STAFF GUIDE

FOR

pets for patriots

shelter partners

Shelter staff guide

★ What is an eligible adoption

★ Who is an eligible adopter

★ Sample Patriots member letter

★ How it works

★ Questions? Call us at 877-4-PET CADET (877-473-8223)

or email at partner@petsforpatriots.org

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What is an eligible adoption? An eligible pet must meet at least ONE following criteria

★ Adult dog or cat: two years of age or older

★ Large dogs: 40+ pounds, regardless of age

★ Special needs dog or cat: animal that is disabled or

otherwise limited in its physical abilities due to injury,

prior abuse or neglect, or birth defect - or that has a

medical condition requiring ongoing vigilance,

medication or special treatment; regardless of age.

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Who is an eligible adopter?

★ Any member of any branch of the U.S. military, at

any stage of their career (active, reserve, veteran)

★ Must adopt pet for him/herself; cannot adopt on

behalf of, or for another person

★ Must present Pets for Patriots membership

confirmation letter; no exceptions (sample letter,

next page)

★ Individuals must first register with Pets for Patriots

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Sample Patriots member letter

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Under no circumstances is a member Patriot permitted to adopt a pet on behalf of, or for another person.Note: body of letter may vary slightly from sample.

How it works: Eligibility

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Eligibility1

Member Patriot presents membership confirmation email letter to shelter staff upon initial

visit to choose a pet

How it works: Adoption

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Adoption2

Shelter staff assists member Patriot in choosing an eligible,

needs- and lifestyle-appropriate dog or cat

How it works: Confirmation

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Confirmation3

Fax or email final adoption contract to us, including:★Patriot name, address (for cross-check)★Name, age, type of pet (dog/cat)★Dog size (especially if 40+ pounds)★Special needs (if applicable)

Fax: 866-265-4603Email: partner@petsforpatriots.org

Questions or ideas?

Call us at 877-4-PET CADET

(877-473-8223) or email at

partner@petsforpatriots.org

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