Foster/RDR Application
Foster application must be filled out fully and thoughtfully. Your application may be denied for reasons including, but not limited to, skipping any required information, if your application is found to contain false information, or if you are not a good fit for the foster program at this time.
Please tell us about yourself and why you would like to become a foster for SFAHS
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Please check next to the types of cats you would be interested in fostering (You may check multiple boxes)
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Mama Cats with Kittens
Pregnant Cats
Kittens with No Mama
Extra Care/Special Needs Kittens
Extra Care/Special Needs Cats
Medical care for cats
Unsocial/behavioral cats
I'm not interested in fostering cats
Please check next to the types of dogs you would be interested in fostering (You may check multiple boxes)
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Mama Dogs with Puppies
Pregnant Dogs
Puppies with No Mama
Extra Care/Special Needs Puppies
Extra Care/Special Needs Dogs
Medical care dogs
Behavior/unsocialized dogs
Day Fostering- Rescue Dog Recess
I'm not interested in fostering dogs
Please check next to the types of small animals you would be interested in fostering (You may check multiple boxes)
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Rabbits
Guinea Pigs
Rats
Other small animals not listed
I'm not interested in fostering small animals
Are you willing to foster cats who have an Upper Respiratory Infection (URI) or dogs who have kennel cough? Basic home care needed.
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No
Foster's Personal Pets
Do you currently own pets?
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Yes
No
If yes, please list your pets with names and breeds/species
If you currently own pets, are their vaccinations current?
Yes
No
If you currently own pets, do your pets have any medical needs or contagious diseases?
FeLV, FIV, Parasites, Parvo, Kennel Cough, URI, Mobility issues, or any other pertinent information
If you currently own pets, are they spayed/neutered?
Yes
No
If no, why?
If you currently own pets, please list your veterinarian
Foster Profile
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Home Phone Number
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Area Code
Phone Number
Email
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example@example.com
Birthdate
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Year
You must be 18 or older to foster for SFAHS. Families may foster with children, but guardians must be the person to fill out this form.
Drivers License Number
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Required for Day Fostering - Rescue Dog Recess
What is your work schedule like?
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Do you live in a...
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Single Family Home
Apartment
Mobile Home
Townhome/Condo
Student Housing
Do you have a fenced yard?
Yes, My yard is completely Fenced
No, I do not have a yard
No, My yard is not fenced
My yard is partially fenced
Other
Do you...
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Own
Rent
Live with Parents
School Housing
If you rent, please list your landlord's name
If you rent, please list your landlord's phone number
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Area Code
Phone Number
If you live with a parent/guardian, please list their name
If you live with a parent/guardian, please list their phone number
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Area Code
Phone Number
If you live in school housing, please list your housing director's name
If you live in school housing, please list your housing director's phone number
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Area Code
Phone Number
How many children are in the home?
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Do children visit your home often?
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Yes
No
If there are children in the home or ones that visit, please list their ages
Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
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Yes
No
If yes, please explain
All applicants may be subject to a background check as part of the application process. By submitting an application, you consent to the organization conducting any necessary background screenings to determine eligibility. Please initial below that you have read and agreed to this statement.
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Please Initial
Foster Questions
Do you have a separate room available for your fosters? Please put NA if you are only interested in Rescue Dog Recess.
Yes
No
NA
Please describe the area you will be housing the foster animals in. We suggest an enclosed, separate indoor area, if possible. Please put NA if you are only interested in Rescue Dog Recess.
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Do you have any specific skills, volunteer experience, or training pertaining to the care of pets? If yes, please explain.
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Are you a registered, active SFAHS volunteer?
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Yes, currently
No, I have not been a SFAHS volunteer
No, but was previously
Have you ever been a foster or volunteer at another humane society or for another rescue? If yes, who?
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Are you/have you been involved with the breeding of domestic animals?
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Yes, currently involved
Yes, previously involved
No, not involved
Please explain your feelings on breeding of domestic animals
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SFAHS is an open admission shelter that never euthanizes for length of stay, space or breed. Euthanasia is present at the shelter for animals who are suffering mentally, physically (sickness/disease or untreatable ailment), animals that have been declared vicious by the city or who are not safe to be in the public, and for those requested from the public. Some animals, even with the highest level of care, may not thrive. We ask those who apply to be prepared that it may end in heartache.
Please explain your feelings on euthanasia, with the understanding it is not a decision that is ever made quickly or lightly at the SFAHS.
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Foster Agreement
As an open admission shelter, we never turn away animals, including those that may not thrive. By initialing this box, you acknowledge that while we will do everything we can, under certain circumstances, we may have to end the mental or physical suffering of an animal, if the animal is not treatable, or if the animal becomes a danger to themselves or others. This is a requirement to be considered for the foster program.
Please initial
I agree to foster this animal for the benefit of the animal and not for any personal gain or expectation of ownership. If I wish to adopt the animal I am fostering or know of individuals who are interested, I understand we are required to complete the application process and pay the adoption fee, regardless of any expenses voluntarily spent on the animal. I understand I am not pre-approved to adopt and my adoption application may be denied. I understand I cannot guarantee adoption of any animal to others.
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I understand that it is recommended that the animal(s) be kept separate from my personal pets. I also acknowledge my pets should be up-to-date on all vaccinations. I understand that SFAHS is not liable for any illness/disease a person/pet may contract from a foster animal in my care. I understand the SFAHS is NOT liable or responsible to pay for any vet care needed for my pet.
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Should any injuries occur against the animal(s) which I am providing foster care to, caused by my pet, I understand I am FULLY responsible for the vet bills incurred. I am NOT liable for injury or death that may occur naturally to the animal in my care. If the animal(s) in my care passes away, I will immediately notify the SFAHS and return it for proper care of the animal(s) remains.
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I understand must get prior approval before requesting a vet perform or administers any type of additional care. Any vet costs not approved will be at my expense, and any and all emergency vet visits are at my full expense.
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I agree to follow the schedule given to me by SFAHS to bring the in the pets when requested for vaccinations, check-ups and completion dates. If the animals are not returned within a reasonable time to the SFAHS, I understand that a Humane Officer is empowered to retrieve the animal(s) from my foster home. All materials borrowed must be returned upon completion of fostering each animal as well.
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The SFAHS representative has permission to inspect my facilities where the animal will be housed per his/her request. The inspection will be done at a time most convenient for all involved. Not all applicants will require a home evaluation.
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If it is determined by either party that the terms of this agreement cannot be fulfilled, this agreement may be terminated unilaterally and without notice. The animal(s) will be immediately returned to the custody and control of the SFAHS.
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I understand that I may name the pets in my care, but they may not keep those names once they go up for adoption. I understand that staff at the shelter will try to keep the name if at all possible, but may need to alter for various reasons.
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As a foster for the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, I acknowledge and understand that animals by nature are somewhat unpredictable and that the animal(s) may cause damage to persons or objects associated with the caregiver or caregiver’s premises. I nevertheless assume that risk. An up-to-date tetanus vaccine is recommended, in the event that I am bitten or scratched. It may be obtained by a physician at my own expense. I hereby assume the risk of any injury that may result from my volunteer services at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. I, intending to be legally bound for myself, heirs, executors, and administrators, release the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, its officers, directors and staff from any and all rights and claims for damages I may have arising out of any injuries or illnesses suffered by myself or my pet’s incidental to my volunteer services.
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I acknowledge that I am to keep all matters confidential, including, but not limited to refraining from speaking with any type of media, unless I have received direct approval from an SFAHS representative. A breach of confidentiality is a serious infraction of the SFAHS policy and will result in termination of my participation in the SFAHS Foster Program.
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In the event that I become a member of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society Foster Program, I agree to abide by all present and subsequently issued rules of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. By submitting this application I hereby state that all information on this form is correct and honest.
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Signature
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Click and hold to electronically sign your name. You must sign your full name. Anything besides a full signature will make the application incomplete and it may not be processed.
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Please verify that you are human
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