FOSTER APPLICATION

Awaiting Arms Rescue Sanctuary

Lake City, MI • AwaitingArmsRescue@gmail.com
FOSTER APPLICATION
NAME*
First & Last
PHONE*
ALTERNATE PHONE
STREET ADDRESS*
APT
CITY*
STATE*
ZIP*
EMAIL ADDRESS*
Or Facebook Messenger name if already communicating through messenger
PREFERRED METHOD OF CONTACT Call, Text, Email, Facebook Messenger*
Must follow our rescue FB page & include FB name to select Messenger. (Note: As a business page, we cannot initiate messenger conversations, you must pm us first to let us know you've submitted this form)
Are you 18 years or older?*
Type of home you live in?*
House, Apartment, Tiny Home (under 400sq ft), Mobile Home Community
Are you subject to a Lease, Rental Agreement, Homeowners Association?*
If yes, please check your policies to ensure you are allowed to own the type of pet you are applying to foster. Association/Landlord written permission or Lease/Rental/Association Agreement showing pet allowance is a condition of fostering
OTHER PEOPLE LIVING IN YOUR HOME*
Please list Relationship to you and ages. Example: Husband 31 - Children 3, 5 & 8. Please understand, some pets may not be suitable in certain situations based on their family history prior to rescue
Is everyone in the household aware you are planning to foster a pet?*
Is your home: Active/Noisy Calm/Quiet OR Moderately Activite/Noisy*
Does anyone in the home have pet allergies. If yes, please explain*
Do you currently own, or have you owned any pets?*
Only list parents' pets if you still live with them
If Yes, TYPE OF PETS YOU OWN(ED) *
Ex: Cat, Dog, Guinea Pig, Rabbit, Reptile, Bird, Farm
How many pets have you owned in the last 5 years?*
Please supply the following information for pets CURRENTLY in your home: •Name •Type of Animal •Age •Live Indoors or Outdoors. *Also tell us if they are •Spayed/Neutered and up to date on the following: •Vaccines •Flea Preventative •Heartworm Preventative*
Are any of your current pets being treated for medical conditions*
If yes, please explain
Please list names and what happened to animals no longer in your home*
Only for the animals owned in the past 5 years
Have your current pets been exposed to other animals?*
Name and Contact Information for current or prior veterinarian?*
Can you provide current veterinary records for your pets, or do you give an AARS Representative permission to contact your veterinarian to confirm your current pets are up to date on their medical needs *
FOSTER PETS

Our goal is to match you with foster pets that are best suited for your situation and experiences
What types of pets are you interested in fostering?*
Cats, Dogs, Small Furry Friends, Reptiles, Birds
Do you prefer: Male, Female or Have No Preference*
Are you willing to foster pregnant pets?*
Are you willing to foster orphaned pets that need bottle fed?*
If interested in fostering dogs, what size are you comfortable handling?*
If not interested in fostering dogs, please type N/A
Where will this foster pet live?*
Do you have a fenced yard? If yes, please describe type of fencing.*
This question does not apply to indoor only pets such as house cats, guinea pigs, birds and reptiles. If applying to foster one of these types of pets, type N/A
If No, how do you plan to keep this pet on your property?*
Type N/A if applying to foster an indoor only pet.
Are you willing to take your foster pet to veterinary appointments scheduled at convenient times for you?*
We primarily use Missaukee Humane for veterinary care
Are you willing to use a crate if recommended?*
We cannot guarantee your foster pet will be housebroken upon arrival. Are you prepared to continue training in a loving manner?*
Do you have experience with pets that are timid, neglected, abused, or have anxiety?*
Do you have a proper enclosure/shelter for this animal?*
How do you plan to exercise your foster pet?*
Approximately how many hours will this animal be left home alone on an average day?*
Do you agree to foster a pet until they are adopted or until arrangements can be made to relocate your pet with another AARS volunteer.*
Do you understand we cannot save them all?*
All intakes must be approved by AARS Board
Is there anything else you believe we should consider while reviewing your application?
PLEASE INITIAL TO AGREE TO EACH OF THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS:
I agree to an AARS Representative conducting a home visit prior to a foster animal being placed in my home, as well scheduled visits as needed during the duration of my fostering experience. Please initial*
I understand that AARS will do their best to place animals that are a good fit. However, sometimes animal behaviors change when stressed, or owners may not give us the full truth*
INITIAL
Awaiting Arms Rescue Sanctuary (AARS) cannot guarantee the health or temperament of each animal, but make every effort to meet and assess the pet prior to placement. AARS strives to place each animal in the best suited environment for their individual needs.

I acknowledge I have completely read this questionnaire and comprehend it fully. I understand that by signing and submitting this application, I am not guaranteed approval of fostering a pet through AARS.

I certify that I answered all questions truthfully and understand this information will be verified.
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PLEASE INITIAL TO AGREE TO EACH OF THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS: