| 1. Submit Adoption Inquiry |
User applies for a selected pet. |
- Auto-filled application form
- Rescue-specific questions
- Inquiry routed to rescue
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| 2. Rescue Review & Follow-Up |
Rescue evaluates the adopter’s application. |
- Requests additional info
- Schedules interview
- Landlord approval (if renting)
- Reference/vet checks
- Messaging, uploads, status updates
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| 3. Meet & Greet |
Adopter meets the pet virtually or in person. |
- Schedule visit
- Use built-in calendar
- Optional foster-to-adopt trial
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| 4. Home Check |
Rescue verifies the home environment. |
- Virtual home tour
- In-person home visit
- Guided checklists
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| 5. Final Adoption Approval |
Rescue makes a decision after all checks. |
- Approved / conditional / declined
- User notified in app
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| 6. Adoption Agreement & Fees |
Legal and payment steps. |
- Digital contract signing
- Secure adoption fee payment
- Document storage
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| 7. Pickup / Delivery |
Pet is transferred to the adopter. |
- Pickup or transport scheduled
- Handoff checklists
- Transport tracking
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| 8. Post-Adoption Support |
Resources and follow-ups after adoption. |
- Care guides
- Trainer/vet marketplace
- Follow-up surveys
- Reminders for vaccines & microchip
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