Foster To Adoption Application

Lab Rescue of Greater Richmond
P.O. Box 1574, Midlothian, VA 23113-1574

info@labrescue-richmond.com
Foster to Adoption Application
What Is Foster-to-Adoption?
Foster-to-adoption gives approved adopters the opportunity to welcome a dog into their home on a trial basis while deciding if it’s the right long-term match. During this period, the dog is still considered "in foster," and our rescue continues to provide support, guidance, and cover approved medical expenses. Once you know it’s love, you complete the adoption!

Why Choose Foster-to-Adopt?
- Save a life: You’re helping a dog leave the shelter and begin their new chapter.
- No-pressure transition: You and your foster dog have time to adjust and bond before adoption.
- Support along the way: LRGR covers medical care during the foster period and provides guidance.
- Matchmaking made easy: See how the dog fits into your home and lifestyle before committing.
How It Works
- Apply – Submit an adoption application and indicate your interest in foster-to-adopt.
- Match – Our team will help match you with a dog who’s a good fit for your home and lifestyle.
- Trial Period – Transport provided by LRGR. Take a couple of weeks to get to know the dog.
- Vet Care- Veterinary expenses are covered during the foster period (routine care, preventatives, and any necessary treatments)
- Adopt – If it’s a match, we finalize the adoption and celebrate your new family member!
Personal Information
Applicant's First Name:*
Applicant's Last Name:*
Applicant's E-mail:*
Applicant's Phone Number:*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Applicant's Age:*
Applicant's Employer:*
Applicant's Position/Title:
I am the sole applicant*

YesNo
Co- Applicant Information

Spouse, Partner
Co-Applicant's First Name:*
Co-Applicant's Last Name:*
Co-Applicant's Phone Number:*
Co-Applicant's E-mail:*
example@example.com
Co-Applicant's Relationship to Applicant*

SpouseParent/GuardianPartnerChild of ApplicantRoommate
Co-Applicant's Age:*
Co-Applicant's Position/Title:*
Co-Applicant's Employer:*
Is there a particular Foster to Adoption dog that you are interested in? If yes, please explain what drew you to this particular dog.*
Household Information
Type of Dwelling:*
Do You Own or Rent*

OwnRent
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Have you received permission from your landlord to have a dog?*

YesNo
Is there a weight limit for dogs on your rental property?*

YesNoUnsure
What is the limit?*
How many steps to enter your home?*
Front of home and back of home
Do you plan to move within the next year?*

YesNo
List all of the residents of your household other than applicant

and co-applicant.
Residents:
Describe Household

ActiveQuietNoisyAverage
Are you currently expecting a child?*

YesNo
Are you considering having and/or adopting children within the next 10 years?*

YesNoUndecided
Does anyone in the household uses devices such as walkers, wheelchairs, scooters... *
Who will be responsible for the dog?*
Yard/Fence
Will the dog have access to the yard when you are away for work, errands etc.?*

YesNo
Is your yard fenced, physical or invisible?*

YesNoWe do not have a yard
Describe the type/style of fence: Are all sides of fence the same height?*
Please include: Invisable, material and height
Height of fence*

4ft5ft6ftOther
Are there any gaps or low areas in the fence?*

YesNo
Do you have a doggie door?*

YesNo
If you have a doggie door, does it lock? If so, when is it locked?*
General Questions
Is anyone home during the day?*

YesNo
Who?*
On a typical work day, how many hours will the dog be left alone?*
Do you plan to use any of the following in order to provide a midday break?*

Dog WalkerDoggie DaycareFriend or neighbor to let out dogCome home for lunchNone of the aboveOther
Plans for crate use:*
Please be thorough and use multiple sentences for the following section.
Why do you want a Labrador Retriever?*
What is your plan for the dog's exercise and enrichment on a daily basis?*
Where will the dog stay/sleep during the night?*
How much do you believe it will cost to take care of your dog each year (food, vet care, license, toys, supplies, training)? *
Training Experience
Have you ever owned a dog?*

YesNo
Was your experience as a/an*

AdultChildBoth
Have you ever house-trained a dog?*

YesNo
Please explain your house training methods:*
Have you ever crate-trained a dog?*

YesNo
Have you ever obedience trained a dog ?*

YesNo
Did you do so on your own or with a professional trainer?*
Please list your training tools you use currently, plan to use or have used in the past.*

Flat collarMartngale collarProng Collar/ Choke collarStimulation collar/ e-collarHarnessSpray bottleTreatsClickerLong Lead
What is your training method to teach a dog to walk on a leash?*
How would you work with a dog that is reactive on a leash?*
Reactive: Barks, lunges towards dogs, people or triggers when on leash.
How would you correct a dog that jumps up on people?*
How would you work with a timid/shy dog?*
Explain your training method to help a dog that play bites (mouthy).*
Explain how you would work with a dog that displays resource guarding. Resource guarding refers to a dog displaying behavior (growling, snapping, etc.) intended to convince other dogs or humans to stay away from a particular treasure or “resource.” The resource can be food, treats, toys, a place (a bed or favorite chair), or occasionally a person.*
Pets
Please list all pets that you have owned in the past five (5) years:
List Pets below
Have you ever had a pet die at an early age due to an accident? Have you had to euthanize a pet for any reason besides old age?*

YesNo
Please give details:*
Have you ever given a pet away or turned a pet over to a shelter or rescue group? (This includes animals adopted from and then returned to a shelter or rescue group.) Or pets given to a family member.*

YesNo
Please give details:*
Characteristics of Labrador Retriever You Hope To Adopt
Sex?*
Color?*

ChocolateYellowBlackNo Preference
Age?*

I have No Age PreferenceI have an age PREFERENCEI have an age REQUIREMENT
Age*
Would you consider adopting a dog over the age of 3 years?*

YesNo
Would you consider adopting a dog over the age of 7 years?*

YesNo
Would you consider a Lab/Mix?*

YesNo
Energy Level:*

High (dog will need plenty of aerobic exercise daily such as jogging, swimming, dog-dog play, or retrieving)Moderate (dog will need at least two walks daily plus some play indoors or in a fenced yard)Couch potato (dog will be happy with a couple of leisurely strolls or visits to a fenced yard daily)
Is energy level a*

RequirementPreference
Would you adopt any of the following?

Heartworm positive dog (LRGR pays for treatment)Dog with a physical disabilityBlind DogDeaf DogDog with long term medical needs
Veterinarian Reference: Please provide the contact information for the Vet clinic(s) that can verify the vaccination and spay/neuter status of all dogs and cats you currently or have owned within the last 5 years.
Veterinary Practice, If no vet established, please put N/A:*
References
Please provide the names and contact information of two references. (Neighbors, friends, family, etc.)

At least one reference must be someone other than a family member or someone who lives with you.
Name:*
Phone Number:*
Email
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Phone Number:*
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Lab Rescue of Greater Richmond

Foster to Adoption Application

Co- Applicant Information

Yard/Fence

Pets