Application for Surrender

Lab Rescue of Greater Richmond

Application for Surrender
Please note: Foster homes are limited and are prioritized for shelter dogs who are at immediate risk of euthanasia. Because of this, we may not have an available foster home for owner surrenders right away. However, we are happy to work with you to keep your dog safely in your home while we help find an adopter or until an appropriate foster home becomes available. Thank you for your understanding and for giving us the opportunity to help your dog.
Owner's Information
Owner's Name

First NameLast Name
Contact E-mail:*
Cell Number:*
Co-Owner's Name

First NameLast Name
Contact E-mail:
Cell Number:
Address where the dog is located *

Street Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Are you the legal owner of the dog being surrendered?*
If not the legal owner, who is the legal owner of the dog.
Legal owner;s Name and Phone Number
If not the legal owner, please explain below.
Dog's Information
Photos of face & body

Take photo at dog's level.
Face/head, ears photo *

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Standing side body/ tail photo*

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Dog's Name:*
Is the dog a pure bred Lab?*
If known, what is the breed mix of the dog?
Birthday, if known

MonthDayYear
Date
Age:*
Weight:*
Color:*
Sex:*
Is your female spayed?
If no, when was the start of her last heat cycle?
Is your male neutered?
How long have you owned the dog?*
Where did you get the dog?*
Dog's Home Life
How many hours is the dog home alone on a typical work day?*
Where does your dog stay when you are away from the home?*

Inside, Free reinInside CratedBaby Gated insideOutsideKennel/Pen outsideDoggie Day Care
Comments:*
Where does your dog stay at night?*

Inside, Free reinInside/CratedBaby Gated insideOutsideKennel/Pen outside
Comments:*
Is the dog house trained?*

YesNo
Is your yard fenced?*

YesNoOther
If yes, will the dog jump over the fence.

YesNo
Comments on height and style of fence.
Are there other pets in the home?*
Please tell us about the other pets in the home and how this dog behaves around those pets.
What is the current exercise routine?*
What is the brand of dog food used and feeding schedule?*
Your Dog's Personality and Training
Training*

I have trained on my ownI have used a professional trainerThe dog has received no training
Professional Trainer's Company/Name
Type of training equipment used*

Flat collarHarnessProng collarE-collarGentle leaderClickerSpray bottleTreatsOther
The dog knows/displays the following*

Likes to fetchLikes to swimLikes car ridesJumps on peopleNervous in the carBarkerGood on leashKnows DownPulls on leashKnows SitKnows ComeKnows StaySocial with PeopleHigh EnergyLow energyFood MotivatedPrey DriveOther
Comments on any of the above*
Dog's Temperament*

Social / Friendly with Strangers (People)Nervous / Needs time to warm upPlayful/OutgoingCalm and RelaxedEasily DistractedShy/ Easily FrightenedOther
Comments on any of the above*
Dog Friendliness*

Dog FriendlyFriendly with small dogsAggressive with small dogsDog aggressiveReactive to other dogsOther
Please explain how your dog greets other dogs. *
Appropriately sniffs ,comes in fast, growls, lunges, barks, happy and comfortable, stiffens
Cat Friendliness*

Aggressive with catsCat FriendlyUnknownOther
Is your dog good with children *
Ages of children the dog has been exposed to
If children are in the home, do the children and dog interact together? Please explain how your dog reacts and interacts with children (Dog's Body Language) If not good with children, please explain behavior with kids in detail.
Has the dog bitten a child or adult?*

YesNo
If Yes, Please Explain:
Does your dog display any resource guarding with the following. (Resource guarding refers to a dog displaying behavior (growling, snapping, etc.) intended to convince other dogs or humans to stay away from a particular treasure or “resource.”). You can also think of it as 'possessiveness.' The resource can be food, treats, toys, a place (a bed or favorite chair), or occasionally a person.*

FoodToysCrateBedHumansOther DogsOther
If Yes, Please Explain:
Any destructive behaviors?*
Dog's Health Information
Does your dog have any mobility concerns? If Yes, please explain.*
Stairs, wood floors,etc
Is the dog current on vaccines?*

RabiesDistemper/Parvo/LeptoBordetellaNot current on vaccines
Is the dog currently on Heartworm preventative?*

YesNo
When was preventative last given?
Date of last Heartworm test:
Flea preventative?*

YesNo
Does your dog take any medication? If so please list here*
Stairs, wood floors,etc
Is the dog Microchipped?*
If Microchipped, where is the chip registered and what is the Microchip Number?
General Health Comments*
Veterinary Information
Veterinarian Practice :*
Veterinarian Practice Phone Number:*
Veterinarian Address:*
If your dog is not up to date on Vaccines and/or Heartworm Test, are you able to get the dog up to date before surrendering?

Yes, I can get my dog up to date prior to surrendering.No, I am unable to financial afford veterinary care for my dog.
* You will need to give your veterinarian permission to speak with a LRGR volunteer.
I have spoken to my veterinarian and have given them permission to speak with Lab Rescue.*

YesNo
Reason for giving up the dog?*
Preferred Time Frame for Rehoming Your Dog:*

Urgent (within 2-3 weeks) – I need help quickly.Soon (within 3–6 weeks) – I can keep the dog for a few more weeks.Flexible (over 1 month) – I can keep the dog until an adopter is found.
If there are any specific concerns or situations we should be aware of—such as housing issues, family emergencies, medical needs (yours or the dog’s), or behavioral challenges—please share them below. This information helps us better understand your situation and plan accordingly:
Will you be donating the dog's crate?
By submitting this electronic form, I acknowledge that all the information on this form is true and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation of fact may result in legal action by Lab Rescue.*

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Lab Rescue of Greater Richmond

Owner's Information

Dog's Information

Photos of face & body

Dog's Home Life

Your Dog's Personality and Training

Dog's Health Information

Veterinary Information