Foster Application | Pitiful Paws Rescue

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Once you fill out the Foster Application Form, we will be able to match you with a foster dog/puppy or cat/kitten that is a good fit for your home and lifestyle. If you interested in fostering one of our many wonderful animals, then you can indicate which one in the form below. Please remember that we provide everything for our foster homes: food, toys, and a crate (if needed). You provide the LOVE. Thank you for helping us with the greatest of rescue needs.

Full Name:

Date:

Street Address:

Street Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code:

E-mail address:

Home Phone Number:

Cell Phone Number:

How did you hear about us?

Information about your Household

How many people currently live in your home?

How many adults? (Those over 21):

How many children? (Those under 21):

Please list the ages of the children (those under the age of 21)

Do you

Where do you live?

How long have you been at your current address?

If you are renting are there pet restrictions?

If there are pet restrictions what are they?

Landlords Name:

Landlord’s Phone Number:

Please note that if you are renting we will contact your landlord to ask if fostering animals in your home is acceptable. You will not be able to foster until we receiver positive conformation.

How many pets are currently in your household?

Information about the foster animal

Who will be the primary caregiver of your foster animal?

Are you applying about a specific animal?

If the animal that you were interested in is not available, would you be interested in another of our animals?:

Are you interested in a:

Which of our animals are you interested in?:

Describe your yard:

Height of Fence:

If you are unsure of your fence height, please note that the usual height of a chain link fence is 3 ft, & 6 ft for a privacy fence.

Type of Fence:

Please note that foster dogs and puppies should not be left outside unsupervised for extended periods of time.

If you do not have a fenced in yard, do you agree to keep your foster dog on a leash at all times?:

How would you describe your experiences with animals?:Never had a petHad a childhood dogHad a childhood catHad one or more dogs as an adultHad one or more cats as an adultHave experience with powerful breedHave experience working with on going medical problems with a personal pet.Have experience working at a boarding kennel / resort / pet sitting service etc…Have experience working with behavioral problems with a personal pet.Have experience working in a veterinary hospital.Am a professional dog trainer.Have previous foster/rescue experience.

If you have worked with a rescue before please explain your role within the rescue:

Do you have experience with (Please check all that apply):Small DogsMedium DogsLarge Dogs

List experience with specific breeds:

What types of animals are you interested in fostering? (Please check all that apply):Adult DogAdult CatPuppiesKittensMother with Nursing PuppiesMother with Nursing KittensUn-weaned Puppies / Bottle BabiesSick Dog / PuppiesSick Cat / KittensInjured Dog / PuppiesInjured Cat / KittensDog / Puppy with behavioral IssuesLong Term Hospice CarePit Bull/Bully Breeds (preferably not within Huntington City limits)

How many hours during the AVERAGE day will your foster animal spend WITHOUT a human?:

Where will your foster animal be when someone is HOME?:

Where will your foster animal sleep?:

Which situations do you feel unprepared for?:Exessive BarkingDestructive ChewingNot House TrainedDiggingEscapingResource (Food/Toy) AgressionShy, Fearful, Under Socialized DogNot Good with ChildrenNot Good with OthersNot Good with Small Animals / CatsScratching / BitingAdministering MedicationsProviding On Going TrainingVery High Activity LevelDeaf / Blind Dogs

Do you have a preference on size?:

If yes what size do you prefer?

Do you have a preference on breed?:

If yes what breeds do you prefer?:

Do you have a preference on age?:

If yes what age(s) do you prefer?:

Please tell us anything else you would like us to know to help match you up with the right foster animal:

Please read the following carefully:Pitiful Paws Rescue determines the criteria for fostering, decides which animals are eligible for foster care, and appoints foster caregivers from a pre-approved list of trained providers. PPR will require you to go fill out a foster application, a Pitiful Paws Rescue Foster Care Agreement. PPR staff will inform you of any medical treatments to be administered, the anticipated length of the foster-care period, the objectives of each particular placement (restoring to health, rearing to adoptable age, socialization, etc.), and any other restrictions or expectations we may have.You will be expected to keep the animal safe and secure, return it to PPR when requested to do so, and not promise the animal to anyone, or imply that you have the authority to approve a potential adoption. PPR retains ownership of all animals placed in foster care, and will make all decisions regarding the adoption & placement of the animals fostered.PPR does not accept into this program those convicted of violent crimes involving animal cruelty or neglect.Pitiful Paws will provide food, supplies, and vetting. The foster parent may be asked to transport the animals to and from for veterinary appointments, surgery, vaccinations, etc., The foster parent may also be responsible for transporting the animal to and from adoption events.I have read and understand the statements above. I certify that all the information contained in this application is true and correct. I understand that although PPR takes reasonable care to screen animals for foster care placement, it makes no guarantees relating to the animals’ health, behavior or actions. I understand that I receive foster care animals at my own risk and can decline to accept any animal for which PPR has asked me to provide care. I acknowledge that PPR is not responsible for any property damage or personal injury suffered by me, members of my household, including my own animals, or any third parties during a foster placement, and I assume liability to provide adequate controls to prevent such damage or injury.While entering your name in the digital signature area it will serve as a preliminary agreement, please note that you will have to sign a physical copy of our fostering form before the animal is placed within your care.

AgreementI agree to the terms & conditions

Digital Signature (Full name):