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Our next meetings will be:
May 12, 2008
June 2, 2008
July & August, no Meeting
Sept. 8, 2008
  at Kiamichi Technology Center in Poteau

Don't "Litter" have your Pets Spayed or Neutered


Kittens, cats, dogs, and puppies will anxiously await your arrival hoping for a new home! Check them out! You may just find a new, best friend. For more information, call (918) 649-0986. check out the bulletin board in the pet department at Wal*Mart for pictures of those available. Adoption Fees: $40 for pups and $90 dogs (depending on size); $20 for kittens and $50 for cats.  Remember, PVHS requires spaying/neutering; once the procedure is done, a portion of the adoption fee will be returned to you!

PVHS members can assist those wanting to adopt in person on Thurs., Fri., and Sat.  from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. or Mon, Tue, Wed
by appointment by calling (918) 649-0986

The Poteau Valley Humane Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to relieving the pain and suffering of animals through educational efforts as well as direct intervention. It is a community problem and we need the community's help to make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love and care for them. Poteau Valley Humane Society is supported entirely by volunteers and donations by people just like you. Your tax-deductible donation will help us save more animals, and do more for the people of our community.

You can help today by pledging a donation online: Contribute

For additional information on adoptions, contributions or how you can become a volunteer; contact the:

Poteau Valley Humane Society
326 Industrial Blvd.
Poteau, OK 74953-0015
918-649-0986

Mailing Address:
Poteau Valley Humane Society
P.O. Box 15
Poteau, Ok 74953

The Poteau Valley Humane Society meets regularly at 7 p.m. on the FIRST MONDAY  of each month at Kiamichi Technology Center, 1509 S. McKenna St. in Poteau.  

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Poteau Valley Humane Society
Application and Adoption Agreement
Revised 2/2006

Some Fields Required *

In Order to be considered for adoption, you must agree to the terms below and abide by City and County Ordinances and State Laws

Name of Pet applying for


Name:                Date:

                     (First) *                                            (Last) *
Address (Physical and Mailing Address)*
 
                                       (Street)

            
 (City) *                    (State)*     (Zip)*

Home Phone Number:   Work Phone Number:

Driver’s License State

E-Mail Address:*      

I’m looking for:

Please check all the following reasons for adopting a pet that may apply

Watch Dog     Breeding           Hunting            Family Pet
Guard Dog      Barn Cat           Mouser             Gift
Other

Would you have this pet spayed or neutered?Yes No-  If No. why not?

Adoption Information

Where do you currently live:House Apartment Condo Mobile Home

Type of Area:City Suburb Rural

How long have you lived at this address?  Years  Months

If you rent or lease, landlord’s name and phone number

Number/ adults in household   Number/children in household Age of Children(s) , ,

Does everyone in the house know you plan to adopt an animal ?

Who will be the primary caretaker?

Average hours per day you are home (Including sleep time)?

Where EXACTLY will the pet stay during the day?   Night?

If you move or go on vacation, who will care for the pet? 

If you are adopting a dog, do you have a yard?Yes No
Fenced?Yes  No

Is the fenced attached to the house? Yes No
What type of Fencing?

If you don’t have a fence how will the dog be allowed to exercise and eliminate?

Pet History

Have you ever adopted from an Animal Shelter/Rescue Group before?
Yes No    If Yes, When?

Name and address of Animal Shelter you have adopted from:

Are they spayed/neutered? Yes No

What happened to them?

IMPORTANT!!!!
If you have a pet(s) or have had a pet(s) in the past 5 years you must include the name & phone number where these pets were treated. Or other explanation or your application will NOT be processed.
Veterinarian
Vet Phone Number

Name Vets records will be found in relationship to applicant
NOTE: Due to the new federal laws regarding the privacy act, you will need to contact your vet and give permission for PVHS to contact them regarding the status of your pets records.

Are there any other pets at home? Yes or No? If yes, please include the age, gender and type of each pet:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:

What pets have you previously had? the past 5 years, Please include the age, gender and type of each pet:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:

Name: Age: Gender: Type:
 


TERMS AND CONDITIONS

I agree and understand the following terms and conditions:

I will never use the animal for research or fighting.
 I will provide proper food, water, shelter and companionship.
 I will treat as a family companion and will not subject the animal to abuse or cruelty. 
 I will agree to spay or neuter the animal if not already done.
 I will not use the animal for breeding purposes.
 I will provide regular veterinary care.
 I will NOT tie the dog or cat to a leash, Rope or chain as a means of confining the animal, except for emergency, short term duration.
 If for any reason I am unable to keep the animal, I will NEVER sell it or give it away—I will return it to P.V.H.S 

WILL You allow a member of the Poteau Valley Humane Society to call your home: Conduct a pre-adoption and/or follow-up visit(s) to your home to follow the progress of your pet? Yes No
If no, Why Not?

Signature:*       
By typing you name here you are agreeing with the terms and conditions of this adoption application.
Best time to reach you?

If you receive a visit, the Poteau Valley Humane Society Member will display proper identification.

Note:  For dog or puppy applications: If your residence is more than 40 miles from Poteau Oklahoma please email pics of fence type, yard or other area that the dog/puppy may spend time in to poteaupets@clnk.com  This MAY expedite your application

Spay/Neuter policy:

Any animal adopted must be spayed or neutered by a veterinarian, with the cost paid by adopter. Poteau Valley Humane Society will provide a coupon to assist with the cost of spay/neuter. If the animal is an adult, such operation shall be performed within two weeks of adoption. If the animal is young, it shall be spayed or neutered at six months of age, unless otherwise advised by a veterinarian. Any animal not spayed of neutered may be reclaimed by the Poteau Valley Humane Society or an Animal Control Officer Without refund to the adopter.

I agree to Spay/Neuter the animal on the terms listed above.

Signature:*         Date:
By typing you name here you are agreeing with the terms and conditions of this adoption application.

 

NOTE: If applicant is out of town, please be advised if your application is approved you must be willing to travel to our facility to finalize and pick up your new pet. WE WILL NOT SHIP A PET!