House of Ig Adoption Application

Today's Date * +

What animal are you interested in adopting? (name of pet) *

When will you be ready to adopt this animal? *

Your Information

Your First Name *

Your Last Name *

Street Address *

Address Line 2

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Names and ages of all permanent residents of your home (adults/children). *

Vet reference (please call your vet and give notice that we will call) Vet name, address & phone number.

Vet First Name *

Vet Last Name *

Street Address *

Address Line 2

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Home Information

Are you planning to move in the near future? *

Yes

No

What is the approximate date? * +

To what city and state?

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Do you live in a: *

Do you own or rent? *

Own

Rent

If you rent, you must provide a written letter from your landlord or a copy of the section of your lease stating that you are allowed to have this type of animal and showing any limitations. If you live in a condo or town home, you must show us written proof that you are allowed to have this type of animal there and show any restrictions. Is this something you are willing to provide? *

Yes

No

Thank you for your interest, but, we will need to ensure that your landlord is ok with your new pet. Please contact us for assistance.

Is anyone in your home allergic to the animal you're planning to adopt? *

Yes

No

Yes, but it is tolerable for them and they are OK with it.

Have you discussed this adoption with all members of your household? *

Yes

No

Yes, adults have discussed this, but the kids don't know yet

Please be aware that animals given as gifts for the holiday season are usually returned to rescues or given to shelters after the New Year's. With this in mind, are you sure that any reptile you are adopting will be a permanent resident? *

Yes

No

If applicable, will your children be taught how to gently and kindly handle this reptile? *

Yes

No

No Children

Experience

Have you ever had an reptile before? *

Yes

No

Do you have experience in caring for reptiles *

Yes

No

How many did you have or live in the same location now? *

How long did you have them? *

What is their age and sex (if known)? *

If you have more than one, do you house them separately or as a group? *

Separately

Group

If you no longer have the animal(s), why not? *

What socialization methods are you planning to use to acclimate this new reptile to yourself, your family, other pets, etc.? *

Enclosure and Care information

A typical annual expense for reptiles basic care is $500. This covers food, energy costs, annual permits (if required), etc. Additional investments include housing and veterinary care. Are you prepared to pay these expenses long-term? *

Yes

No

Please describe your quarantine procedures if you have other reptiles in your home. *

What type of enclosure do you currently have to house and your reptile? Please provide dimensions and the materials this is made from. Please include lighting information that will be used in the enclosure. *

Can you provide pictures ? In certain cases this may be used instead of a home visit. *

Yes

No

Please attach photos of the enclosure.

Do you need assistance with building an enclosure for your new reptile? *

Yes

No

Which member(s) of your household will be primarily responsible for the feeding, cleaning, handling (if appropriate) and general care of the reptile? *

If your new reptile gets lost, what steps will you take to find it? Explain below, please. *

Please list ALL food items you will feed your new reptile. Include how you will prepare the food and how often you will feed your reptile. *

How will you provide for your reptile’s care if you travel on business or vacations? *

Many reptiles live longer than 15 years. What provisions will you make to assure it is taken care of if you or the primary care-giver is no longer able to care for it? *

Additional reference (if desired)

Agree to terms and conditions

By signing below, you understand the terms of this form and adoptee. You hereby agree that you will not use this animal in any sort of fighting, breeding, or cruelty. You will love and care for this animal for the rest of its life, and you are committing to that. You also agree, that if for any circumstances you can no longer provide love and care for this animal, you will contact House of Ig and make arrangements to bring the animal back; under no circumstances can the animal be taken to another rescue or shelter. An exotic animal permit may be required to legally keep an iguana in your home, depending on your area. Please refer to your local animal control department to learn what the regulations are in your city. House of Ig assumes no liability or responsibility for fosters or adopters obtaining permits if required in their city. Reptiles can inflict damaging bites and tail whips. The adopter, if approved agrees to hold harmless House of Ig and it’s members if the caregiver or anyone that comes in contact with the reptile is injured. Adopter takes full responsibility for the animal, it’s care and surroundings. End of Life Concerns; Sadly, our iguana friends will eventually leave us either by a natural death or having to be euthanized due to extreme suffering. We strongly encourage you to have a necropsy. That is the animal equivalence to a human autopsy. Valuable data is gathered about the exact cause of death and the condition of the body. This vital information is used to help better understand the physiology and biology of the captive green iguana. The choice to have a necropsy done is yours. We respectfully request any data gained from a necropsy report that you share with House of Ig. This information will be kept confidential and is used for research purposes only. We are not interested in assigning blame. House of Ig fully understands how past care, or the lack of it, affects future health. Most of our iguanas come to us with an unknown care/medical history. Therefore, it is impossible to predict how long your iguana will live, and any medical issues that may arise. *

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