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Choosing a Companion

With so many pet options available, it can be very difficult to select the right pet for your lifestyle. Before making a decision, take time to think about all the elements of each type of pet.

Size

Large, medium, or small pet? Consider the space you have available and any restrictions
your residence might have.

Age

Sure young animals are cute, but older pets typically mean less destructive behavior, well house trained, and a more graceful animal.

Personality

Outgoing and active or calm and self-contained? What personality disposition is best for you?

Choose the perfect cat to adopt. Choose the perfect dog to adopt.

Costs of Pet Ownership

Have you really considered the cost of pet ownership? Please think carefully and decide if you are ready for the commitment and responsibility of owning and caring for a pet. Remember, having and loving a pet is not a right, but a privilege!

Food

$24/month for a premium food such as Science Diet

Treats

$10/month for various treats

Veterinary
Expenses

$100 - $300/year for annual vaccinations, heartworm checks, and preventative medications

Heartworm
Prevention

$40 - $65/year

Flea/Tick
Prevention

$70/year

Grooming

$25/grooming session

Overnight
Boarding

$14 - $50/night

Toys & Misc

$50 - $150/year (this can go much higher)

Crate

$50 - $150 one time cost

Obedience
Training

$120/eight week program

Fencing

Actual or electronic fencing can cost hundreds or even thousands

The following items reflect the average costs of properly caring for a 40-50 lb. dog.

Foster Application

In order to be considered to be a foster home for ECCHA pets, you must:

  • You must be 18 years of age
  • Have the knowledge and consent of all adults in the household
  • Have verifiable identification
  • Understand that ECCHA has the right to deny your application

All required fields are marked with an asterisk (*)

I am interested in providing foster care for (check all that apply):

Small Animals:

Dogs:

Cats:

Personal Information

Living Accommodations

Please Note: A local vet comes to the shelter to exam our animals. The foster coordinator may advise a vet check regarding medical concerns that may arise with your foster. All animals have to see a vet before being adopted.

Animal Information

* Do you have pets of your own?

Pets 1

Add
* Are your animal(s) up to date on vaccinations?

Current Veterinary


Emergency Contact

Agreement

The undersigned applicant hereby grants the Eau Claire County Humane Association permission to confirm any information provided in this application with any appropriate third-party source, including landlords, veterinarians, etc. The information obtained will be held in confidence and used only by the Eau Claire County Humane Association for purposes of this adoption application.

I certify that all the information on this application is true and complete, and I understand that if any false information, omissions, or misrepresentations are discovered, my application may be rejected. I also understand that this adoption application is the sole property of the Eau Claire County Humane Association.

It is specifically understood that the Eau Claire County Humane Association reserves the right to deny any adoption application at its own discretion.

Typing your name below will serve as a legal signature.

By signing below, I am attesting to the truthfulness of my answers. Falsification of any of the above information will be grounds for disallowing the adoption of the rescue animal and possible removal of said animal from my home. Applicant must be 18 years of age or older. We reserve the right to refuse any applicant.

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