Foster Intake Form 2025

Foster Application

Animal Foster Sign-Up Form
Thank you for opening your home to an animal in need!

Please fill out this quick form and tell us more about your experience and home.
Once submitted – you’ll receive an email with next steps and a copy of our Foster Care Agreement.

To be eligible to foster an anaimal for Sydney Dogs & Cats Home, you must:
- Be 18 Years or Older
- Live in Sydney. *No Interstate Fostering.
- Be able to transport your foster animal to & from Sydney Dogs & Cats Home.
Your Details

Personal Information
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Contact Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: 0000 000 000.
Email*
We will be contacting you primarily through email.
Drivers Licence Number*
You will be required to transport your foster animal to check-ups and meetings frequently.
Emergency Contact Information

Please provide a secondary person to contact that we can reach if you are unavailable.
Full Name*
Phone Number*
Format: 0000 000 000.
Relationship
Fostering Address

Please enter the address where you’ll be fostering the animal.
Address*

Unit. / House Number

Street Name

SuburbState

Post Code
Fostering Preferences

Our foster team will work with you to match the right foster animal to your lifestyle.
Are you able to start fostering in the next two weeks?*

YesNo
If No, Please select the date you will be able to start fostering

DayMonthYear
Are there any days that you will be away or unavailable in the next TWO months?*

YesNo
Start Date

DayMonthYear
End Date

DayMonthYear
Which animal would you like to foster?*

DogsCatsRabbitsPuppiesKittensPocket Pets
Your Home

Tell us a little bit more about your home and the space that your foster animal will spend most of their time.
What type of home do you live in?*

Family HomeApartmentTown HouseShare House
Do you have landlord permission to house an animal? *

YesNoN/A - I am a home owner
*Try having another conversation with your rental company. More information on animals and renting can be found here.
Do you have a private outdoor space?*

YesNo
*This could be a balcony or courtyard. Small back or front yard for Small yard sufficient for toileting and a little play. Or Backyard or garden big enough for a dog to run.
Is this outdoor space secure? *
Typically, how many dogs do you see when walking around in your area?
Where will your foster animal spend time while your home?*
Where will your foster animal spend time while you are NOT home?*
How long & often would your foster animal be left in the home alone? *
How many hours per day? *
Provide number of hours per day and any other specific details.
Household & Pets

Adults, Children & Own Pets
How many adults live in your home?*
Do you have children in your home?*
Do you have any other pets living in your home? *

YesNo
Please list your pets species and ages.*
Add any additional info about your pets here too!
Describe your pet’s sociability with other animals (for dogs and cats only) *
For multiple pets, select all that apply and provide details in the above field
Are you able to keep your pets in a separate area to your foster animal? *

YesNoOther
Fostering A Dog

Tell us little bit more about your experience with dogs
Describe your experience with dogs?*

Not cared for a dog beforeHave minded dogs temporarilyLived with dogs belonging to othersHave owned dogsHave worked in pet care industryHave fostered beforeHave handled many dogsOther
*Experience can include previous fostering, pets or any other experience you wish to share.
What size dog would you be open to fostering? (Select all that apply)*

Puppy/Young PupUnder 10kg10kg - 25kg25kg - 30kg30+kg
Would you be open to fostering a 'Special Needs' dog with more complex requirements? This could include:

FearfulMedical needsBlind/deafSeniorSeparation distressBig Feelings (excitability, high-energy, emotion regulation issues)Requires training (toileting, lead/walking, socialisation)
*Dogs with special needs require fosters who can actively work with SDCH to help these animals adjust to home life and get ready for adoption.

They may need regular check-ins with our vet team, on-going training and communuication with the SDCH Foster team.

Cases that are deemed special will be monitored closely by SDCH with all treatments and care needs provided for fosters with ongoing support from our Animal Team.
Fostering A Cat

Tell us little bit more about your experience with cats
All foster cats and kittens should be kept indoors in a secure environment. If they spend time outside, it will need to be in a fully enclosed area with no opportunity for the cat to jump/climb out.
Are you able to keep your foster cat indoors at all times?*

YesNoOther
Is there space in your home that can be a secured space for your foster cat?*
This could be a small room or secured area that your foster cat comfortably retreat to if needed.
Describe your experience with cats?*

Not cared for a cat beforeHave minded cats temporarilyLived with cats belonging to othersHave owned catsHave worked in pet care industryHave fostered beforeHave handled many catsOther
What type of cat would you be open to fostering? (Select all that apply)*

Kitten/Young CatAdult CatSenior Cat
Would you be open to fostering a 'Special Needs' cat with more complex requirements? This could include:

Timid/ScaredBlind/deafMedical needs (ongoing surgery/recovery)NeonatesFemales with LittersCats with Behavioural NeedsCats/Kittnens undergoing treatments (ringworm, giardia, parasites)
*Cats with special needs require fosters who can actively work with SDCH to help these cats adjust to home life and get ready for adoption.

They may need their own safe space or room to acclimate to their foster carer.

Cases that are deemed special will be monitored closely by SDCH with all treatments and care needs provided for fosters with ongoing support from our Animal Team.
Fostering Rabbits & Pocket Pets

Tell us little bit more about your experience with smaller animals
All rabbits and pocket pets should be kept indoors only. They will likely spend most of their time in a secure enclosure to avoid any harm to themselves or your home. If they spend time outside, it will need to be in a fully enclosed area with no opportunity for the animal to jump/climb out.
Are you able to keep your foster animal indoors at all times?*

YesNoOther
Is there space in your home for a secured enclosure for your foster animal?*
This could be a small room or secured area that can fit a medium to large housing cage comfortably
Describe your experience with smaller pets?*

Not cared for a small pet beforeHave minded smaller pets temporarilyHave owned smaller petsLived with smaller petsHave worked in pet care industryHave fostered beforeOther
If Other, Please include details below:
*Experience can include previous fostering, pets or any other experience you wish to share.
Final Details
Where did you hear about foster with SDCH?*

Social MediaGoogleFamily or FriendsSDCH EmailSDCH EventOther
Stay in the loop!

I would like to receive fostering updates and important news from SDCH.
Foster Carer Agreement*

I agree to the terms outlined in the Sydney Dogs & Cats Home Foster Care Agreement.
Click here to view the full terms in the Sydney Dogs & Cats Home Foster Care Agreement.
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Foster Application

Your Details

Emergency Contact Information

Fostering Address

Fostering Preferences

Your Home

Household & Pets

Fostering A Dog

Fostering A Cat

Fostering Rabbits & Pocket Pets

Final Details