PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE SIGNING.
I/we acknowledge the following policies and agree to abide by them during my/our time fostering dogs for the Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc.:
- Foster dogs remain the property of Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. I/we understand that foster dogs must be immediately surrendered upon request from an authorized agent. If it is necessary for Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. to take legal action to recover a foster dog or otherwise enforce provisions in this agreement, I/we agree to pay all court costs and legal fees incurred by Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc.
- I/we understand that Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. will provide
- I/we will provide foster dogs with adequate amounts of food, fresh water, exercise and a healthy living environment.
- I/we understand that I/we are personally responsible for any routine, unapproved financial expenses (e.g. vet) incurred during the time the foster dog is in my/our home.
- I/we understand that I must notify Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. immediately, should my foster dog show any signs of illness, injury or if I/we will be traveling with my/our foster dog.
- I/we understand that it will be my/our responsibility to transport my/our foster dog to any and all veterinary appointments deemed necessary by the Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. If I/we are unable to do so, it is my/our responsibility to inform Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. immediately, so that adequate arrangements can be made.
- At no time will a foster dog be allowed to roam free. A foster dog will be allowed off lead only in a fenced yard or secured area and only while under supervision.
- I/we understand that my/our foster dog will wear a collar with a tag, given to me/us by the Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc., and that my/our foster dog will wear a harness at all times when being walked or transported from my/our home.
- I/we understand that my/our foster dog is not allowed within any dog park.
- I/we understand that foster dogs may not be chained outside or on an outside tie-out at any time, nor are they allowed to be transported in the back of an open truck or similar vehicle.
- It is understood that all foster dogs will live inside the Foster Home and not with a family member, friend, neighbor or any other person who is not an authorized foster care provider.
- Foster dogs must never be given to any other party or be transferred to another home, unless prior approval is granted by Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc.
- Foster dogs will be adopted only into pre-approved homes under the supervision of Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. Adoptive homes must be given courtesy, respect and privacy at all times. Excessive, casual or aggressive contacts to inquire about a foster dog, once placed, are not allowed.
- All adoption fees/donations must be immediately forwarded to the Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc.
- I/we understand that Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. cannot guarantee or be held responsible for the temperament, behavior or health of foster dogs that I/we foster and/or handle.
- I/we are aware that foster dogs may cause damage to my personal property, other pets and/or humans and that Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. will not be held liable for any such damage that is incurred.
- Every effort will be made to provide as much information as possible to the Foster Homes concerning foster dogs. Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. does not guarantee any dog with regards to medical status, behavior, disposition and/or temperament.
- I/we carry insurance coverage, in the event of resulting personal or property damages while fostering dogs for Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc.
- I/we agree to allow potential adopters to meet our foster dog. If I/we choose to adopt a foster dog, we will notify Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland, Inc. to formalize the adoption.