Desiderata Rescue Foster Application

Please describe the characteristics of the dog/cat you are able to foster and any restrictions you may have(species, breed, gender, age, energy level, would you consider special needs, no fenced yard, can work with dog reactive dogs, etc) *

Name *

First Name Last Name

Street Address *

City *

State and Zip Code *

Primary Phone Number *

Alternate Phone Number (home or work) *

Email *

example@example.com

Occupation and Employer *

Veterinarian Name and Phone Number (please ensure we have permission to inquire) *

Personal Reference Name and Phone Number *

Rent or own *

Rent Own

Landlord Name and Phone Number (n/a if own) *

Type of home *

House Condo/Townhouse Apartment

Fully fenced yard? *

Yes No

Type of fence, height, size *

Kennel run? Size? When used? *

Number and ages of children in the household full time and part time? *

Number, genders and ages of adults in the household full time and part time? *

Number of dogs in the household? *

Breed, gender and age of dog(s)? Spayed/neutered? *

Number of cats in the household? *

Age and gender of cat(s)? Spayed/neutered? *

Who will be the primary caregiver of your foster pet? *

How will this dog/cat be exercised on a daily basis? *

Where will this dog/cat sleep at night? *

Is there an adult home during the day? *

How many hours a day will your dog/cat be alone and where will they stay during that time? *

Where will this dog/cat stay when you or another adult are home? *

Do you have/will you get a crate for this dog? (n/a for cats) *

Will you use a tie-out, chain, or cable to restrain your dog outside? (n/a for cats) *

What is your level of experience as a pet caregiver? *

Novice Somewhat experienced Very experienced Expert (trainer, vet, etc)

Have you had previous experience with rescue dogs/cats? If so, please explain *

Under what circumstances would you be unable to continue fostering? *

Do you agree to a home check? *

Yes No

Please attach a picture of the main living area in your home *

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Please attach a picture of the outside of your home *

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Please attach a picture of your yard that shows the fence (if no yard, attach another picture of the inside of your home) *

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Please attach a picture of your current pets (past pets or another indoor picture if no previous or current pets) *

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Additional comments: *

Character and temperament

A rescue dog or cat may have experienced an unfortunate history of one or more of the following: neglect, abuse, lonliness, distrust, hunger, etc. The most definitely experienced abandonment and the stress of transport from Texas and the stress of transition. An adjustment period of multiple days and sometimes weeks should be expected, but will only happen in some instances. Most dogs and cats are so happy to be home that they adjust very quickly. So it is something to prepare for and consider, but not necessarily something that will happen. Our dogs and cats also receive a lot of love and attention in their foster homes in Texas and in WA state so they have already had positive experiences to counter any negative experiences they may have had in their past lives.

We determine their character and temperament based on the behavior they display in their foster homes. Please keep in mind that they are sentient beings and that behavior may change/be different in your home than it was in the foster home. We cannot guarantee that a dog or cat will behave exactly the same way as they did in their foster home once placed in a new situations, just like humans may change behavior when they transition to new situations and environments. Any known behavioral issues are disclosed in the pet's individual profile. In either case, our rescued pets are loving and deserving of love. Our mission statement is 'Turning discarded pets into desired pets' and we truly want our pets in homes that are a perfect fit for them and their new family.

Placement

Submission of this application does not guarantee placement of the dog/cat as a foster in your home. Applicants must agree to a home visit if asked for one. Fostering is temporary and does not entitle the foster parent to adoption or to keeping their foster pet long term. The foster must return the pet to the rescue service immediately upon request. The foster must also give reasonable notice (7 days) should they no longer be able to foster the pet placed in their home.

Should the foster parent wish to adopt their foster pet, a separate adoption application needs to be completed. While we give our foster parents special consideration if they want to adopt, the main goal is to find the best possible home for each of our pets. There may be a home that is better suited for your foster pet than you are. If that is the case, it is not a reflection on you or your ability to care for a pet, it simply means that for that specific pet a different situation is more suitable. The majority of the time however, foster parents are able to adopt if they choose to do so, provide they are willing to go through the adoption process. Adoption fees are listed in the pets' individual profiles and in the adoption application.

Responsibilities of the foster parent

1. The foster parent agrees to provide shelter, food and companionship to the foster pet placed in their home. The foster will not keep the foster pet outside or in unsafe conditions and will keep the pet leashed or contained at all times.

2. Should the foster pet get lost or escape, the foster parent agrees to immediately contact the rescue service via desideratarescue@gmail.com and assist in the recovery of the foster pet, including but not limited to searching for the pet on the ground, posting on Nextdoor/Facebook/Craigslist, putting up posters in the area the pet was lost, handing out fliers to neighbors, etc.

3. The foster parent agrees to relay any health concerns to the rescue service immediately upon noticing them via desideratarescue@gmail.com. All veterinary care MUST BE PRE-APPROVED by the rescue service. The rescue service will NOT reimburse veterinary care that was not pre-approved.

Should veterinary care be necessary, the rescue service will take the foster pet to the vet of their choice. In the case of a life-threatening emergency, other arrangements can be made, but the rescue service still has to be contacted to determine a course of action and to approve veterinary care.

4. Once there is an approved for your foster pet, you will be given their contact information to set up the initial meet and greet. The purpose of this initial meet and greet is solely for the determination if the potential adopter wishes to continue in the adoption process upon meeting the pet in person. The rescue service will handle all of the other steps in the adoption process.

Potential adopters must come to you or a location convenient for you for the initial meet and greet. You are not required to or asked to travel anywhere. They must come to you.

5. We ask that you provide pictures of your foster pet that can be used to promote their adoption. Sharing your foster pet on your own social media accounts greatly increases their chances of getting adopted quickly so it is appreciated if you are willing to post their profiles and pictures.

Acknowledgement

I understand that any misrepresentation of facts may result in the removal of the placed dog or cat from my home. I understand that Desiderata Rescue has done due diligence in determining temperament, habits, and physical condition of the dog/cat but is not responsible for the accuracy of information received about the temperament, habits, or physical condition of the dog/cat. Desiderata Rescue is neither liable nor responsible for any damage, injury, or accident resulting from the placement of this dog/cat.

If placed in my home, I accept the responsbility for the temporary housing, feeding, companionship, safe containment, and handling of this dog/cat.

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