Almost Home Canine Rescue Foster Application

Almost Home Rescue values its foster homes. We do not have a shelter facility so we rely solely on volunteers who can foster pets in their homes. We are constantly contacted about all shapes and sizes of dogs and cats that need a place to stay while we help them find a forever home. Even fostering 1 animal changes a life for that animal! Please complete the information below to begin this foster home application process.

Contact Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Address 1 *

Address 2

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Phone *

Email Address *

Do you own your home or rent? *

If you rent, please provide your landlord's name and phone number.

Tell Us More About Your Family And Home

Please list the names and ages of the people who live in your home. This is primarily so we know how many people will be helping take care of the foster dog, and what ages of children you may have. *

Please list the current animals you have in your home. Please include breed, gender and age. *

Is there any other pet(s) residing on your property that hasn't been previously listed or described above? If yes, please list and explain. *

Please list any pets you had in your home in the last 3 years and why they are no longer with you (deceased, rehomed, etc.) *

Are your animals spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccines and flea/tick preventatives? *

Is your yard completely fenced in? Having a fence is not a requirement for fostering; we ask this because there are some dogs who require a fenced in yard. *

What height of fence do you have?

Where would the animal stay during the day when the family is home? *

Where would the animal sleep at night? *

How many hours a day will your foster animal be home alone? *

How would you describe your level of activity at your home? *

Additional Information

Why do you want to foster? *

How did you hear about Almost Home Canine Rescue? What specifically made you want to foster? (Facebook post, friend, Petco Meet and Greet, etc) *

What type of dog are you interested in fostering? (Please check all that apply) *

What traits, if any, should your fosters have? *

Do you agree to keep AHCR dogs leashed at all times, for the safety of our dogs, as well as fosters, volunteers and the public? *

Have you integrated a new dog into your home with resident dogs before? *

Are you comfortable doing a "2 week shut down" for any new foster dog? This is something that the foster team will go over with you, if you are unfamiliar with. *

Yes

No

What is a 2 week shut down?

Have you ever been charged with or convicted of a felony? *

Yes

No

If yes, please provide information about the charge(s) and dates:

Have you ever been charged with neglect, abandonment, or mistreatment of an animal? *

Yes

No

References

Personal Reference (Non-relatives only please)

Name *

Phone *

Relationship

Personal Reference

Name *

Phone *

Relationship

Personal Reference

Name *

Phone *

Relationship

Vet Reference

Veterinarian Name *

Veterinarian Clinic *

Phone *

Landlord Name (Put NA if Own Home): *

Landlord Phone Number: *

Foster Agreement

Please read each of the following statements. Click "yes" if you agree, and "no" if you do not.

1. I agree to foster the pet(s) for the benefit of the pet(s) and not for any person gain or expectation of ownership. *

Yes

No

2. If I wish to adopt the pet(s) I am fostering, I understand I am required to pay the adoption fee, regardless of any expenses I voluntarily spent on the pet(s). *

Yes

No

3. I understand there will be no charge to AHCR from me for boarding/caring for the pet(s). *

Yes

No

4. I understand that AHCR warrants that it has NO knowledge of any vicious or destructive tendencies on the part of the pet(s). I acknowledge and understand that pet(s) by nature are somewhat unpredictable, and that the pet(s) may cause damage to persons or objects associated with the caregiver or caregiver’s premises. I nevertheless assume that risk. *

Yes

No

5. I understand it is recommended that the pet(s) be isolated from my personal pets until slow proper introductions are done, we recommend a 2 week shut down when bringing a new animal into your home. *

Yes

No

6. I understand AHCR is not liable for any illness or disease a person or pet may contract from the pet(s) in my care. *

Yes

No

7. Should any damages occur against my pet, from the pet(s), which I am providing foster care to, I understand AHCR will NOT pay for any veterinary care needed for my pet. *

Yes

No

8. Should any damages occur against the pet(s), which I am providing foster care to, caused by my pet, I understand I am responsible for the veterinary bills incurred. *

Yes

No

9. While responsible for the care of the pet(s) in a reasonable and loving manner, I am NOT liable for injury or death that may naturally occur to the foster pet(s) in my care. *

Yes

No

10. If the pet(s) in my care dies, I will contact AHCR immediately for appropriate documentation for the case and disposal of pet(s). *

Yes

No

11. AHCR will provide the pet(s) with the appropriate vaccinations and boosters if applicable. *

Yes

No

12. I UNDERSTAND AHCR MUST BE CONTACTED PRIOR TO ANY VETERINARY VISITS. NO VET VISITS CAN OCCUR WITHOUT NOTIFYING AHCR because it must be documented for the case. I understand that any vet appointments that are not pre-approved by the board team (except in reasonable emergencies) are my financial responsibility. *

Yes

No

13. I understand in rare circumstances if AHCR is not able to provide veterinary care to the pet(s) I am fostering, it may be deemed necessary to humanely euthanize the pet(s). I understand an appropriate official of AHCR. *

Yes

No

14. AHCR will provide all necessary materials to foster this/these pet(s) such as food, medications, collars, leashes, & crates. If I choose to feed the pet(s) another type of food, it will be at my expense. *

Yes

No

15. All material borrowed from AHCR must be returned upon completion of fostering. *

Yes

No

16. I agree to inform any individuals who are interested in one or more of the pet(s) I am caring for, to apply via the email info@almosthomecaninerescue.com and the applicant’s information will be reviewed thoroughly as any other application would be & the applicant will be responsible for full cost of the adoption. *

Yes

No

17. I agree to immediately return all pet(s) fostered to AHCR when requested. *

Yes

No

18. A representative of AHCR has permission to inspect my home where the pet(s) will be housed per his/her request at any time. *

Yes

No

19. If it is determined by either party that the terms of this agreement cannot be fulfilled, the agreement may be terminated unilaterally and without notice. The pet(s) will be immediately returned to the custody and control of AHCR. *

Yes

No

20. If I have neglected to initial any item in this contract, symbolizing disagreement, AHCR will NOT foster any pet(s) out to my care. *

Yes

No

I acknowledge that my initials indicate that I have read and understood each of the previous statements. *

I understand that my signature shown here indicates that I have read and filled out this application to the best of my ability. *

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