This additional document is to be read and signed by every person adopting an animal from the Animal Welfare Network (AWN). The signature is to be witnessed and the completed form passed to Gina Goindoo at Vinmer Veterinary Clinic for filing.

It is the intention of the Animal Welfare Network (AWN) only to advertise for Adoption animals which are in good health and of sound temperament. This cannot, however, be completely guaranteed and the AWN cannot assume any responsibility or liability for any problems (medical or physical problems with the animal or injury to the new owner or anyone else) that may occur after an animal is placed in a new home.

Most animals placed by the Animal Welfare Network will have received the following treatments prior to rehoming:

• Routine vaccination.
• Treatment for ectoparasites (such as ticks and fleas), worming, and bathing (dogs only).
• Female animals shall normally be spayed prior to placement in a new home to ensure that they cannot breed.
• Adult male animals shall normally be castrated to ensure they cannot father puppies.
• The Animal Welfare Network does not have the resources to finance extensive health profiles of each and every animal it rehomes. We do not carry out tests on liver or kidney function, Heartworm or exposure to Throatworm.

It is the responsibility of the person adopting the animal to ascertain exactly what tests, treatments and inoculations have been carried out and when. This information can be obtained from the veterinary clinic at which the animal has boarded or from the foster home. It is the responsibility of the adopting person to carry out any additional tests or treatments at their own expense.