Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue

Thank you for applying to be a foster parent for Pumpkin’s Acres. Since we don’t have a physical location and rely solely on foster homes, fostering is extremely important and allows us to continue with our rescue efforts.

Requirements

1. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older

2. Rabbits must always be housed indoors

3. Applicants ideally are able to house their foster rabbit until they’re adopted

4. Regular communication via text, email or Facebook is necessary

5. Children cannot be the primary caregivers for the animals

6. All other rabbits in the house must be vaccinated against RHDV2

7. A photo of the fostering setup is to be submitted via email with the application

Your full name:*

Date of Birth:*

Date

Street Address:*

City, Province, Postal Code*

Home Phone:

Area CodePhone Number

Work Phone:

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Cell Phone:*

Area CodePhone Number

E-mail:*

Employer:*

Emergency Contact:*

Relationship:*

Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number

Do you live in a*

Do you own or rent?*

OwnRent

If renting, does your landlord allow pets?

Are there any restrictions from your landlord or subdivision?*

Number of petsSize or weight restrictionsBreed restrictionsNone

How many adults are in your household?*

How many children are in your household?*

If children, what are their ages?

Have your children been around animals before?

YesNo

Does anyone in your home have allergies to hay or have asthma?*

YesNo

How much time do you spend at home?*

How would you describe the noise level in your home? *

Does anyone in your household smoke?*

YesNo

If yes, do they smoke inside?

YesNoOther

Are there any pets in your household?*

YesNo

If yes, please list their species, age, breed and temperament:

How many of these pets are spayed/neutered?

Where were these animals obtained? (Rescue, shelter, breeder, etc)

Do you take your pets to see a veterinarian regularly?*

YesNoOther

Please provide the name and phone number of your current and/or previous veterinarian or clinic:*

Do we have permission to discuss with your veterinarian any questions/concerns we may have regarding your pets?*

YesNoOther

If you have rabbits, where do they spend the day and night?

If you have rabbits, are they vaccinated against RHDV2? If yes, what clinic were they vaccinated at?

How often is your rabbit let out for exercise each day?

How much time do you spend socializing with your rabbit each day?

Have you ever had a rabbit in the past?*

YesNo

If yes, what happened to them?

Have any of your pets ever been mothers or fathers?*

YesNo

If yes, how many litters did they have?*

Were the pregnancies planned or accidental?*

PlannedAccidentalNAOther

If your current rabbit(s) are spayed/neutered, what vet clinic was the surgery performed at?

Are you fostering with the intention of possibly adopting the foster rabbit?*

YesNoUndecidedOther

Do you have any experience giving medications to small animals?*

YesNo

If no, would you be willing to learn?

YesNo

Are you able to foster the animal until they’re adopted?*

YesNoOther

If no, how long can you foster for?

When are you available to begin fostering? *

Do you have any upcoming holidays where you would not be able to foster?*

YesNo

If so, when?

Do you have any allergies? (Specifically, to animals, grass/hay)*

YesNo

If so, please list them:

Would you prefer to foster a single bunny or a bonded pair? *

How many rabbits can you foster at one time?*

123Other

Are you able to foster a rabbit with medical needs?*

YesNo

Are you interested in fostering a rabbit who requires more dedicated socializing?(if they’re shy, nervous around humans)*

YesNoOther

What behavior are you not willing to accept from your foster rabbit?*

Chewing/diggingPoor litter habitsAggressionNA

If this behavior surfaces, how will it be handled? *

Please describe the area that the rabbit will reside in: *

How often will they be let out for exercise each day?*

Do you need to borrow any materials from the rescue?*

Is there a pet store nearby where you could purchase pellets, litter and hay?*

YesNoOther

Our vet clinic is located in St. Catharines (100 Fourth Ave) with the emergency clinic (after hours) being in Guelph. Are you able to bring your foster rabbit to one of the vets we work with should they need medical treatment, including after hours emergency?*

YesNoOther

Are you aware that rabbits cannot be left alone for over 24 hours?*

YesNo

Have you ever been charged with animal cruelty or neglect?*

YesNo

Please provide two personal references (name, relationship and phone number) who can comment on your suitability of fostering: *

Please attach a photo of the area where your rabbit will be staying.

Browse Files

If you are suddenly no longer able to care for the rabbit(s) you are fostering, you agree to contact Lyla Frick at Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue and return the rabbit(s) and any borrowed belongings immediately to her care.

Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue makes no guarantees or claims that the rabbit(s) in foster care are completely healthy and free from aggression. All rabbits are vet checked prior to being placed in a foster home but the rabbits may harbor undiagnosed illnesses, diseases or parasites, and I acknowledge that the rescue is not responsible if such ailments are transmitted to another person or animal.

I agree*

YesNo

Signature*

By signing below, you agree that all the information provided in the foster application is true and correct to the best of your knowledge and consent to a member of Pumpkin’s Acres Rabbit Rescue contacting you if more information is needed.

Rabbit Foster Care Agreement

The rabbit(s) will always have access to fresh water and hay and will be fed on the required scheduled basis.
I will keep the foster rabbit(s) away from any household pets unless I receive prior approval from the rescue.
I will house the foster rabbit(s) indoors at all times.
If the rabbit(s) require(s) veterinary attention or shows any sign of distress or illness, or if they’re lost or injured, I will contactimmediately.
A member of Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue may contact me at any time to see how the foster rabbit(s) is/are doing and may arrange a home visit to check in.
Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue may remove the foster rabbit(s) at any time for veterinary care or other reasons.
I will not allow the foster rabbit(s) to be removed from the premises or give them to any third-party without prior consent from Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue.
The adopting of the rabbit(s) into a permanent home will be completed through Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue. I understand that I must refer anyone interested in adopting to Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue for further information.
My volunteer work involves contact with different breeds and temperaments of rabbits and there is a risk that I may be scratched or bitten.
I will inform the rescue immediately of any moderate to severe injury caused by a foster rabbit.
Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue is not responsible or liable for any damage or injury to any person or property caused by any rabbit(s) while in foster care.
The rabbit(s) I foster for Pumpkin’s Acres Rabbit Rescue are property of the rescue and I do not own any of the foster rabbit(s) in my care. Ownership is only transferred after completing the adoption process through Pumpkin's Acres Rabbit Rescue and paying the adoption fee. Fostering does not guarantee approval for adoption.

I acknowledge that I have reviewed this Foster Care Agreement and understand and accept its terms. I also accept responsibility for the rabbit(s) while in my care.

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