Ruff Road Revival Foster Application

RUFF ROAD REVIVAL FOSTER APPLICATION
Thank you for your interest in becoming a foster home with Ruff Road Revival. Please read the foster information below and then answer the following questions to the best of your ability.
- As a foster parent, you would temporarily take an animal into your home, care for it, and give it love.
- RRR pays for needed medical attention (at our veterinarian) and necessary supplies (food, crate, etc.) but anything reusable must be returned if you decide to take a break from fostering for us.
- We ask that you do some basic positive reinforcement/force-free training to help make the pet more adoptable; this may include house training (but if you don’t want to work on housetraining, please let us know and we CAN find a dog that has those skills - but it could take longer).
- Most of the animals will be coming from shelters. We ask that you be patient with them and try to help them transition to their new roles as “adoptable dog" in any way needed.
- Please familiarize yourself with the 3 3 3 rule and the information that we email you once you are approved as a foster as it will help greatly with transitioning foster pets into your home.
- You can tell us the size, type, age, etc. and we will try to match you to your preference.
- Because we are a small, hands-on rescue, we need to tap into many of our limited resources whenever a foster situation doesn’t work. Inevitably sometimes a foster placement doesn’t work - so we all work as a team to optimize everyone’s experience; you are never stuck long term with a dog that isn’t the right fit.
You will be expected to read and know all of the information in our foster agreement at the bottom of this page, so please pay close attention as you read through it. We are excited to work with you and strive to make your experience with RRR a wonderful one! We are always open to constructive criticism so feel free to share if you ever have any. We greatly value our fosters and want to make your foster experience as great as possible.

* Please type N/A for any questions that do not apply to you/your situation
Name(Guardian Applicant)*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Cell Phone*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Personal Email*
example@example.com
Occupation/Employer
Co-applicant(Spouse, significant other, roomate )
Name of Co-applicant

First NameLast Name
Cell Phone of Co-Applicant
Please enter a valid phone number.
Personal Email for Co-Applicant
example@example.com
Occupation/Employer for Co-Applicant
Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic offense? If so, please explain below:*
Do you have any pets in your household? If so, please specify species, age and breed below*
Are all of the pets spayed/neutered? If not, please explain below*
Are your current animals up to date on vaccinations and heartworm prevention? If not, please explain below.*
What pets have you owned previously? Please specify species, age and breed below*
For any pet no longer residing with you, please describe the reason:*
How many people live in your household? Please specify ages below*
Is everyone in the household on board with fostering?*
Do you live in an apartment or in a home?*

ApartmentHomeOther
If Other, please explain below
Do you rent or own?*

RentOwn
If rent, please include owner's name, phone number, and email
Name

First NameLast Name
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
Do you have a fenced yard?:*

YesNo
If you do have a fenced yard, please describe:
Height:
Material:
Have you previously fostered animals?*

YesNo
If so, which rescue/shelter?
Approximately how many hours a day would your foster pet be alone?*
Where will your foster pet be when alone?*
Where will your foster pet be at night?*
Will your foster pet be allowed on the couch or bed?*
Why do you want to foster for RRR, and do you have any big plans coming up in the near future (i.e. travel, moving, roommate moving in etc.) ?*
Do you have a preference on what type of animal you would like to foster?*

PuppiesAdult DogsDogs with Medical NeedsPregnant and Nursing DogsPregnant and Nursing CatsCats with Medical NeedsAdult CatsKittens
Do you have any sex, breed or size requirements/preferences? *
Would you rather foster an athletic, medium energy, or low energy dog?

AthleticMedium EnergyLow EnergyAny of the above
Would you rather foster a more feral cat/kitten or a friendly cat/kitten?

FeralFriendlyEither
Are you comfortable with litter box training/potty training if needed?*

YesNo
What activities would you ideally want your foster dog to participate in? (e.g. Hiking, Running)
Please identify behaviors you would NOT be willing to work with:*

Separation AnxietySocialization IssuesAggressionLeash PullingShynessHousetraining AccidentsCounter SurfingDiggingBarkingJumpingNot Litter Box Trained (Cat/Kitten)Feral (Cat/Kitten)Marking (Cat/Kitten)I am willing to work with anythingOther
If other, please specify:
Do you agree to take your foster animal to vet appointments and adoption events?*

YesNoOther
If other, please specify:
Additional comments or questions about behavior:
Please tell us anything else you'd like us to know about your foster experience or your ideal foster pet so that we can match you with the right animal:*
If you have any experience with behavioral or medical challenges, please describe that experience below (ex. extremely fearful, giving fluids/medications, injuries etc.):
Have you previously worked with a trainer? If so, who? *
Please provide a veterinary reference if you have one. By providing this information, you grant us permission to contact your veterinarian for a reference check. Please call your vet to notify them that Ruff Road Revival will be contacting them for a veterinary reference.
Clinic:
Veterinarian's Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
Please list three personal references (not a relative or household member) who can vouch for your character as a pet owner. Please include at least one that you have known for at least three years. Give name, phone number, and email.
Reference 1:
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Reference 2
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Reference 3
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Many trainers use “mixed” or “balanced” training methods that are actually rooted in dominance theory, which is an outdated training method that has been debunked by modern behavior science. Take a look at the positive reinforcement information that we send you via email once you are an approved foster.
Have you ever had a dog with behavior problems? If so what behavior(s) and how did you work with your dog on this issue?
Ruff Road Revival requires positive reinforcement/force-free training. Do you agree to ONLY use positive reinforcement/force-free training methods, and work with one of our trainers if needed (we pay for this).*

YesNo
If you were consulting with a training website or television program and it said to use the following methods, which do you believe to be positive reinforcement only techniques? Please check the appropriate box for each example.
Using treats to get the dog to focus and to reinforce desired behavior*

Positive OnlyNot Positive Only
Walking the dog with a prong collar if he is leash reactive to other dogs*

Positive OnlyNot Positive Only
Using a clicker or particular word to mark the exact moment the dog demonstrated a desired behavior*

Positive OnlyNot Positive Only
Walking the dog in a harness rather than collar to help with leash walking*

Positive OnlyNot Positive Only
Using a shock collar when the dog is performing an unwanted behavior*

Positive OnlyNot Positive Only
Ignoring the dog when he jumps on you when you come home, and teaching a replacement behavior such as sit or throwing treats on the ground to distract him from the jumping behavior*

Positive OnlyNot Positive Only
Putting the dog's nose in their potty spot when they have an accident inside and saying "No" sternly*

Positive OnlyNot Positive Only
I understand and agree to the need for screening of fosters. I certify that the information supplied on this application is true and correct.
Foster AGREES to care for and love ANY foster dog/cat given to them by Ruff Road Revival (RRR) as if it were my own.

Foster AGREES to provide the dog/cat with exercise, basic obedience training and house/litter training.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that all dogs/cats placed in foster care need to be spayed/neutered and vaccinated. If I receive an unfixed dog/cat, RRR may request that I schedule an appointment with a designated RRR veterinarian and assist in transporting the dog/cat to and from the appointment. If I cannot arrange to do the transport myself, I will contact my RRR representative and assist in any way I can.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that no dog/cat CAN be adopted before being spayed or neutered unless it is a foster to adopt situation that has been approved by the RRR team.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that all basic medical expenses for each foster dog/cat that comes into my care will be covered by RRR, provided that an authorized RRR representative has approved the medical expenses, and the care is from a RRR designated veterinarian.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that if I choose to go to a vet of my choosing, I may be responsible for the vet bill.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that Ruff Road Revival will provide necessary supplies for the animal given the foster informs RRR of what supplies they will need. In the event that RRR does not have the exact supplies readily available, Ruff Road Revival will reimburse necessary supplies for the animal. Receipts for the supplies must be provided to Mikayla within 7 days of the purchase.

Foster UNDERSTANDS how to be reimbursed for said purchases. RRR appreciates willingness to donate toward the dog/cat’s general expenses, such as treats, toys, etc., and RRR will offer donated items, as available, for use by foster homes (such general expenses, if paid for by a foster home and not by RRR, may be tax deductible.) Crates and other supplies can be lent to foster homes and returned to RRR when a foster dog is adopted.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that RRR utilizes online adoption sites, the website, and social media to get animals adopted. Foster AGREES to assist in finding an adopter for my foster pet by marketing my foster pet online if possible and providing great clear photos with good lighting and a short biography of each foster cat or dog that comes into my care to a RRR representative.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that Ruff Road Revival requires all animals to be in the foster home for a minimum of two weeks before being posted for adoption and that the foster period can take weeks to months. Foster AGREES to commit to the foster pet until adoption if possible. Foster AGREES that if a situation arises where I can no longer foster the pet, I will notify an RRR representative and do everything in my power to find a suitable foster replacement. Foster UNDERSTANDS that finding a foster replacement may take time.

Foster UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES that any potential adopter MUST be screened and approved by an authorized RRR representative. I understand that my input will be appreciated and a part of the process. I understand that I will receive any promising adoption applications for my foster pet and be expected to look over them as well as interview the potential adopter myself so that RRR can work with me to choose the best home possible for my foster pet. I understand that the final decision to place or not to place any particular dog/cat with any particular potential adopter will be made by an authorized RRR representative with the thoughts and feelings of the foster at the forefront of the decision.

Foster AGREES that prospective adopters may contact me directly by phone or email.

Foster understands that the following protocol should be followed regarding children in the house:
-Do not under any circumstances leave a child unattended with any dog/cat.
-Do not leave bones around the house when children are present and be cautious and observant when children are eating and the dog is in the room (or the dog is eating and children are in the room).
-Should you have ANY concerns or feel uncomfortable with a situation between the dog/cat and a child, please contact Mikayla.

Foster understands that even if this animal has been housed with cats in its foster home that RRR cannot guarantee the behavior with a new cat(s) will be the same. Please use caution when introducing a new dog to existing cats in the household. If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact a RRR representative.

Foster understands and agrees to provide the foster animal with proper decompress time (utilizing the 3 3 3 rule that I will receive as part of my onboarding) with at least 3 days of decompression before doing slow introductions with resident pets and potentially longer decompression time before introductions depending on the animal.

Foster understands that I will receive information surrounding animal introduction, decompression and adjustment to my home as part of the onboarding process. Foster AGREES to thoroughly read over this information and to utilize it with each foster animal I bring into my home.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that the RRR ID tag (if I am given one) must always be worn on the dog’s collar, because this is its link to back to RRR. If the dog loses its tag, I agree to immediately contact RRR for a new one.

Foster AGREES to keep each foster dog that comes into my care on a leash when outside my home or my own securely fenced yard.

Foster AGREES to keep each foster cat indoors ONLY.

Foster AGREES to keep any puppies (or adult dogs) that are not fully vaccinated off of ground that has potentially been exposed to parvo (parvo can live for up to nine years on any surface including concrete, but especially grass/soil).

Foster UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES that no foster dog that comes into my care will be allowed to run or play off leash in a dog park or other open public area without prior approval from an RRR representative.

Foster UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES that I am responsible for the safety of each foster pet that comes into my care, and for the safety of other animals and people the foster pet encounters.

Foster AGREES to immediately notify my RRR contact in the event of a missing or injured foster dog/cat.

Foster UNDERSTANDS that if I decide to adopt a foster dog/cat in my care, I must go through the adoption process, including filling out an adoption application/contract and paying the requested adoption fee. (Adoption fees are used to help cover costs to save and help more dogs/cats.)

Foster UNDERSTANDS that any foster in my care must be kept indoors unless attended outside and will not be kept outside to sleep under any circumstances.

Foster promises to notify RRR if any foster dog/cat in my care is in need of veterinary care such as vaccinations, routine testing, illness treatment, heartworm/flea/tick prevention etc. and to schedule these appointments with an RRR vet tech or approved veterinarian.

Foster agrees to provide necessary medical care as soon as it is requested by RRR and understands that RRR will financially cover this medical care as long as it is approved and with an RRR approved vet.

Foster agrees to make time to return their foster animal to the care of an RRR representative (designated by Mikayla) or have it picked up by said RRR representative without question within 24 hours of RRR making the request.

RRR retains the right to remove a foster dog/cat from my care at any time.

These terms and conditions also provide for the release of liability of RRR and its volunteers on account of the actions of any dog or cat of any breed, which has been released into the ownership of RRR and placed into the care of a foster.

Thank you for choosing Ruff Road Revival! We are thrilled to have you join our foster team and aim to provide you with a wonderful fostering experience.
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RUFF ROAD REVIVAL FOSTER APPLICATION

If rent, please include owner's name, phone number, and email

If you do have a fenced yard, please describe:

Please provide a veterinary reference if you have one. By providing this information, you grant us permission to contact your veterinarian for a reference check. Please call your vet to notify them that Ruff Road Revival will be contacting them for a veterinary reference.

Please list three personal references (not a relative or household member) who can vouch for your character as a pet owner. Please include at least one that you have known for at least three years. Give name, phone number, and email.

Reference 1:

Reference 2

Reference 3

If you were consulting with a training website or television program and it said to use the following methods, which do you believe to be positive reinforcement only techniques? Please check the appropriate box for each example.

I understand and agree to the need for screening of fosters. I certify that the information supplied on this application is true and correct.