Foster Contract

By signing this Foster Agreement, you commit to regulations outlined in this agreement below.

This agreement is made and hereby entered into by and between Dog Gone Seattle (hereinafter referred to as “DGS”) and Foster (hereinafter referred to as “Foster”) on the date below. A foster home is defined as temporary housing for any DGS dog while it is being screened and approved for permanent adoption. All fosters must be 21 years or more of age.

Foster understands and agrees to the following terms and conditions:

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1. To temporarily house and care for a designated dog belonging to DGS. Foster understands that DGS is the sole and rightful owner and legal guardian of said foster dog. All decisions regarding said foster dog shall be made by DGS. DGS has final authority in regard to the animal’s adoption, treatment or disposition. *

Yes

2. Foster shall not give or otherwise transfer custody of foster dog to any other person, including potential adopters, unless approved by DGS in advance. If Foster requires an outside party to temporarily care for said foster dog, DGS must be notified in advance of temporary Foster taking possession of said dog. If DGS feels that the temporary Foster is not suitable, DGS shall take possession of said foster dog until such time as Foster can resume full custody. *

Yes

3. If for any reason Foster is unable to continue to house and care for said dog, he/she will notify DGS and will return said dog to DGS. Foster understands that the process of rehoming the foster dog can take time. In some cases, the dog will need to be boarded if no other foster can be found in a timely manner.*

Yes

4. Foster understands that foster dog may not be house trained and may have accidents in the home. Foster dogs may chew on furniture, clothing or other objects. DGS is not responsible for any damage caused by said foster dog to Foster’s property or possessions.*

Yes

5. Foster will provide any necessary medical care as deemed appropriate by DGS. Foster will not take animal to a veterinarian or administer medications unless directed to do so by DGS. DGS will not reimburse Foster for any unapproved veterinary expenses.*

Yes

6. DGS will pay all expenses or reimburse Foster “only” if said expenses and vet clinic have been approved by DGS (unless Foster prefers to be financially responsible for said dog). *

Yes

7. All animals belonging to Foster personally must be up to date on vaccinations and spayed or neutered. Exceptions must be made in writing by DGS. *

Yes

8. Foster agrees to keep foster dog on a leash and under control, in an enclosed area or inside the home at all times. Foster dogs are to be supervised at all times, whether indoors or outdoors, except when properly contained such as in a crate. Foster dogs are never to be left outdoors while Foster is away from home unless kept in a secured outdoor kennel approved by DGS and only in good weather.*

Yes

9. Foster dogs must be supervised at all times when children and other animals are present.*

Yes

10. No foster dogs will be allowed to roam at will or be off leash at any time. Visits to a dog park are not allowed unless approved by DGS.*

Yes

11. Foster must separate all animals in their possession when Foster is away from home. Proper separation includes keeping each animal in its own crate and/or secluded in a secured area in Foster’s home. *

Yes

12. Foster understands there is some risk to your own animals, especially if your foster animals are not kept separate. Foster agrees DGS is not responsible for your own pet’s medical treatment. *

Yes

13. DGS reserves the right to inspect Foster’s home at any time.*

Yes

14. DGS may need to contact or visit Foster to discuss the foster dog. Foster agrees to be entirely honest and forthright in regard to foster pet’s condition. *

Yes

15. Foster shall make said foster dog available to any prospective adopter approved to "meet and greet" foster dog by DGS, at a mutually convenient time and location. Foster may make a good-faith effort to accommodate meet and greets in a timely fashion.*

Yes

16. Foster shall communicate appropriately, respectfully and in a timely manner with potential adopters as a representative of DGS, before, during, and after the adoption process. Foster will include case manager on all email communications with potential adopters as possible and keep case managers informed of private communications such as text or phone call. *

Yes

17. DGS recognizes the right of Foster, if so desired, to be included in the placement process. This includes providing feedback on the suitability of the prospective home for the foster dog. However, Foster recognizes that the ultimate placement decision will be made by DGS.*

Yes

18. Foster may be considered to adopt said dog but adoption is subject to approval by DGS; fostering is not a guarantee of adoption. To be considered for adoption, Foster must notify DGS of adoption interest before the dog is in the adoption process with a prospective adopter.*

Yes

19. Any items borrowed from DGS such as crates, etc. must be returned to DGS when Foster ceases fostering for DGS. Foster may purchase said item(s) at a price agreeable to DGS and Foster.*

Yes

Liability and Waiver: I understand that as a volunteer of Dog Gone Seattle, I am not covered by workers’ compensation or any other insurance policy through Dog Gone Seattle for any damages or injuries I may sustain through foster activities. I understand that I am responsible for obtaining health insurance coverage through an independent health insurance company. I understand that I will come into contact with animals either by directly handling them, fostering, or through assisting in their care or adoption. Further, I understand that working with animals carries a risk of injury, and it is possibly that my family and/or guests may be bitten, scratched and/or otherwise injured. My signature to this document attests to my intent to hold harmless and release from all liability Dog Gone Seattle or any of its past, present or future Officers, agents, volunteers, employees or assigns, from all acts which are related to the performance of duties stipulated in this agreement. My signature, whether original, by fax or other electronic means, is valid as if it were an original signature. I have read and agree with the above Terms of Fostering.*

Yes

Please enter your full name as your signature in agreement of this contract.*

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