Throughout each adoption process, the dog(s) in my/our home will change from time to time and I/we, will honor this contract by following the TERMS AND CONDITIONS below
- FOSTER HOME understands and agrees that GRSF is the sole and rightful owner of all foster dogs placed in my home. FOSTER HOME understand that I/we have no claim of ownership of the GRSF Foster Dog. If I/we decide I/we would like to adopt, FOSTER HOME agrees I/we must meet all GRSF adoption requirements, pay the appropriate adoption fee and sign an adoption agreement.
- FOSTER HOME will provide a safe, loving, environment to all foster dog(s) placed in their home.
- FOSTER HOME will provide quality food and treats to the foster dog at Foster expense. If prescription type food is deemed necessary, it is the expense of GRSF. If financial assistance is needed to help care for the dog, please let us know ASAP.
- The FOSTER HOME is required to maintain the dog's existing name without alteration. This is essential for accurate identification and record-keeping of the dog.
- FOSTER HOME assumes responsibility for all events that occur in connection with the fostering of a GRSF dog. GRSF is not responsible for any damage, illnesses or injuries caused by a foster dog(s) while in foster care whether in your home or elsewhere. The Foster may be responsible for medical costs incurred for their own dog if that dog becomes sick due to exposure to a fostered dog. Examples would be – if the Foster’s own dog is not current on vaccinations or the dog is exposed to worms in fecal matter that has not been picked up by the Foster. All resident animals in the foster home are required to be current on all vaccinations.
- FOSTER HOME agrees to make all necessary arrangements to be able to provide all necessary veterinary treatment recommended by GRSF. All veterinary bills will be covered by GRSF provided any vet service or medication is approved prior to treatment and a GRSF approved veterinarian is used. In the case of a life-or-death situation, when every moment counts, the FOSTER HOME will not hesitate to take the dog(s) to a vet or emergency clinic if after regular vet hours and will contact GRSF as soon as practical thereafter. Please note, the only heartworm prevention approved by GRSF is Heartguard. Please contact GRSF before purchasing or issuing any medications.
- FOSTER HOME understands and guarantees that this dog will be an inside dog, will not be left outside all day or all night. Dog will not be outside when FOSTER is not at home. FOSTER HOME agrees to always provide for the safety of this dog.
- FOSTER HOME agrees that the foster dog(s) will always have a GRSF identification tag on its collar.
- FOSTER HOME agrees that the foster dog(s) will never be off a leash when outdoors. Even in a secure fenced area or yard, the foster dog (s) will be kept on a leash until it is known they will not try to flee, hide, run.
- FOSTER HOME grants permission for a representative of GRSF to visit the foster dog(s) at any time to check on the wellbeing of the dog(s).
- FOSTER HOME agrees to assess the dog(s) during their stay in the foster home. They will take note of any issues regarding skin and coat condition, weight, energy level, temperament, and behavior patterns. FOSTER HOME agrees that any concerns will immediately be reported to GRSF.
- FOSTER HOME agrees to proactively assist GRSF in securing a forever home which may include, interviewing potential families, organizing meet and greets, coordinating the adoption. All adoptions must be pre-approved by GRSF. All potential adopters must have completed a GRSF adoption application and required interview before any consideration of adopting will be made. Volunteer agrees to never make adoption promise, or schedule meet and greets for adoption with any family not already approved by GRSF.
- FOSTER HOME acknowledges that GRSF has the right to reclaim this dog(s) at any time for failure to comply with the terms of this contract and/or for any misrepresentation of fact made on the Foster Home application or this contract.
- FOSTER HOME agrees that if for any reason they cannot continue to foster, the dog(s) will be immediately returned to GRSF. The foster dog(s) shall not be given away, or sold, nor shall the dog(s) be adopted.
- FOSTER HOME understands they will be partnered with a GRSF Adoption Coordinator and will send photos, evaluation, and information to GRSF Adoption Coordinator. Together, the Foster HOME and Adoption Coordinator determines when the dog is ready to be adopted. All GRSF media posts must be approved by GRSF.
- FOSTER HOME has read and understood the Foster Guidelines and any other materials provided.
- It is agreed and understood by FOSTER HOME and GRSF that this agreement sets forth all promises, agreements, conditions, and understanding between them, oral or written, including the Foster Home Application and that both parties have fully read and understood all of this agreement.
- FOSTER HOME agrees to pay GRSF for any and all expenses, including court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees, in enforcing the terms and provisions of this contract. Payment of these damages does not excuse FOSTER HOME from returning the dog(s) to GRSF