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Foster Application

 

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Thank you for wanting to save a life by becoming a foster parent for RUFF Rescue of Central Florida, Inc.

 

The information you provide is confidential, and will only be used in determining your acceptance into our foster program. All questions must be answered. Incomplete applications will not be considered.


To be considered as a RUFF Rescue foster parent you must meet the following criteria:


Be at least 21 years of age
Have identification showing your present address
Have the consent of all adults living in the household
Own your own home, or have the landlord's consent to foster a dog


Completion of this application does not guarantee acceptance into our foster program.
 

FOSTER INFORMATION

Full Name
Street Address
Address (cont.)
City
State
Zip Code
Work Phone (xxx-xxx-xxxx)
Home Phone (xxx-xxx-xxxx)
Cell Phone (xxx-xxx-xxxx)
E-mail

Birth Date: (mm/dd/yy)

Employer:

Employer's Telephone: (xxx-xxx-xxxx)

Driver's License #: (you may provide at time of meeting) State
   
        

Have you ever been charged with or convicted of animal abuse, neglect, or cruelty?

Yes No

If yes, explain:

Please tell us why you wish to foster:

TYPE OF FOSTER

Type of animal interested in fostering: (check all that apply)

Puppies
 Pregnant Dog
 Nursing Dog w/puppies
 Adult Dog
 Senior Dog
 Dog w/Special Needs

How many animals can you foster at a time?

Are you willing to foster puppies that need to be bottle-fed every two to four hours?

Yes No

Is there a size/weight limit you would be willing to foster?

Yes No

If yes, what is the maximum weight of a dog you would accept?

Is there any breed you would not be willing to foster?

Yes No

If yes, who?

Please explain any experience you have in handling dogs

(training, discipline, socializing, etc.)

Have you ever volunteered/worked for an animal rescue organization?

Yes No

If yes, who and when:

 

CURRENT LIVING ARRANGEMENTS

Single-Family Home
Condo
Apartment
Mobile Home
Other

Do you...

Own
Rent

Landlord's Name (if applicable)

Landlord's Telephone Number

How many adults are there living in the home where foster dog(s) will be?

How many children?

Children's Ages

Is anyone in the household allergic to animals?

Yes No

If yes, who:

Do you have a backyard?

Yes No

If yes, is it fenced on all sides?

Yes No

Type of fence:

Chain link
 PVC
 Wood
 Invisible
 Electric
 Other   

Height of fence (in feet):

           

Approximate size of fenced portion of backyard (i.e., 30 feet x 30 feet):

           

Do you have a pool?

Yes No

If yes, is there a safety fence around the pool?

Yes No

 

CARE OF YOUR FOSTER(S)

Will someone be home during the day with your foster dog(s)?

Yes No

If yes, who?

Who will be the primary caregiver and have responsibility for your foster dog(s)?

How many hours each day will your foster dog(s) be without human companionship?

What sort of training are you willing to provide for your foster dog(s)?

(crate training, housebreaking, basic commands, obedience, etc.)

How do you plan to exercise your foster dog(s)?

Where will your foster dog(s) be kept during the day? (check all that apply)

Inside
 Outside in kennel/dog run
 Secured on chain/leash/rope
 Garage
 Patio
 Crate in home
 Other   

Where will your foster dog(s) sleep? (check all that apply)

Inside
 Outside in kennel/dog run
 Secured on chain/leash/rope
 Garage
 Patio
 Crate in home
 Other   

Do you travel?

Yes No

If yes, how do you intend to provide for your foster dog(s) while you're away?

If you drive a pickup truck, do you understand that foster dog(s) are NOT allowed to ride in the back unless secured in a crate or carrier which is anchored to the truck bed?

Yes No

Are you able to take your foster dog(s) to veterinarian appointments in either Leesburg or Eustis?

Yes No

Are you willing to give your foster dog(s) medications, baths, etc. if needed?

Yes No

Are you willing to have potential adopters come to your home at a mutually convenient, scheduled appointment time to meet your foster dog(s)?

Yes No

Are you willing to keep your foster dog(s) until a permanent home is found (which could be weeks to months), or until a suitable space is available at another foster home?

Yes No

Are you willing to have a representative of RUFF Rescue of Central Florida, Inc. visit your home periodically to check on your foster dog(s)? (at a mutually convenient time)

Yes No

Some dogs may come from abusive situations. Do you agree to handle any behavior problems without the use of physical discipline?

Yes No

If you answered no to any of the above questions please explain:


 PERSONAL PETS

Do you currently have pets living in the home?

Yes No

Sex/Type/Breed

(i.e., F/Dog/Lab Mix)

Age of Pet

  

Spayed/Neutered?

  

Current on vaccinations/

heartworm prevention?

  Yes No  

Yes No

  Yes No  

Yes No

  Yes No  

Yes No

  Yes No  

Yes No

Do you currently have more than four pets?

Yes No (If yes, please list them below)

Have you had pets in the past?

Yes No

If yes, what happened to them?

Have you ever turned a pet into a shelter?

Yes No

If yes, please explain

Have you ever had a pet euthanized?

Yes No

If yes, please explain

 

REFERENCES

Give three references (two non-family members), and veterinarian.

Name Telephone   
   
        
       
 
           
 

   
 Veterinarian's Name
 		 Veterinarian's Telephone

Comments

RUFF Rescue of Central Florida, Inc. reserves the right to reject any applicant for our Foster Care Program.

 

Applicant, by typing name below, gives permission for a representative of RUFF Rescue of Central Florida, Inc. to contact references and landlord (if applicable) provided on this form, and make a home visit prior to acceptance into the Foster Care Program.

 

Applicant, by typing name below, authorizes those individuals contacted to release the requested information, and releases them from all liabilities for supplying such information.

 

Applicant, by typing name below, further acknowledges that all information contained in this application is true and correct, and that any misrepresentation will result in the immediate removal of any fostered dogs and equipment, supplies, medications, etc. loaned if acceptance into the Foster Care Program is approved.

 

Please type your full name


Date (mm/dd/yy)

Double-check to make sure application is completed in full, and no questions were skipped.

We will not email you back to gather information you left off.

 

Incomplete applications will not be acknowledged or considered

 


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