Foster Contract

Pre Screening Form
Dog Intake

Please read before submitting your application.

As a foster family I agree to provide nutritious meals, fresh water, grooming, a safe environment, and appropriate shelter for this foster dog. I will not leave my foster dog tied up, especially when unattended. I will never leave my foster dog unattended in a vehicle when it is 75 degrees or hotter, even with the windows rolled down. I understand that this can cause heat stroke and the death of a dog. I agree to arrange my family’s schedule so that the dog is seldom left alone for more than eight hours at a stretch. I agree to play with, pet and give attention to my foster dog when I am home. I agree to let my team leader know if there is any change in the health of the dog and will get clearance before I get anything other then emergency care for my foster dog. I will check my foster dog regularly for any signs of illness. I will do frequent flea and tick checks on my foster dog.

I will give a firm “NO!” or shake coins in a can to let my foster dog know that he is exhibiting bad behavior. I will not hit my foster dog. I understand that dog trainers acknowledge that this is an ineffective way of changing bad behavior. I will seek to modify behavior by praising the behavior that I desire. I agree to consult with my team leader, the Pet Helpline (480) 898-7387, dog care books or videos from the library if I am experiencing any behavior difficulties with my foster dog. I will closely supervise my dog when around children (especially children, or adults, he/she is not familiar with). I will closely monitor my foster dog when near roadways or water, when riding in a vehicle (preferably the dog should be in a dog crate during car travel) and in any other situation which is potentially dangerous to my foster dog. I will have my foster dog wear an identification tag (preferably with a phone number) at all times. I agree to any home visits needed, as determined by DOG RESCUE. I will relinquish the dog upon request.

I understand that DOG RESCUE does its best to evaluate a dog’s temperament and behavior. I will not hold DOG RESCUE liable for any damage the dog does. DOG RESCUE is concerned about the health of the animals in its care and exercises due caution to prevent the transmission of diseases. Unless you are notified otherwise, the animals you foster will have been given preventive immunizations. However, because of the dire circumstances from which many of the rescue animals come, any animal may carry or could have already been exposed to an infectious disease, which may not be apparent for several days. DOG RESCUE cannot warrant or guarantee the foster dog is healthy or good-natured. Any animal has the potential to bite or cause injury. You have determined for yourself the animal is acceptable for you and your household to foster, and you agree to indemnify and hold DOG RESCUE, DOG RESCUE volunteers and other DOG RESCUE representatives harmless for any illness the animal may develop and any injury or damage this foster dog may cause once you have taken possession of the animal. By signing below, you acknowledge that you have read, understand and agree to all terms laid out in the two pages of this contract.***

If you are in agreement to these terms, please complete the form below and press the submit key to send your application form.

***If DOG RESCUE is forced to retain an attorney in enforcing this contract, recipient agrees to pay DOG RESCUE’s reasonable attorney’s fees and costs incurred in same.

DOG RESCUE FOSTER HOME CONTRACT

Name:
Phone:
Address:
City:
Zip:
Major Cross Streets:
E-mail Address
Alternate E-mail Address
Place of Work:
What Type of Work do You Do?
Name of Employer:

Names and Numbers of 3 people who will always know how to contact you
Name	Relationship	(H)	(W)
Name	Relationship	(H)	(W)
Name	Relationship	(H)	(W)


What makes you want to foster a pet now
What kinds of pets have you previous had
What happened to them
What is the longest you have owned a pet
Do you know how to crate train a pet		Yes No
Do you know basic dog obedience techniques?		Yes No
Please describe any training/experience you have had in handling animals:
Do your pets have licenses/identification/microchips?		Yes No

Please list the pets you now have in your home:
TYPE OF PET
AGE
(FE)MALE
SPAYED/NEUTERED
DATE/TYPE OF VACCINATION
SUBMISSIVE/DOMINANT

Do you have children		Yes No
Ages
Are your children trained to handle animals gently?		Yes No
Will the children be closely supervised while with your foster dog?		Yes No
Who will be the primary foster caretaker for the dog?
Who will feed, water, and walk the dog (at least 3 times per week)?
Is everyone aware of the amount of time and attention a dog needs?		Yes No
What is the family schedule like?
How long will the foster dog be left alone?
Where will you keep the dog when no one is home?

Do you live in a house/apartment/other?
Do you rent or own?
If you rent, do you have permission in writing from the owner/manager to keep a dog?		Yes No
What is the pet weight limit?
Do you have a secure, fenced in yard?		Yes No
What type of fence?
How high?
How big is the yard?
Do you have a covered, shaded area in the yard or a dog house?		Yes No
Do you have a doggie door?		Yes No

What will you do if your foster dog knocks over a plant or chews something in your home?
What if your foster dog turns out to be a “barker”?
What if your pet plays roughly/is aggressive?
What will you do if your foster dog has a potty accident?
What do you plan to do if the foster dog does not work out in your home?
What types of dogs or cats would you like to foster?
Are you willing to attend dog obedience classes or seminars offered by DOG RESCUE?		Yes No
Do you or any of your family members have any known allergies to dogs		Yes No

By clicking the SUBMIT APPLICATION button you are certifying that all your answers are true and correct.