Madres Mutts Foster Application

I am interested in fostering the following dog(s): *Please include shelter, if applicable.
I can fully commit to fostering for this length of time:

Other
If you answered "other" above, please describe:
Do you have any business trips or travel plans, in the near future, that will require temporary care for the foster dog, while you are away?
Dates
Foster Applicant
Applicant First / Last Name:
Primary
Applicant Age:
Primary
Secondary Applicant First / Last Name:
Secondary
Secondary Applicant Age:
Secondary
Street Address:
City, State, Zip
Primary Phone:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Secondary Phone:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
E-mail:
How do you preferred to be contacted?
Employer:
Personal Reference Name:
First & Last Name
Phone:
Primary Phone Number
Email:
Email Address
Personal Reference: Relation to You
Home Details
Residence Type:

Other
If you answered "other" above, please describe:
Do you...
If renting, please provide Property Management Company:
Property Manager / Landlord Contact Name

First NameLast Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
If renting, my lease allows and/or the landlord has given me permission to foster this animal.
What best describes your home, specific to flooring?
Do you live in a multi-level home with stairs?

Other
If you answered "other" above, please describe.
What restrictions are there for dog ownership in your apartment, HOA, or subdivision?
My home has a fully fenced yard.
Fence height and material:
On the property of my home, I have:
Household Members
All members of my household are in agreement with fostering this animal.
The primary caretaker of the pet will be:
Number of adults living in my home and their relationship to me:
Number of children in my home, and their ages:
N/A if you do not have children in your home
The children in my home have experience with dogs or other animals.

Other
If you answered "other" above, please describe.
In my home, someone has allergies to dogs or asthma.

Other
If you answered "yes" above, please describe how allergies/asthma are managed.
Prior / Resident Pets
Please list all pets who CURRENTLY live in your household.
Include name, type/breed, age, gender, alteration status, how long you’ve owned, indoor/outdoor.
Note N/A if none
Include any notes on temperament and how your current pet(s) interact with other animals.
Note N/A if none
In the past, I have taken a pet to the shelter, or given an animal away.
If yes, please explain the circumstances.
I have previously adopted from a shelter or animal welfare group.
If yes, please list the name of the group.
The name and phone number of my current and/or previous veterinarian or vet clinic:
Foster Qualifications
I am aware, and understand the importance, of the “3-3-3 RULE” and how crucial decompression is to setting up my foster dog for success in our home :
I understand that a new home, new animals and new people can be stressful for a dog, and I acknowledge that they may exhibit unexpected behaviors that require patience, and time, while they acclimate and get comfortable in a new environment:
I agree to keep my foster dog separated from resident animals for *up to a week, if required by the rescue:
Describe how you will keep animals separated:
Note N/A if no other animals
I understand that some dogs have spent several months/years, living in a shelter kennel, where they are not regularly let out and/or walked to go to the bathroom. Accidents may happen, and this does not affect my decision to foster this dog:
If/when the dog has an "accident" in my home, this is my plan to address it:
I understand that growling is a dog’s way of communicating that they may feel unsafe/uneasy. This does not mean a dog is aggressive:
Please describe any behaviors that you may not be comfortable with, if any:
I have experience with crate training:
I understand that a dog may potentially experience some separation anxiety, and may take time to acclimate to being crated:
The maximum number of hours each day my foster will be home alone:
If I work fulltime, or if I will be gone for more than 4-5 hours at a time, this is my plan for my foster dog:
My exercise/activity plans for my foster dog:
I have experience with leash training:

Other
If you selected “Other” above, please explain:
I am comfortable with muzzle training, if needed:

Other
If you selected “Other” above, please explain:
Veterinary Expectations

*you will not be responsible for any medical / vet costs when fostering with our rescue*
I understand that any veterinary care must be discussed / approved by Madre’s Mutts Dog Rescue, prior to any vet visits:
I am comfortable with giving oral medications to a dog, if needed:
I am comfortable giving medicated baths to my foster dog, and managing skin issues, if needed:
I have experience with bottle feeding puppies:
I have experience with pregnant moms, including labor and after-birth care:
If you answered “Yes” to any of the above, please describe:
Please feel free to list any questions you may have:
How I discovered Madres Mutts:

Other
If you selected “Other” above, please explain:
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After submitting your application, please email the below to madresmutts@gmail.com
Current, color photos of:
- Front Yard
- Back Yard
- Shared Living Space
- Other Pets
Know what you're committing to!

Our small, but mighty, rescue relies 100% on foster homes, to save dogs. We do not have a facility or sanctuary, with unlimited funding. For this reason, we MUST be able to count on those that commit to fostering. We need compassionate, patient humans that will accommodate our dog's needs. Fostering is not supposed to be easy, but it certainly is rewarding.

By submitting this application, you are promising to put our dog first. If you cannot follow through on the timeframe you committed to, we will ask that you keep our dog safe, and allow us 5 days to find new placement.

A foster contract will be provided to you, should we move forward with placing any foster dog(s) in your care.
Should be Empty:

Foster Applicant

Home Details

Household Members

Prior / Resident Pets

Foster Qualifications

Veterinary Expectations

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