, Animal Communication, Nosework, front clip harness, gentle leader, prong collar, choke chain, etc.

Do you have any previous experience with owning Pit Bull Terriers?

If yes, please explain.

Have you ever given a dog to a shelter/humane society or surrendered to a rescue group?

If yes, what was the reason for giving up the dog?

Planned Dog Care

In your opinion, what makes you a great dog owner?

What would be your response be if BAPBR decided this dog was not the right fit for your home, after you had already met the dog?

What characteristics are most important for you to have in a dog?

What brand of dog kibble do you feed or plan on feeding?

Do you free-feed (provide access to kibble at all times) your current dog?

When traveling away from home, who will care for this dog?

How do you feel about Pit Bull Terriers going to dog parks?

Do you currently have a veterinarian?

If so, please provide your vet's name and clinic.

How much do you expect to spend on this dog in a year?

Vet visits, food, toys, treats, etc.

How often and how much will you regularly exercise this dog?

Please describe your method(s) of exercise.

What reasons might prompt you to give up this dog?

If for some reason you are not able to care for this dog in the upcoming future, what will you do with this adopted dog?

Current and Past Pets

Please describe any current dog(s) that you have:

Breed of dog, name, age, sex, spayed or neutered? Please describe your dogs personality/temperament.

Please describe any current other pets that you have:

Species, name, age, sex, spayed or neutered? Please describe your pet's personality/temperament.

Please describe any past dogs you have owned:

Breed of dog(s), name, age, sex, spayed or neutered? Please describe your dog's personality/temperament.

References

Please list the name and phone number of one non-relative, who can verify that you are a responsible, reliable and caring person.

Is there anything else you’d like to share with us about yourself and your family that would help us know you and find the right match for you and the dogs we have up for adoption?

Adoption Application

What happens after you apply?

Applying to adopt a pit bull through BAPBR?

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