www.FohaRI.org
Fostering a rescue dog is an extremely rewarding experience. A foster home is not simply a place to keep a dog until it is adopted. Rather, a foster home plays an important role in a dog’s transition from the life they left behind to their new more promising future. Foster homes provide the love, support, and stability that these dogs need during a critical time in their lives. If you want to change the life of a homeless dog, please fill out our application to be a foster home.
We check references and conduct a home visit. If you rent we must have your landlord’s name and phone number to verify you are allowed to have a dog. Most dogs are evaluated and vetted prior to entering into foster care. You supply the food and a safe and loving environment. Some dogs need help with house training, socialization, or obedience.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note- we are not currently accepting foster home applications from Massachussetts residents as we are licensed in RI. For a list of licensed MA rescues see:
http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/agr/animal-health/shelter-and-rescue/massachusetts-approved-shelter-and-rescue-organizations-generic.html
First Name*
Last Name*
Address*
City*
State/Province*
Zip/Postal Code* -
Email*
Home Phone*
Cell Phone*
Tell us why you are interested in fostering at this time:*
Are you currently fostering for another rescue? * Choose one: Yes No
If you answered Yes to the above question - which rescue are you fostering for and who is their foster home coordinator? Please provide name and contact info.
Have you ever fostered for another rescue/shelter in the past?* Choose one: Yes No
If you have fostered for another rescue/shelter in the past, please list the rescues/shelters by name and dates you fostered. If you are no longer fostering for them, please list the reasons why.
In what type of home do you live* Choose one: Apartment Condominium Duplex Military Housing Mobile Home Single Family Townhouse
Do you own or rent your home* Choose one: Rent Own
If you rent, have you received the approval of your landlord to have an animal* Choose one: Yes No N/A
If you rent, please enter your landlord's name and phone number
Is your yard fenced* Choose one: No Yard Unfenced Yard Yard Partially Fenced Yard Completely Fenced
What type of fence Choose one: Privacy Chain Link Invisible
What is the height of the fence
How many people reside in your household?*
What are the ages of all people living in your home?*
Are you currently employed?* Choose one: Full-Time Not Employed at this time Part-Time Retired Student Work From Home
Do you have other pets?* Choose one: Yes No
How many pets have you owned in the past 5 years*
Tell us about your other pets - species , age, temperment, etc..
Have you ever given up a pet? If yes, please explain*
Please provide details on the loss of your previous pet(s) or why your pet is no longer with you?
List at least one reference (who is not a family member) Include Name, Phone Number, email address and relationship to you.*
Veterinarian's Name and Phone Number **If this is your 1st pet and you do not have an established relationship with a veterinarian at this time, use this space to provide a second personal reference - can not be a relative.*
What size dog would you be most comfortable fostering?* Choose one: Small (1-19lbs) Medium (20-39lbs) Large (40-65lbs) Extra Large (65+ lbs) Any dog that needs a place to stay
Please describe your experience in handling animals?*
Have you ever taken part in a formal animal training classes?* Choose one: Yes No
How much time will the animal spend alone during the day*
Where will the dog be when you are at home? (Please select all that apply)
Where will the dog spend the night? (Please select all that apply)
Where will the dog be when you are not home?
Are you willing to participate in adoption events on a regular basis so that your foster dog can get the exposure needed to find a permanent family?* Choose one: Yes No I may need assistance from time to time
Do you have reliable transportation, or access to reliable transportation should the dog need immediate veterinary care?* Choose one: Yes No
All of our dogs are listed on Petfinder, Adopt-A-Pet and various other sites to increase their adoptability. We require that you provide us with updates on the dog so that we may add to, or modify, the existing profile to accurately represent the personality and habits of the dog. We may also ask for new photos as well. Will you be able to send email updates to us on a regular basis? * Choose one: Yes No I may need assistance from time to time
While FOHA will reimburse/pay for any pre-approved veterinary bills, there are minimal expenses that go along with fostering such as providing a quality dog food, leash & collar, etc for your foster. Are you able to absorb these costs? * Choose one: Yes No I may need assistance from time to time
Although it is rarely required, do you have an area in your home that you could isolate your foster if needed?* Choose one: Yes No
How did you hear about fostering for FOHA?
By submitting this application, I affirm that ALL information is true and complete and that no one in the household where the pet will reside has ever been convicted of animal cruelty or abuse. I agree to give permission for a representative of FOHA to call the references and veterinary practices I have listed. I also understand that a home visit by a FOHA representative is required before I am approved. I will review and sign a Foster Home Agreement that will outline my roles and responsibilities while I am entrusted with the care of these animals.* Choose one: I Agree