FOSTER APPLICATION

Name *

First Name

Last Name

When are you ready to start fostering? *

Right away, let's save lives!

I need a few weeks to get ready

Other:

Are you looking to foster a specific dog that was noted as needing a foster on our social media? *

Yes

No

Are you willing to foster another dog, if the dog you are interested in fostering is already accounted for? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Home Address *

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Cell phone number *

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Work phone number

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How old are you? *

24-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident? *

Yes

No

Work life *

I'm a full-time student

I work 9-5

My hours vary daily

I make my own schedule

I work from home

I'm retired

I'm a full time stay at home mom/dad

Other:

Do you travel often? *

Yes

No

Have you or anyone in your household ever been convicted of a felony or animal cruelty? *

Yes

No

I acknowledge if I am chosen to be a RAD foster a background check will be requested of me *

I understand and agree

I do not agree

Have you ever fostered a pet from a shelter or rescue? *

Yes

No

Please check all boxes of type of dogs you would be open to fostering? *

Small size dog

Medium size dog

Large size dog

Senior dogs

Blind dogs

Deaf dogs

Three legged dogs

Special medical needs dog

Litter of puppies with mama 0 - 8 weeks of age

Puppy 9+ weeks

Bonded pair of dogs

Pregnant dog

Dogs that need rehabilitating

Have you ever bottle fed puppies before? *

Yes

No

If required, do you have access to a car to bring the dog to appointments like the vet or transport the dog locally? *

Yes

No but I have friends / family that can help me

No I would require help from a transport volunteer

Would you be willing to foster more than one dog at a time? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Is there a maximum duration of time you would be able to foster? *

Yes

No

Are you willing to foster until the dog gets adopted? Please note: It takes an average of 1-2 months to get a dog adopted but it can always take longer *

Yes

No

Do all members of your household agree to fostering? *

Yes

No

Not sure, I haven't asked

Do you or anyone in your household have animal allergies or asthma? *

Yes

No

Describe your home atmosphere *

Always busy

Some activity

Very quiet and chill

Always outside

Other:

How long would your foster be alone daily? *

A few hours or less

3 - 5 hours

5 - 8 hours

8+ hours

Other:

If you smoke, do you do so in your home or vehicle? *

Yes

No

Would you be willing to hire a dog walker if you required one? Please understand you would not be reimbursed for this *

Yes

No

Maybe

We provide the essentials for the dog (food, crate, bed, etc, vet bills and extra if we have but if you wish to buy anything new for your foster dog, do you understand you will not be reimbursed? *

Yes

No

Who will be responsible for feeding/training and staying in contact with the RAD team in regards to the foster dog? *

Me

My partner

My roommate

My kids

Share responsibility

Not sure yet

Are you willing to supervise the dog at all times with children under 12? *

Yes

No

Do you or anyone in your household suffer from any physical or mental illnesses? *

Yes

No

Are you prepared for an adjustment period while the dog gets comfortable around you and your home? (Note: adjustment meaning: barking, accidents, pulling on leash, chewing, potential conflicts with other animals, anxiety/stressed etc) *

Yes

No

Have you ever owned a dog(s) in the past that are no longer with you? *

Yes

No

What is your living arrangement? *

If Apartment/condo living please specify square footage

A house with no backyard

A house with a backyard

Apartment/condo living

Duplex / Townhouse

I share a space with roommates/family

Other (please explain in box below)

If you have a backyard is it fenced? *

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Do you rent or own? *

Rent but my landlord is cool with a dog

Own

Live with family

What kind of community? *

City

Suburb

Small town

Rural and/or farm community

Would you be willing for us to do a walk through of your home? *

Yes

No

Where will the dog live when you foster? *

Inside my home

Outside on the patio or yard

Both

Where will the dog sleep during the night? *

In his/her crate inside my home

In the garage

Outside

Curled up in bed with me

On its bed

On average, how much exercise are you planning on giving the dog outside of your home daily? *

Less than 20 mins

30 mins - 1 hr

1 - 2 hrs

2+ hrs

I don't plan to exercise the dog daily

The dog will mostly exercise in the backyard whenever he/she wants to

Unlimited/However much is required

Please indicate your level of dog experience *

This will be my first dog

I've grown up having dogs

I own a dog of my own now

I consider myself a dog trainer

Do you have experience with bully breeds? *

pitbull type dogs

Yes

No

Do you have experience with the following or willing to work through the following with your foster to set him/her up for success? *

Check all that apply

Seperation anxiety

Leash reactivity

Territorial concerns (food, toys, humans)

Excessive barking

Reactivity towards other dogs / ppl

Potty training

Other:

Would you be interested in adopting the dog you are fostering? *

Yes

No

Maybe

Can we keep your application on file for future dogs? *

Yes

No