Adoption application

Tell us about your home

This application helps Heartbound Guinea Pig Rescue & Sanctuary start a thoughtful conversation. It works best when you answer honestly, even if your setup is still being planned.

01 Applicant contact information

Full nameEmailPhoneStreet addressCityStateZIP code

02 Household and environment

What is your housing situation?

I own my homeI rent my homeI live in someone else’s home

Has whoever controls your housing approved a guinea pig?

No approval needed — the decision is mineYes, guinea pigs are approvedNo, guinea pigs are not approvedI have not asked yet

Adults in the householdChildren under 18

Ages of children under 18Only needed if you have children under 18.Tell us the age of each child.

Are there other pets in the home?

NoYes

List their species and agesOnly needed if you have other pets.Tell us their species and ages.Primary caregiver name

03 Housing and enclosure setup

Where will the enclosure be located?

Living or family roomBedroomDedicated pet roomOther

Other cage locationOnly needed if you selected “Other” above.Tell us where it will go.Other enclosure typeOnly needed if you selected “Other” above.Tell us what type you will use.

Enclosure length (inches)Enclosure width (inches)

What bedding will you use? Select all that apply.

Fleece linersKiln-dried pine or aspenPaper beddingOther

Other beddingOnly needed if you selected “Other” above.Tell us what bedding you will use.

04 Diet and care knowledge

What should make up about 80% of the daily diet?

Unlimited fresh grass hay (Timothy or orchard)PelletsVegetablesOther

Other main diet componentOnly needed if you selected “Other” above.Tell us what it will be.

What vitamin C sources will you use? Select all that apply.

Fresh bell peppers or leafy greensVitamin C supplement tabletsWater dropsOther

Other vitamin C sourceOnly needed if you selected “Other” above.Tell us which source you will use.

If adopting one guinea pig, do you have a compatible guinea pig at home?

YesNoNot applicable; I prefer a pair or group

Preferred exotic veterinarian or clinicYou may leave this blank if you are still researching.

05 Preferences and intentions

Which guinea pigs are you interested in? Select any that appeal to you.

Selecting a guinea pig indicates your preference only and does not reserve or guarantee that animal. Availability and compatibility may change. Heartbound Guinea Pig Rescue & Sanctuary may recommend a different guinea pig or bonded pair based on the best fit for the adopter and animals.

Your ordered shortlist

Add up to 8 guinea pigs. Your first choice appears first; choosing a bonded group includes every guinea pig in it.

Sage and YarrowBonded pair · Sage & YarrowAvailable

Specific traits you are interested inWhat is your plan for your pets if you move, travel, or experience a major life change?

Photos

Please upload photos of your enclosure if possible.

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06 Applicant declaration

Declaration version 2026-08-22

By entering my name and submitting this application, I certify that all information provided in this application is true and correct. I understand that completing this form does not guarantee adoption approval, and Heartbound Guinea Pig Rescue & Sanctuary reserves the right to deny any application in the best interest of the animals.

I have read and agree to the declaration.Type your full legal name

Please submit only information requested by this form. Heartbound Guinea Pig Rescue & Sanctuary will review your application privately.

Tell us about your home

01 Applicant contact information

02 Household and environment

03 Housing and enclosure setup

04 Diet and care knowledge

05 Preferences and intentions

Add a guinea pig preference

Photos

06 Applicant declaration

Thank you for opening your heart.