Adoption - Foster to Adopt

Adoption - Foster to Adopt - Application
All information provided is strictly confidential. No information is shared, sold or provided to any source not directly involved in the care of the Rescue dog.

IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU COMMIT TO GIVING THE DOG ENOUGH TIME TO ADJUST TO THEIR NEW HOME. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT THE TIME & EFFORT NEEDED TO ALLOW THE DOG TO ADJUST TO YOU & YOUR HOME.

A minmum of 30 days is the recommended and standard decompression period we strongly recommend for a Rescue dog to be fully integrated in a new unfamiliar home and environment.

Geraldine Foundation for Strays makes no representations or warranties, expressed or implied, about the animal's temperament and is hereby absolved from any liability for future damages or injuries caused by said animal.

I also understand and agree that Geraldine Foundation for Strays further gives no guarantees, expressed or implied, of the suitability of the animal to the adopter and/or his family.

If you fail as a Foster/Adopter for any reason or the dog's life is in danger due to negligence, the RESCUE that accepts your Adopt/Foster Application will require the dog be returned to the Rescue facility. As the dog's Adopter/Foster you are responsible for safe and proper transport.

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Please INITIAL here to indicate that you have read, understood, and AGREE to the above.*
If ADOPTION - In consideration of the dog and as partial reimbursement of the costs of Rescue, the Adopter agrees to donate an adoption fee (from $100+ - depending on the Rescue) unless other arrangements have been agreed upon.

This application may be submitted to a partner Rescue and after reviewing a Rescue might ask you for more information.
Please initial HERE to indicate that you have read, understand and agree to the above.*
If a dog is adopted and released unspayed/unneutered -- the Adopter will have the Dog spayed or neutered within 30 days of receipt. If the dog is younger than 6 months -- the Adopter will provide proof of spay/neuter when age appropriate, unless waived due to medical concern
Please INITIAL here to indicate that you have read, understood, and AGREE to the above.*
You MUST:
Be 21 years old
NEVER abuse animals
Have Landlord's or Owner's permission to have a dog if you rent your residence
Agree that all dogs have to be Up-To-Date on vaccinations
Agree that all dogs & cats in your home must be spayed or neutered if they are 6 months or older, unless a medical condition prohibits
Agree to a Home Visit done by one of our volunteers, if necessary
Agree to provide Freedom photos/brief videos on request after adoption to ensure the dog is in good health and adjusting well to the home and all residents and resident pets
Agree that all pets are to be housed indoors and provided love, humane care & treatment: proper food,
water, shelter & exercise and a safe, loving space
Agree to that this pet wear a martingale collar or harness with identification tags at all times when the dog is in public or outdoors
Agree to have the dog reside in the home
Agree to schedule an appointment with my veterinarian to occur within 2 weeks of this adoption
Agree to never allow the dog to be left unattended with young children
Agree to never abuse an adopted/fostered dog and prevent any abuse by others.
Agree to give the Dog proper food, water, shelter, grooming and vet care/meds to maintain the Dog in good, healthy conditions including but not limited to: annual and biannual vet exam
Agree to provide routine heart-worm medication on veterinarian approved schedule, along with flea & tick control products approved for use on canines.
Agree to schedule an appointment with a veterinarian to occur within 2 weeks of this adoption.
Please INITIAL here to indicate that you have read, understood, and AGREE to the above.*
DOG(S) NAME — ID NO*
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ADOPTFOSTERFOSTER TO ADOPTOther
Adopter / Foster*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Cell Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email Address:*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Occupation*
EMPLOYER*
How many years at your present job? *
Employer reference? *
Employer phone contact? *
What type of residence do you live in?*

HouseCondo/TownhomeApartmentTrailer-Home
How many hours a day will the dog spend alone - no other person to oversee their behavior or companionship needs? Can you consider using a Pet Sitter or Dog Walker for additional care and daily activity? *
What is your level of dog experience?*

Never had a dogChildhood PetHad one or more dogs as an adultExperience with Rescue dogsProfessional Dog TrainerVet Tech / Animal Hospital ExperienceExperience working with medical issuesExperience with Rescue dogs with behavioral issues
Does Adopter have any health concerns? Does anyone in the home have any health or medical concerns - including all children in the home. Do you have any temporary or on-going disabilities or medical concerns that would hinder your ability to provide a safe healthy environment for the dog? What is the nature of the health or medical issue? How long do you anticipate recovery or medical condition or how long do you anticipate your health issue will be in effect?*
Would you be agreeable to a home-check done prior to fostering or adoption or to provide photos &/or short videos of your home setting and where the dog will be housed, fed, sleep in your home?*
Have you ever returned or surrendered a dog to a shelter or a dog rescue? How long was the dog in your household? What was the reason you had the dog removed from your household?*
If a dog is fostered and released unspayed/unneutered -- the Rescue will have the dog spayed or neutered when age appropriate.The Rescue may require the FOSTER to assist with delivery and pick-up of the dog to/from the spay/neuter facility. The FOSTER may be required to provide proof of spay/neuter unless waived due to medical concern.*
Re. FOSTER offer: The Rescue may do a home-visit if necessary and will provide timely notice. FOSTER will assist with the adoption of the foster dog by allowing potential adopters to do video calls with the Foster dog and participate in Meets to introduce the Foster dog to potential adopters. GFstrays may assist with introduction of a foster dog to a potential adopter and will be given access to the Foster dog for that purpose.*
Please INITIAL here to indicate that you have read, understood, and AGREE to the above.*
Do you have CRATES / DOGGIE GATES FOR SECURITY*
I agree to pick-up the above items from GFStrays if requested and will return said item to GFStrays or its designated representative*

Agreed
Do you have a fenced-in yard? What is the height of the fence?*

yesnoHeight of fenceType of Fence - Hurricane Link - Solid privacy woodOther
If Foster offer: When are you available to start fostering?*

Other
IF you are applying to FOSTER a dog - what length of time are you available to foster a dog?*

Other
What is your level of dog experience??*

BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedHad one or more dogs as an adultChildhood PetExperience with a Rescue DogExperience fostering dogs with medical issuesVet Tech/Animal Hospital ExperienceProfessional Dog TrainerOther
If you have previously fostered a dog - what were the foster dates? Breed of dog? Weight? How long did you foster the dog? What dog rescue did you previously foster for?*

yesnoOther
Do you currently have a dog or pet in your residence? What is the age, sex and weight of the pet/dog and is the pet fixed. up-to-date on all shots, preventatives and dog-friendly??*

yesnoOther
What breed dog do you prefer to foster?*

Other
Do you require a dog who is housebroken or crate-trained?*

yesnoOther
PREFERRED WEIGHT - SEX - AGE - OF FOSTER DOG??*

5-20lbs20-40lbs50lbs+BreedFemaleMalePuppyYoung AdultSeniorOther
Would you be willing to foster a heartworm positive dog*

yesnoOther
Are you or anyone in your household or frequent visitor to your home allergic to a dog or have an allergic reaction to a dog*

yesnoOther
Do you have any children in your household? what are their ages? Sex? What is their level of dog experience breed? Age? Sex?*

yesnoOther
If there is no fenced in yard how will you exercise the dog?*

local dog parkwalks in neighborhoodneighbor's fenced-in yardOtherOther
Do you own or rent your home?*

OwnRent
Landlord, Condominium or Owner's name? *

First NameLast Name
Phone / Cell Number*

Area CodePhone Number
I am adopting a dog for:*

MyselfChildrenSpouseGiftOther
What is your Landlord's pet policy*
Why do you want to adopt a dog?*
Do you plan to have an 'event' in your home in the near future - birthday, anniversary, group activity - that might be upsetting or a possible concern to a new dog in the residence? *
Do you plan to travel - a vacation, visit with friends, 'etc.' in the near future - that could be upsetting or a possible concern to a new rescue dog in the residence? *
Do you plan to renovate your home in the near future - that could be upsetting or a possible concern to a new rescue dog in the residence? *
Do you have small children in your home or visiting on a regular basis - that could be upsetting or a possible concern to a new rescue dog in the residence? *
1 - Personal Reference -- NEIGHBOR preferred- name -- phone/cell #-- email address*
2 - Personal Reference -- NEIGHBOR preferred - name -- phone/cell # -- email address*
How many people live in the home? What is their relationship to you?*
How many people are under age 21 yrs old -- what are their ages - sex?*
Does anyone living in the home have allergies to a dog?*
Do small children visit your home on a regular basis? ?*
Are you planning to move in the next 12 months?*
What will happen to the dog if you move unexpectedly?*
What provisions do you make for your pets when you go on vacation?*
How many hours during the day/night will the dog be without human companionship?*
WILL YOU CRATE YOUR PET?*

YESNO
How many hours would you be required to crate the pet & for what reason?*
How would you deal with behavioral issues such as barking, chewing, destructive behavior, bathroom accidents indoors, unruly leash behavior of your pet*
Have you ever been convicted of an animal related crime such as cruelty, animal theft, or animal abandonment?*
Please list below all current pets: Dog -- Cat -- Breed -- Weight -- Age --Neutered/spayed? Owned for how long? What is pet's name, disposition and behavior towards other animals?*
Please list all previously-owned dogs: names - sex - breed - weight - how long owned - what happened them?*
VETERINARIAN REFERENCE: Name, address & phone number - contact information for the Vet Clinic that can verify vaccinations/spay/neuter status of the current or recent pets.*
Vet / Clinic Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Pet Owner's Name registered with Vet/Clinic*

First NameLast Name
How often should a dog see a veterinarian?*
I understand that if I am accepted as a responsible adopter and I no longer want my pet, or am unable to care for my adopted pet, I will contact the rescue to surrender the adopted dog back to the rescue and provide transport if required.*

AGREED
As Part of the Adoption Process I agree to provide a photo ID - (JPG of Driver's License)*

Agreed
I agree to provide JPGS of the Residence - Interior & Exterior - space dog will be housed in, backyard, fencing and general neighborhood and JPGS of resident children under age 13 and resident pets - dogs & cats*

Agreed
Would you be agreeable to a home-check done prior to or within a reasonable time period after adopting/fostering a dog, if requested?*

Agreed
Would you be agreeable to providing follow-up update photos or short video of the adopted dog within a reasonable time period after adopting/fostering a dog, when requested?*

Agreed
I HAVE ANSWERED ALL QUESTIONS AND PROVIDED ALL NEEDED REFERENCES TRUTHFULLY AND HONESTLY TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. I certify that all information I provided is true and I understand that any false information may result in nullifying this adoption.*

AgreedOther
By clicking on submit you are signing this agreement electronically. You agree your electronic signature is the equivalent of your manual signature on this agreement*

AgreedOther
Date*
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Adoption - Foster to Adopt - Application