Loving Paws of the South Foster/Adoption Application

Loving Paws of the South Foster/Adoption Application
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Name of the dog(s) you are interested in

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Do you wish to foster or adopt a dog
Personal Information
Legal Name

First NameLast Name
DOB
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Residental Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Occupation and Name of Employer:
Household Information
Please list every household member including Name, Age and Relationship
Does everyone support bringing a dog into the home?
Does anyone have animal allergies?
Household Enviroment
Do you have children in the home?
Do you rent or own home?
If you rent your home, do you have landlord approval to have a dog in the residence?
Landlord Name

First NameLast Name
Landlord phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Please list any HOA, landlord, homeowner’s insurance, or renter’s insurance restrictions that may apply, including breed, weight, fencing, or pet quantity limitations.
How many years have you lived at your current address?
Do you have a fenced yard?
Please list any current animals in your household, including species, breed, age, sex, and temperament.
Please list any previous animals in your household and why they are no longer in your home
Current Vet Name:
Vets Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Questionnaire
Have you ever surrendered or rehomed a pet? If yes, please explain the circumstances.
Are you aware that dogs, especially those coming from high-stress environments or euthanasia lists, require a decompression period before being introduced to new pets, visitors, or unfamiliar environments? Information on providing a proper decompression period is listed on our website
Approximately how many hours per day will the dog be left alone?
What is your plan for daily exercise, enrichment, and mental stimulation for the dog?
Where will the dog spend most of its time: primarily indoors, outdoors, or a combination of both? Please explain.
Where will the dog stay when left alone (crate, free roam, designated room, yard, etc.)?
Most of our dogs are crate trained. Are you willing to continue crate training and crate the dog when needed for safety, decompression, travel, or household management?
Are you willing to provide training, structure, and patience to help your pet adjust and work through behavioral or emotional challenges if needed?
Experience
Do you have experience with:

Other
Describe your ideal dog
What behaviors would be difficult for your household?
Foster Specific Section

Please only complete this section if you are seeking to foster a dog
Are you comfortable transporting to vet visits and adoption events?
Are you comfortable attending adoption events?
Are you comfortable communicating regularly with the rescue?
Are you comfortable taking photos/videos?
I agree to foster the pet I am applying for until the pet has a signed adoption agreement
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I agree to foster the pet for a period of Weeks. Initial here
I understand that as a foster I am responsible for the pet's food cost, while Loving Paws of the South will pay all other costs incurred for medical or necessary needs of the pet
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Adoption Specific Section

Please only answer these questions if you are seeking adoption of a dog. Our rescue utilizes a foster to adopt trial period. Foster-to-adopt placements are considered trial placements. The rescue retains ownership of the dog until adoption is finalized. Approval for foster-to-adopt does not guarantee adoption if concerns arise regarding safety, care, or compatibility.
Why do you want to adopt?
What will happen if you move?
What will happen if the dog develops behavioral/medical issues?
Are you financially prepared for veterinary care including yearly vaccinations, heartworm prevention,etc?
Are you committed to keeping this dog for its lifetime?
Rescue Policies and Expectations
I understand rescue dogs may have unknown medical or behavioral histories.I understand decompression periods are normal.I understand accidents, chewing, barking, anxiety, and training needs are common.I agree to use humane training methods only.I agree not to physically punish the dog.I agree not to rehome, transfer, or surrender the dog without rescue approval.I agree to notify the rescue immediately of illness, bites, escapes, or emergencies.I understand no dog can be guaranteed completely child-safe, dog-safe, or cat-safe.
Out of State Foster Placements
Transport delays can occur Dogs may behave differently after transport Decompression is expected Adjustment can take weeks/months Rescue may require secure equipment martingale collar, slip lead, harness, GPS tracker - Are you willing to comply with transport and safety requirements?
References
Personal reference and relationship
Phone Number
Personal reference and relationship
Phone Number
Financial Commitment
I understand that the adoption fee for a dog rescued from a euthanasia list is $150 for in-state adoptions and approximately $250–$350 for out-of-state adoptions. Dogs pulled directly from a shelter may have an adoption fee of up to $500 depending on medical care, boarding, transport, and other rescue-related expenses. Adoption fees help cover veterinary evaluation, vaccinations, flea and tick treatment, heartworm prevention, boarding, and other necessary care. Transportation fees are typically included unless otherwise specified.
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I understand that transport fee is charged on a case-by-case basis as all transports charge different fees according to your geographical location. Loving Paws of the South will make every effort to use the most reasonable means while still putting the pets health and safety as a top priority. Transport choice is at discretion of Loving Paws of the South Inc
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Liability Waiver & Legal Disclosures
Hold Harmless Agreement I agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Loving Paws of the South Rescue, including its volunteers, fosters, transporters, board members, representatives, and affiliates, from any and all claims, damages, injuries, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from the care, handling, ownership, fostering, transportation, or interaction with a rescue animal.
Veterinary Care & Financial ResponsibilityFor adopted animals: I understand that once adoption is finalized, I become fully financially responsible for all veterinary care, medications, emergencies, training, and related expenses.For foster animals: I understand that veterinary care and reimbursement must be approved in advance by the rescue unless it is a life-threatening emergency. Unauthorized expenses may not be reimbursed.
Bite, Injury, or Incident Reporting I agree to immediately notify the rescue of any bite, attack, injury, escape, illness, or behavioral concern involving the animal.
Return Policy I understand that if I am unable to keep or care for the animal for any reason, the animal must be returned directly to Loving Paws of the South Rescue. I may not rehome, surrender, transfer, sell, or give the animal to another individual, shelter, rescue, or organization without written permission from the rescue.
No Guarantees I understand that Loving Paws of the South Rescue cannot guarantee the animal’s breed, age, size, health status, temperament, behavior, training level, or compatibility with children, other animals, or specific living situations.
Home Visit & Reference ConsentI authorize Loving Paws of the South Rescue to conduct reference checks and virtual or in-person home visits before and/or after placement of an animal.
Truthfulness Statement I certify that all information provided in this application is truthful and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false, misleading, or omitted information may result in denial of the application, removal of the animal, or termination of foster/adoption approval.
By signing below, I acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions set forth by Loving Paws of the South Rescue: Assumption of Risk I understand that animals are unpredictable and may exhibit behaviors including, but not limited to, jumping, scratching, biting, escaping, property damage, or aggression. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with fostering, adopting, handling, transporting, or interacting with rescue animals.
Intitials
By signing this document, I agree that the above information is true and accurate. I further agree that I have not misrepresented any of the information contained within this application.
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Loving Paws of the South Foster/Adoption Application

Personal Information

Household Information

Household Enviroment

Questionnaire

Experience

Foster Specific Section

Adoption Specific Section

Rescue Policies and Expectations

Out of State Foster Placements

References

Financial Commitment

Liability Waiver & Legal Disclosures