blanks* I willingly volunteer to care for puppies/dogs for Operation Secondhand Paws.
blanks* I understand that this dog(s) is/are temporarily in my care and belongs to the Operation Secondhand Paws member/sponsor named below.
blanks* I understand that the purpose of this foster relationship is to provide socialization and loving care for this dog(s) and that I will be responsible for providing food unless otherwise agreed upon.
blanks* I agree that I am fostering the dog for Operation Secondhand Paws and that I do not have any right of ownership over the foster dog. I further agree that Operation Secondhand Paws rights in and to the foster dog are superior to mine.
blanks* I will allow a reasonable amount of time for the dog to adjust to a new surrounding. Dogs typically take a week to settle into a new home.
blanks* I will accept and consider the dog as a household companion, not as an outside pet, and will provide the dog with a safe environment, humane treatment, proper food, fresh water, shelter and exercise.
blanks* Operation Secondhand Paws will cover veterinary expenses for the dog, provided that the care is pre-approved by the Operations Secondhand Paws director and performed by a Operations Secondhand Paws authorized veterinarian. I agree in the case of an emergency, I am to make every attempt to contact a Operations Secondhand Paws representative and go to an approved Operations Secondhand Paws emergency veterinarian.
blanks* I will NOT give or sell the dog to another person, relative, or any other individual, or any other rescue group, humane association, shelter or pound, or any medical or experimental laboratory or organization
blanks* If the dog is lost or stolen, I will immediately notify a Operation Secondhand Paws representative and I will make every reasonable effort to recover the dog.
blanks* I understand that if the dog(s) becomes ill, I will notify Operation Secondhand Paws immediately. Operation Secondhand Paws will not be responsible for unauthorized veterinary bills.
blanks* I will NOT alter the dog’s appearance in any way, shape or form such. Routine grooming is approved.
blanks* I will allow an Operation Secondhand Paws representative to make periodic visits to my home during the foster care period.
blanks* I will immediately notify Operation Secondhand Paws in any change or address, phone number, email address. I will also notify Operation Secondhand Paws of any plans to move or travel.
blanks* I will immediately notify Operation Secondhand Paws in the event of the dog’s death during the foster care period.
blanks* I will immediately notify Operation Secondhand Paws of any need in returning the dog to the rescue.
blanks* I will immediately return any foster dog in my care to Operation Secondhand Paws at the request of an authorized Operation Secondhand Paws representative at any time and for any reason.
blanks* I will not remove the dog’s microchip.
blanks* Should I decide to adopt the dog, I will notify Operation Secondhand Paws and follow adoption procedures.
blanks* I understand that rescued dogs can be unpredictable. I understand that dogs in my care may bite, scratch, or otherwise injure people or property. I understand and assume full responsibility for any injury which is incurred by any dog that I am responsible for. I specifically indemnify Operation Secondhand Paws, its board and any other members from liability resulting from any dog I am responsible for.
blanks* I agree that Operation Secondhand Paws is not liable to me and/or my children for any injuries, damages, losses, and/or medical expenses incurred by me, any family member, or any visitor to my home in connection with my fostering dogs for Operation Secondhand Paws.
blanks* I understand that I may not acquire any additional puppies/dogs for fostering without the prior authorization from Operation Secondhand Paws. Operation Secondhand Paws will not be responsible for medical expenses for any unauthorized puppies/dogs.
blanks* I understand that I have the right to surrender this dog(s) back to Operation Secondhand Paws if circumstances develop where I am unable to give the needed care.
blanks* I understand Operation Secondhand Paws makes every attempt to fully vet the dog prior to going into foster care, but in emergency foster situations, I am responsible for bringing the dog to any vet appointments or making plans for a Operation Secondhand Paws representative to if I am not able to make that appointment.
blanks* I agree to foster the dog at my own risk, and indemnify and release Operation Secondhand Paws, it’s officers, directors, and volunteers, of any and all liability arising from damages to person(s) or property caused by the dog.
blanks* I understand that when the dog(s) is/are ready for adoption, I will transport it to an adoption site designated by Operation Secondhand Paws. I also understand that all adoptions will be made through Operation Secondhand Paws using the appropriate adoption procedures.
blanks* I understand that Operation Secondhand Paws makes every attempt to accurately represent the dog and that no representations are made by Operation Secondhand Paws as to the temperamental or mental disposition of the dog.
blanks* If Operation Secondhand Paws is forced to undertake any action to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify Operation Secondhand Paws for all court costs and attorneys’ fees connected with such an action.
blanks* I understand and agree to adhere to all relevant zoning and animal control codes and ordinances, whether local, county or state.