Foster ApplicationLet’s work together to save lives! Name * First Name Last Name Age (You MUST be 18+) * Cell Phone * (###) ### #### Email * Name of Employer or School * Occupation * Address Address 1 Address 2 City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country How long have you lived here? * Type of Housing * Single Family Home Townhome/Condo Apartment If you have a yard, is it completely fenced? * Yes No Not Applicable Do you Rent or Own? * Rent Own I live with family Other Does your landlord support you fostering a dog? * Yes No If you rent: Please provide your landlords full name and phone number Does your housing have any breed, weight, or size restrictions? Including yourself, how many people live in your home? * Are all members of household supportive of fostering a dog? * Are there any children in the home? * If yes, please list ages Please list information on any and all animals in the home * Type (dog, cat, other) Breed Age Whether or not altered Are they up to date on vaccinations If no other animals, fill out N/A Where do your pets sleep In your bed, crate, their own bed, backyard, etc. What does a normal day look like for you? How many hours a day will your foster dog be alone? Where will your foster dog be when they are left alone? Crate, in a closed room, backyard etc. If necessary, would it be possible to keep your foster dog separate from resident dog(s) to allow them to decompress? * Have you fostered a dog before? * Yes No Why do you want to foster a dog? * Are you able to foster the dog until they get adopted? Can be up to a few months, can be more and can be less. Are you able to reliably take your foster dog to and from vet appointments and adoption events? Yes No Is anyone in your home allergic to animals? * Yes No Are you willing to work with your foster dog on any behavioral issues if they arise? * This can include separation anxiety, barking, digging, accidents, leash pulling etc. Are there any behavioral issues you would NOT be willing to work on? What would be a dealbreaker for you? We never really know if a shelter dog is potty trained, are you willing to train with love and patience? * Please describe how often, the length and type of exercise you will provide your foster dog Are you willing to accommodate meet and greets with your foster dog and potential home? Yes No Are you willing to keep your foster dog on a leash at all times outside of the home unless they are in a private enclosed backyard that is supervised? * Yes No Do you agree to NEVER take your foster dog to a dog park? * Yes No Do you agree to send multiple photos/video updates throughout the week to help find your foster dog a home? * Yes No We provide all basic supplies. If you wish to be reimbursed for anything it must first be approved by the rescue. Do you agree? * We require a two week notice if you need to return your foster dog. Is that something you feel you can accommodate? * PLEASE NOTE: We do NOT have fosters on stand by, if you're unable to foster please realize the strain it puts on the rescue and give us time to find other placement. We cover all medical expenses but these must first be approved by us. Do you understand? * Any behavioral or medical concerns about your foster dog must be brought to our attention immediately. Do you understand? * If you go out of town, who will care for your foster dog? * Is there a certain dog you are hoping to foster? If that dog is no longer in need of a foster, would you be open to fostering another dog in need? Please share your preferences in terms of size, breed, energy level, etc. Fosters for large dogs are our biggest need. Are there any breeds you don't feel comfortable fostering? * Please provide two personal references that don't live in your home and aren't related to you. Include full name, phone number, relationship and years known for each: * Please provide full name and contact info of at least one other adult in your home: * N/A if you live alone Is there anything else you'd like us to know? By sending this electronically, I acknowledge that I have completely read this application and comprehend it fully. I understand that applying does not ensure approval and that untruthful answers or failure to comply with the requirements of this application can result in the forfeiture of any Advocate4Paws animal fostered by me. I certify that the above information is correct, and I understand that the information will be verified. I understand that by submitting this form electronically, I agree to release and covenant to hold harmless Advocate4Paws and it's members from any claims, damages, costs, or actions incurred because of the care or actions of the foster dog. I accept full responsibility for the dog(s) actions at all times, and release Advocate4Paws from any liabilities or damages that may be incurred because of fostering such dog(s). I agree to have Advocate4Paws complete reference call checks and conduct a home visit inspection (whether virtually or in person) to be able to approve my foster application. I agree that if I'm unable to foster the dog(s) anymore that I will return the dog(s) to Advocate4Paws and give Advocate4Paws a 2 week period to try and find another suitable foster for the dog(s). * I agree Electronic signature * Date * MM DD YYYY Thank you! Your application has been received! Please give us 24 hour to review your application.
