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Foster Application

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Thank you for your interest in fostering an animal from Foothills Humane Society. Please fill out the form below and our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you soon. Please don’t forget to take a look at the Foster Home Instruction Guide. 

Foster Application
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What kind of animal(s) would you like to foster?
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If you have dogs and cats at home, where do you keep them?
If you have other pets at home, are they up to date on all vaccinations? *
If applicable, may we contact your veterinarian?
Include name(s), type, breed, age and number of years you have owned the animal(s).

As a volunteer and foster caregiver for Foothills Humane Society (FHS), I agree to the following terms and conditions:

Medical Needs

  • If the foster animal is in need of veterinary attention, shows any signs of illness, or is lost or injured, I agree to immediately contact (828) 863-4444 for general assistance. For after-hour emergencies, call _____________.
  • All medical treatments must be authorized by FHS in advance. I understand that FHS will make decisions about veterinary care to be provided to the animal based on the prognosis. I will be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized veterinary care.
    I agree to properly administer any required medications for each animal.
  • I understand that FHS will inform me of any known medical conditions with the animal(s). However, FHS cannot be responsible or liable for any unforeseen health problems. I understand that I will be responsible for any veterinary treatment for my own pet that may result from exposure to foster animals from FHS.
  • I agree to bring the animals back to the shelter for vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, or other scheduled veterinary appointments.

In-Home Care

  • Everyone in the household knows about and agrees to fostering the animal(s) in the home.
  • I agree to provide daily food and fresh water at all times. For cats, a litter box will also be provided at all times. I also agree to maintain a high level of cleanliness in their living environment.
  • I agree to provide attention and affection to the animal(s). For dogs, I will provide a minimum of four daily walks or yard time.
  • I agree to keep foster animals isolated from my own pets unless specifically agreed to by an FHS Coordinator.
  • I agree to keep the animal(s) indoors. Dogs must be on a leash or at all times when away from the house. Cats must be transported in a secure carrier. In the event that the animal(s) get loose, I will contact FHS at once.
  • I agree to provide updates on how the animal(s) is doing should an FHS representative contact me. I am willing to allow an FHS representative to visit my home at a mutually convenient time.
  • I assume full responsibility for any property damage that foster animal(s) may cause.
  • I understand that if the care of the animal(s) is to be transferred to any other individual, that I must contact FHS in advance for approval.

Returning Animals to FHS

  • If I am unable or no longer want to care for the animal(s), I agree to contact FHS immediately and, if no emergency exists, I will give FHS 72 hours notice prior to returning the animal(s) to the shelter. FHS agrees to accept animal(s) back upon request.
  • I agree that FHS representatives may remove the animal(s) at any time for veterinary care or other purposes.
  • I agree to return the animals to FHS upon completion of designated foster term.

Finding Homes for Animals

  • I understand that I may find suitable permanent adoptive homes for the animals, however:
  • All animal adoptions must be processed through FHS.
  • All animals must be spayed or neutered by FHS and before adoption is finalized.
  • If there is interest in one of the fostered animals, I agree to either bring the animal into the shelter for a meeting with the potential adopting family or arrange for the family to come directly to the foster home.
  • I understand that FHS does not adopt cats to individuals who intend to declaw them.
  • I understand the terms of this agreement and confirm that it is in the best interests of the animal(s). I will abide by all of the conditions stipulated as set forth above.

I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Foothills Humane Society, its employees, and its agents from any and all liability arising out of or in consequence of injury sustained as a result of, any activity connected with, fostering animals for Foothills Humane Society.

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