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BARREN RIVER

ANIMAL WELFARE ASSOCIATION

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Online Application

Fill out our comprehensive online adoption application to help us understand your home and lifestyle.

Adoption Process Steps

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Our team reviews your application and will reach back out to discuss the next steps and potential matches.

BRAWA Review

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Approved & Meeting

Once approved, come visit us in person. Please be ready with the following required items:

  • Valid Gov ID
  • Landlord/Ownership Proof​
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Adoption Application

Thank you for choosing to adopt. This form is the first step in matching you with a pet that complements your lifestyle and home environment.

Are you 21 or older?
Yes
No
Where do you live?
House
Apartment
Townhome
Do you:
Rent
Own
Will the animal be primarily inside or outside:
Inside
Outside
Fenced Yard?
Yes
No
If there are any children in the home, are you prepared to not only train the animal but also prepare the child/children for the responsibility of how to respect an animal?
Yes
No
Are your animals current and up to date on all vaccines such as Rabies as required by Kentucky State Law?
Yes
No

*If adopting a dog/puppy please answer:

Have you ever experienced PARVO?
Yes
No
If NO, do you know what PARVO is?
Yes
No
Are you willing to commit to this animal’s full life span, keeping in mind that the average lifespan of any pet is approximately 15 years?
Yes
No
I understand that BRAWA has the right to do a home visit at any time to check on the welfare of the cat/dog I have adopted.
Yes
No
If you can no longer care for your pet, would you be willing to rehome the pet to a family member, close family friend, or neighbor before returning them to shelter life?
Yes
No
I give permission for my adoption picture to be used as social media/marketing material for BRAWA:
Yes
No

What Happens Next

Thank you for your application! We review each submission carefully and will respond within 3–5 business days. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee approval.

Submission Policy

Please ensure all fields are answered with as much detail as possible. Incomplete applications may result in delays. BRAWA reserves the right to verify all information provided, including housing status and veterinary records.

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