First Name*

Last Name*

Address*

City*

State/Province*

Zip/Postal Code*
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Email*

Home Phone*

Cell Phone*

Text/Pager Email*

Age of Applicant if under 18 years old*

Caring for your foster pet: Since most of our fosters are pulled directly from shelters, it is recommended that you keep your fosters separated from your own animals until you ensure they are healthy. Pet ResQ Inc. shall not be held responsible in the event your own animals contract anything from your foster animal. It is recommended that you clean up fecal matter right away in the event the puppy has parasites, common in most foster animals. They are treated with de-wormer when pulled by Pet ResQ Inc. from shelters.

Since most rescued animals are puppies who are not fully vaccinated, it is imperative that you do not leash your puppy and take it for walks around the neighborhood, pet stores, dog parks or other public areas where they may catch something and should not be brought to adoption day unless they have two sets of shots with the second shot having been administered at least two weeks prior to the adoption day.

At adoption day the puppy should remain in a crate and should not be allowed to walk on the ground. Under no circumstances should anyone besides an authorized volunteer be allowed to take a puppy out of the crate.

When you receive your foster pet they will have already received their DHLPP shot and have been de-wormed. It is the responsibility of the foster to ensure their pet is up to date on all shots. The foster should alert Pet ResQ Inc. when their next vaccination is due or if they notice anything unusual about their foster puppy. One of our experienced volunteers will train you on the vaccination schedules.

Foster puppies should be properly monitored. Please alert us immediately if the feces is runny or bloody. It should be solid for a normal healthy puppy. If the puppy appears lethargic or is not eating, it is imperative that you alert us immediately. All puppies should be eating, drinking water and playing. If you notice anything that is not normal, please contact us.

What is your occupation?*

Please list your employer and the employer of your spouse. (We do not call your employers, it is simply for our records.)*

Please list the other pets in your home - Breed (Dog) - Age - gender - spayed or neutered*

Where is that pet now?*

Please describe your current pet's personality, likes, dislikes, dominant, submissive, etc. *

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

What is your landlord's name and phone number*

Please list the NAMES, AGES and RELATIONSHIPS of all other household members. *

Is it OK for a Pet ResQ, Inc. representative to visit your home?

Are you familiar with crate training?*

How long will the dog be left alone during the day?*

Where will the dog be kept during the day*

Where will the animal sleep at night?*

Will the dog be allowed on the furniture?*

Is your yard fenced? *
Choose one: No Yard Unfenced Yard Yard Partially Fenced Yard Completely Fenced

What is the height of the fence*

Do you have a pool? *

If so, is it above or inground?*

is the pool fenced in? *

Does anyone in your house have pet allergies?*

Name and phone number of reference #1 (A Non-Family Member)*

Name and phone number of reference #2 (Non-Family Member)*

Please provide any other information that may be helpful for us to know when reviewing your application.*

Foster Home Guidelines & Agreement Please read thoroughly and complete agreement This document serves as a guideline for all volunteer foster homes. The foster home is the most important volunteer position, as without them our rescue efforts would not be possible. We understand other commitments may come first, however, if you volunteer to foster, we are expecting you to foster until the animal is adopted. If you are not able to foster until adoption, please provide ample notice so we are able to find another foster home. We do not allow foster homes to adopt their first 2 foster animals. The pet you are fostering is safe and by you adopting the pet to a new home, this allows us to rescue another that is in jeopardy of being euthanized. Caring for your foster pet: Some of our fosters are pulled directly from shelters, it is recommended that you keep your fosters separated from your own animals until you ensure they are healthy. Pet ResQ Inc. shall not be held responsible in the event your own animals contract anything from your foster animal. It is recommended that you clean up fecal matter right away in the event the puppy has parasites, common in most foster animals. They are treated with de-wormer when pulled by Pet ResQ Inc. from shelters. Owner surrender pets don’t always come with records. We will make sure the pet is caught up on vaccines and will be spayed/neutered before adoption in most cases. Rescued puppies may not be not fully vaccinated, it is imperative that you do not leash your puppy and take it for walks around the neighborhood, pet stores, dog parks or other public areas where they may catch something and should not be brought to adoption day unless they have two sets of shots with the second shot having been administered at least two weeks prior to the adoption day. At adoption day the puppy should remain in a crate and should not be allowed to walk on the ground. Under no circumstances should anyone besides an authorized volunteer be allowed to take a puppy out of the crate. When you receive your foster pet they will have already received their Rabies (if appropriate), DHLPP shot and have been de-wormed. The foster should alert Pet ResQ Inc. when they notice anything unusual about their foster dog. Please be ready to bring your pet to a designated vet office for a check up or updating of vaccines when necessary. Check with Lynn at petresqinc123@gmail.com to see where they are with their vaccines. Foster dogs should be properly monitored. Please alert us immediately if the feces are runny or bloody. It should be solid for a normal healthy dog/puppy. If the pet appears lethargic or is not eating, it is imperative that you alert us immediately. All puppies/dogs should be eating, drinking water and playing. If you notice anything that is not normal, please contact us right away. In the event of an emergency, please contact Pet ResQ Inc. for approval to bring your foster to one of our approved veterinarians. We never deny any foster animal proper care however, approval is necessary in order to defray our costs. VETERINARY HOSPITAL VISIT WILL BE AT THE EXPENSE OF THE FOSTER UNLESS PRE-APPROVED. As a foster you will be asked to bring your foster dog to adoption events – usually on the weekends. We try to make them convenient to all. You are not required to attend ALL events, but the more exposure these dogs get the quicker they are adopted. We do ask that if you are attending an event you try to be there for the entire time the event is running. Potential adopters are notified of these events, especially if the specific dog they are interested in will be there. This is a great opportunity for people to come and meet the dogs they have applied for and for us to be able to evaluate the interaction between the dog and potential adopter. IF you can’t bring your foster to an event, please let us know and we can have someone pick them up and drop them back off at your home OR you can bring them and then come back and pick them up…whichever works best for you. If you have ANY questions about the dog you are fostering they must be directed to Robyn or Lynn. Volunteers/Fosters will not have any direct contact with the rescue/shelter/foster/owner the dog came from. Any and all information needed will be obtained and shared with you. Lynn (petresqinc123@gmail.com) has whatever medical information was supplied for the dogs. If you have any questions about vaccinations, please contact her. If your foster needs to see a vet, the medical information will be faxed directly to the office. These dogs have come from shelters and therefore we have no “background” information on them. If deemed necessary, the dog will be evaluated by Robyn to determine the proper foster placement. If you, the foster, need reimbursement for things such as grooming, etc. you will need to get PRIOR APPROVAL. IF YOU ARE GOING OUT OF TOWN AND NEED A TEMPORARY FOSTER, PLEASE: 1. FIND A TEMP FOSTER WITHIN OUR GROUP – YOU CAN POST TO THE PRIVATE FB PAGE. NO DOG IS TO GO TO ANYONE WHO PET RESQ HAS NOT VETTED. 2. REACH OUT AND WE WILL HELP FIND A TEMP FOSTER FOR YOU. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ARRANGING DROP OFF AND PICK UP OF THE FOSTER. PET RESQ, INC. RETAINS OWNERSHIP OVER THE DOG UNTIL THE DOG IS ADOPTED AND THE ADOPTION CONTRACT HAS BEEN SIGNED AND THE ADOPTION FEE PAID. DO NOT “RE-NAME” YOUR FOSTER. ALL OF THEIR MEDICAL INFORMATION IS UNDER THE NAME GIVEN TO YOU. WE WILL LET YOU KNOW IF A NAME CHANGE IS NECESSARY. Fostering for Pet ResQ, Inc., I agree to the following conditions: 1. To regard him/her as a companion and member of the household; to provide water, proper food and shelter, a clean environment and kind treatment. 2. In case of illness or injury, immediately contact Pet ResQ, Inc. at petresqinc123@gmail.com to seek veterinary care as quickly as possible at the veterinarian designated by Pet ResQ, Inc. We never deny any foster animal proper care however, approval is necessary in order to defray our costs. IF PRIOR APPROVAL IS NOT RECEIVED THE HOSPITAL VISIT WILL BE AT THE EXPENSE OF THE FOSTER. 3. To obey all local leash and curb ordinances and to attach a collar with identifying tags to him/her whenever he/she is outdoors. 4. If the animal is lost or stolen, to telephone (201) 450-5992 immediately and to make every effort to recover the animal by visiting the public pounds and shelters in the area which is more effective than just calling. 5. To allow a Pet ResQ, Inc. volunteer to visit said animal and to notify Pet ResQ, Inc. of any change of address. It is also understood that Pet ResQ, Inc. will be calling you to check on any problems that may arise. 6. TO NEVER ABANDON THE ANIMAL OR TURN HIM/HER OVER TO A PUBLIC POUND, TO NEVER SELL OR GIVE AWAY THE ANIMAL. If the animal is no longer wanted or cannot be kept, to RETURN HIM/HER to Pet ResQ, Inc. 7. I agree to make my best effort to bring the dog to adoption events when requested and if I am not able to make the dog accessible to another Pet ResQ, Inc. volunteer to pick up and return. 8. All expenses, including grooming, that you incur in relation to your foster dog will be reimbursed – PLEASE GET PRIOR APPROVAL. All receipts should be retained and turned over for reimbursement. If you decide not to ask for reimbursement these expenses are tax deductible. PLEASE HOLD ALL RECEIPTS. 9. If you feel the dog needs to go to the groomer there are several we use, so just let us know and arrangements can be made. 10. I agree to abide by all conditions set forth in the Foster Home Agreement. I understand having read this agreement and agree to abide by the conditions of this contract outlined above, as well as the guidelines outlined in the Foster Home Agreement. I release Pet ResQ, Inc. from any liability and damages to any person or property caused by the animal described above. If at any time Pet ResQ, Inc. should express the view that the conditions of this agreement have not been complied with, I shall return the animal to Pet ResQ, Inc. upon its demand. I agree that the determination of Pet ResQ, Inc. as to the non-performance of conditions and as to the disposition to be made of the animal shall be conclusive and final. Agreement, Release of Liability, and Indemnification This is to acknowledge that I am voluntarily providing my time and efforts, of varied nature and extent, to the Pet ResQ, Inc. in consideration and exchange for the privilege do hereby warrant and agree and bind myself, my representatives, my beneficiaries, my dependents, and my heirs and assigns to the terms and conditions herein expressed within this Agreement, Release of Liability, and Indemnification, as expressed more. I understand that my privilege and license to volunteer carries certain risks, such as, personal injury, property damage, or disability, and I hereby assume fully all risks as a volunteer. I understand and acknowledge that it is my responsibility not to exceed any guidelines that my physician or other health care provider has established or may establish for me. I understand and acknowledge that it is solely my responsibility to determine through consultation with my personal physician what my physical limitations are or may be and whether I should or should not volunteer. By signing below, I warrant that I have carefully read this Agreement, Release of Liability, and Indemnification, and fully understand its contents and effects. I further warrant that my initials by each paragraph are of significance and are intended to provide a further indication of my reading and understanding of the contents stated within the individual paragraphs and the three pages of this Agreement, Release of Liability, and Indemnification.

Signature of Applicant*

Date *