First Name*

Last Name*

Address*

City*

State/Province*

Zip/Postal Code*
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Email*

Cell Phone*

How did you hear about us?*

By submitting this application, I certify that I understand that there is always some unavoidable risk of injury involved when working with animals, especially rescue animals with behavioral issues. I have acquired supplemental insurance or am covered under my existing insurance policy.*

I hereby accept and assume, without reservation, all risks associated with my participation in the foster program, including, but not limited to: the risks of any and all injuries to myself, my dog and any of my family members or third parties who may attend; the risks that my dog may cause injury to other people/dogs. *

Have you applied to foster/adopt with another rescue in the last 3 months?

Do you work full time, part time? Does your job require travel?*

Please provide the ages of ALL the people in your household.*

How old is/are your child/children? Note that WAMAL encourages families with children under the age of 8 to consider another breed.*

Do you own or rent your home?*
Choose one: Rent Own

Are there HOA or rental restrictions on breed, size, number of animals?

How long (years, months) have you lived at your current address?*

Type of house

Is your property fenced in a way that is escape-proof for a malamute?*

What is the height (ft) of the fence on your property?*

Does the fence go completely to the ground?

Does the fence gate lock, and is it high enough and sturdy enough to resist a Malamute?*

Do you want to foster a male or female?

How much time (hrs) will the animal spend alone during the day?*

Where will the animal sleep?*

Where will the animal be kept when you are at work, running errands, etc.?*

Who will be responsible for training the dog?

Do you know of or have a certified trainer?

Are you willing to modify your daily schedule to meet the dog's needs for potty, exercise, leash walking, training?

How would you describe the activity level of your household?

Please describe how you plan to exercise your malamute, including the frequency and duration of that exercise.*

Please describe any interaction your new Alaskan Malamute will have with other dogs (day care, pet sitting, play dates, etc.)*

What steps will you take to ensure that you, other pets, and your new dog will have a successful decompression and adjustment period?

What steps would you take if your new dog and your current dog were having a hard time adjusting to each other? How will you ensure that your new dog and your current dog are happy, safe, and comfortable in their home?*

What do you consider an appropriate amount of time for your new dog to adjust to your home? What would you do if your new dog was struggling to settle in?*

Do you have one or more cats? If YES: WAMAL is currently not accepting applications for a malamute if there is a cat in the home.*

For each other pet, please give the species, dominant breed, gender, weight, spayed or neutered, age, and whether vaccines are current.*

Have you ever trained dogs?

Are you familiar with crate training?

In addition to home life, will your foster--

Do you have previous fostering experience?

Have you ever owned an Alaskan Malamute?

What problems do you foresee and how would you work through them to best support the dog?

Do you have any significant events in the next three months, such as getting married, having a child, moving, extended travel?

Do you have any special skills with respect to rehabilitating a dog?

WAMAL asks that you cover the routine costs of food, toys, treats, bedding, and any necessary containment upgrades. WAMAL is prepared to provide a collar, harness, leash, crate (if needed/desired), approved veterinary expenses, and our standard flea/tick medication. If it is deemed necessary, WAMAL will provide training for the foster dog.

Length of time you're willing to foster?

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