Eligibility & Application Process:

• I certify that I am 24 years old or above.

• I confirm that all members of the household are in agreement to adopt a new animal - all adults are available to participate in the interview (zoom)

• I certify the information I have given is true and realise that any misrepresentation will result in my losing the privilege of adopting the animal.

• I certify that I am filling the adoption application for myself and not anyone else.

• I understand that filling out an adoption form on www.leafanimals.com does not guarantee adoption.

• I understand that if I don't show up to the online interview for 15 minutes without a notice, Leaf Animals will end the call and cancel the interview.

• I understand that if I don't show up to the online interview for 15 minutes without a notice, Leaf Animals has the right to reject my  application and cancel my adoption process.

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Application & Adoption Timeline:

• I understand that the adoption process takes time to ensure success and that Leaf Animals will not adopt an animal out because I am in a hurry to adopt.

• I understand that failure to reply to the approval message in 72 hours will get my application automatically rejected.

• I understand that not following the steps of the adoption process in 72 hours will get my application automatically rejected.

• I understand that Leaf Animals will hold on to my application for only 2 months maximum only if I didn't go through the interview yet. If after the interview the adoption process didn't continue, I will refill an application if I want.

• I acknowledge that in the event of adopting another animal from Leaf Animals after a period of at least 2 months following a previous adoption, I am obligated to complete the standard adoption process anew for each additional animal I wish to adopt.

• If I am not contacted within one week of applying to adopt or foster, I understand that my application was not approved and I do not hold Leaf Animals responsible. 

• I acknowledge that my application can be rejected by either Leaf Animals or the animal's uploader and that Leaf Animals can't disclose the reasons for rejection.

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Fees & Potential Changes:

• I understand that the service fee for dog adoption ( 1,100 EGP or equivalent) is non-refundable if I already received the adoption pre-recorded workshop.

• In the case of dog adoption, I understand that I will receive a partial refund of 400 EGP only if I have not yet received the adoption workshop video, which is included in the dog adoption service fee.

• I understand that the cat adoption fee of 600 EGP is non-refundable in all cases. 

• If my application had been approved, Leaf Animals will support me to adopt another animal instead if my desired animal becomes unavailable.

• I understand that Leaf Animals will not put me in touch with the animal's uploader/current guardian if I still haven't made the payment.

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Responsibility & Care of the Animal:

• I confirm that neither me nor any member of my household is allergic to the animal prior to adoption.

• I agree to not breed the animal I adopt for any reason. 

• I am aware that Leaf Animals is absolutely against breeding animals for any purpose whether it's for financial gain or not. 

• I confirm that I will not breed the animal I adopt, and if I do breed the animal, Leaf Animals is not responsible for the litter in any way.

• I am financially able to provide for all of my animal’s needs including food, supplies, shelter, wellbeing, and veterinary care.

• I will provide the animal with adequate security, stability, care, and identity tag at all times.

• It is my responsability to make sure the animal is free of diseases and I do not hold Leaf Animals liable if the animal turns out to be sick or needs medical attention.

• I will register the animal with a qualified vet, maintain a vaccination and worming program, and bear all necessary treatment costs.

• I acknowledge that Leaf Animals cannot guarantee any animals against parasites, diseases, or destructive behaviour.

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Behavior & Training:

• I agree to contact Leaf Animals for any behavioral or health problems and work with them for solutions.

• I am open to training recommendations from Leaf Animals.

• I understand that Leaf Animals follow force-free methods when it comes to animal behavior and training.

• When adopting a puppy, I understand the need for a flexible schedule and agree to a Force-Free training plan.

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Guardianship & Relocation:

• The adopted animal must be treated as a family member and live inside the home.

• In case of travel or relocation, the animal must remain with me, and I bear all associated costs.

• The animal cannot be passed to another owner or rescue centre without Leaf Animals' prior written consent.

 

Privacy & Confidentiality:

• I understand that the home video I upload on the application will not be shared or viewed by anyone except Leaf Animal's adoption coordinator.

• I understand that Leaf Animals will not share my contact information with anyone unless I asked them to.

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Communication & Data:

• I allow Leaf Animals to retain my contact information for periodic communication.

• I understand that Leaf Animals will contact me from time to time to follow up on my adopted animal.

• I will check my email regularly for adoption request updates.

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Breach of Agreement:

• Leaf Animals reserves the right to remove the animal from my care if any terms are broken without compensation.

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Please ensure all provided information is accurate to facilitate a smooth adoption process.