Darlington County Humane Society

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Fostering Saves Lives

At Darlington County Humane Society, our foster program plays a crucial role in saving the thousands of lives of animals who need extra care and attention each year. Whether you’re interested in providing a temporary home for kittens, puppies, animals with medical needs, or those requiring behavioral intervention, we have a foster opportunity for you.

Please fill out the following application to help us learn more about you and how you can support our mission.
Name*

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Email Address*
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What is your preferred contact method?*

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Address*

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Which of these applies to you?*
How did you hear about us?*
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Are you over 18 years old?*

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Have you fostered animals in the past?*
Please list the organizations you have fostered with either currently or in the past.*
What is your experience fostering or working with animals? *

Background Information
Have you or anyone in your household ever been convicted of, or plead guilty to, any crime(s)?*

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Please describe the details of the crime(s) in question:*
Are there any criminal charges pending against you or anyone in your household regarding any crime(s) involving or against a minor or involving animal cruelty?*

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Please describe the details of the pending charge(s) in question:*
Please upload a photo of your driver's license or government issued ID.*

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Animal(s) You Are Currently Fostering
Do you currently have any Darlington County Humane Society animals in your care or are you leaving the organization with foster animals?*

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Are you currently fostering a litter?*
What species is this litter?*
You selected "Other Species", please specify:*
Is the mom of this litter being fostered as well?*
Please enter the mom's details in the "Animal 1 Information" section below.
Litter Name*
How many weeks old is this litter?*
How many are FEMALES?*
How many are MALES?*
If you are reporting a litter ONLY with no mother or other animals, please do not fill out the Animal 1 section.
Animal 1 Information
Animal Name
Type/Species
Breed (Cat)
Breed (Dog)
Gender
Estimated Age
Are you currently fostering a second animal?*

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Animal 2 Information
Animal 2 Name*
Type/Species*
Breed (Cat)*
Breed (Dog)*
Gender*
Estimated Age*
Are you currently fostering a third animal?*

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Animal 3 Information
Animal 3 Name*
Type/Species*
Breed (Cat)*
Breed (Dog)*
Gender*
Estimated Age*

Acknowledgment and Agreement
1. I agree to provide a safe, warm, clean, and loving environment for the animal(s) that are participating in the foster program. I further agree to take appropriate precautions to ensure the safety of all animals and people when introducing the Darlington County Humane Society animal(s) to my/our resident animals.

2. I understand that co-mingling our owned animal(s) with foster animal(s) is not recommended, as there is a risk of illness or injury to my owned animal(s). I further understand and agree that should my owned animal(s) become ill or injured due to the co-mingling of animals, the resulting veterinary expenses will be my sole responsibility and Darlington County Humane Society will be held harmless.

3. I understand that should I lose the animal(s) while it’s in my care, I must notify the shelter immediately and animal control in the jurisdiction that I live. I understand that I may not give away or sell any animals participating in a shelter program.

4. I agree and understand to follow all medical and behavioral instructions. I agree that I will attend all required check-up appointments as set by Darlington County Humane Society staff.

5. I agree that any foster pets will be in my care at all times. Cats and kittens are to be kept exclusively indoors. Dogs and puppies must be supervised when outside.

6. I agree to not take the Darlington County Humane Society animal(s) to any pet stores, animal daycares, dog parks, or veterinarians without prior approval from Darlington County Humane Society. I further understand that if I do take a Darlington County Humane Society animal to a veterinarian, Darlington County Humane Society is not responsible for payment to the veterinary office. I understand that the foster would be liable for any debt incurred from seeking outside medical care.

7. I release any and all staff, volunteers, officials, officers, insurers, or any other individual affiliated with the Darlington County Humane Society from any and all civil liability and/or any and all forms of injury which may arise as a result of fostering by volunteering to take animals into my home.

8. I also acknowledge that there are many dangers and risks associated with fostering/volunteering to work with shelter animal(s) and I am granting that I do hereby release any and all persons affiliated with Darlington County Humane Society from any injuries, whether physical or mentally sustained by me or the individual(s) I have guardianship over.

9. Tetanus Information: I understand that because I, or my child (if the applicant is under 18), may handle animals, it is important to discuss being vaccinated against tetanus with my physician. I release Darlington County Humane Society from all responsibility that may occur because of my not pursuing this matter further, and I understand whatever decision I make is at my own risk.

10. I acknowledge and understand that as a foster/volunteer of Darlington County Humane Society, I or my child (if the applicant is under 18) is not covered by Darlington County Humane Society workers compensation or any other insurance policy for any damages or injuries I, or my child, may sustain during fostering/volunteer activities.

11. I understand that fostering may involve strenuous activity on my part. I am in good health and am aware of no physical problem or condition that will limit or interfere with my ability to participate in taking care of the animal(s) I have agreed to. I have read and understand this agreement and am of legal age. I am legally competent and am signing this document of my own free will, devoid of any influence of a Darlington County Humane Society staff member.

12. I understand that the animal(s) I am taking into foster are owned by Darlington County Humane Society regardless of how long they are in my care under the program. I further understand that Darlington County Humane Society is the owner of the animal(s) until I have completed the adoption process including payment of any fees.

13. I agree to hold Darlington County Humane Society harmless for any damages or injuries that may arise from an animal that is in a foster home. I further agree and understand that Darlington County Humane Society cannot predict how an animal will behave nor can Darlington County Humane Society be held responsible for an animal’s behavior. I understand that should an injury occur to any person, or animal for the duration of the foster period, Darlington County Humane Society is not responsible for medical payments or debts incurred and cannot be held liable.

14. I give permission for Darlington County Humane Society to use the photographs I provide of me, or my child (if the applicant is under 18), for use in any publication or advertising purposes that Darlington County Humane Society may designate.
By signing below, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions outlined. You also certify that all information provided in this form is complete, accurate, and truthful to the best of your knowledge.*

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Foster Commitment & Preferences

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Background Information

Animal(s) You Are Currently Fostering

Animal 1 Information

Animal 2 Information

Animal 3 Information

Acknowledgment and Agreement