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Become a foster

Thank you for your interest in fostering with Haven Animal Rescue! We couldn’t help all of the animals that we do without the help of our fosters and volunteers.

We will provide everything you need to care for the animal you are fostering. Food, leash/carrier, toys, bedding, etc. are included. All of our animals receive veterinary care at no cost to you.

Since all animals are individuals, foster experiences can vary from one animal to the next. This questionnaire will help us understand what type of fostering you are interested in doing. Our Foster Agreement is also included so that you know what is expected while the animal is in your care.

Please remember that Haven rescues animals from many different situations. Some are coming from a shelter environment, some have been mistreated and abused, and others may have never lived in a home before. All animals will need some time of adjustment into a new foster home, but your honesty on this form will help us match you up with a pet that will suit your home and preferences.

Foster Application and Agreement

Are you 18 years of age or older?

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Email *

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Do you rent or own your home? *

Rent
Own

Pets currently in your household: *

Name and phone number of your current veterinarian:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? *

If yes, please explain.

New volunteers are required to make a tax-deductible, non-refundable donation of $40 before beginning volunteer activities. Are you willing to make this one-time donation? *

This covers the costs associated with any volunteer training/orientation, animal transportation, and supplies. We ask for this donation to ensure that most of our funding goes directly to the animals.

Are you currently fostering any animals for another rescue or shelter? *

If yes, provide the name of the rescue or shelter.

How many people live in your household? What are their ages? *

Do you have a backyard? Is it fenced and secured? Do you have a balcony? *

What are your strengths that will make you a good foster parent? *

How long are you away from home on average each day? *

Less than 5 hours
5-10 hours
More than 10 hours

Where would the foster animal be kept while you are away from home? *

Does anyone in your household smoke indoors? *

Does anyone in your household have allergies to animals? *

Unless otherwise discussed, Haven asks that our foster parents keep their foster animals until we find them a forever home. Some animals take longer than others to get adopted. For example, a puppy/kitten gets adopted rather quickly compared to a senior dog/cat. Select a preference below. *

I prefer short-term fostering (a few weeks)
I am able to provide long-term fostering

Please list the names and phone numbers of two references. People who can attest to your responsibility, reliability and honesty. *

Foster Agreement - HAVEN ANIMAL RESCUE

As a Haven Foster volunteer, you will be responsible for providing adequate shelter, food and fresh water, socialization, attention, affection, and monitoring of the animal’s health. Food and supplies will be provided for you when needed.

If you wish to foster a dog and have a resident dog, please confirm that your pet is over 16 weeks, up to date on vaccines, and receiving heartworm and flea/tick prevention. Please note: if your resident dog(s) are not up to date on vaccines and not on heartworm and flea/tick preventation, you will not be approved to foster. *

I confirm that my dog(s) are up-to-date on vaccines and are currently receiving heartworm and flea/tick prevention.
I do not have other dogs at home.

If you wish to foster a cat and have a resident cat, please confirm that your pet is over 16 weeks and up to date on vaccines. Please note: if your resident cat(s) are allowed outdoors, your cat(s) must be up to date on vaccines and receiving heartworm and flea/tick prevention or you will not be approved to foster. *

I confirm that my cat(s) are up-to-date on vaccines and, if allowed outdoors, are receiving heartworm and flea/tick prevention.
I do not have other cats at home.

Are the pets in your home spayed/neutered? *

Haven always conducts home visits for their foster parents to ensure it is a safe environment for the animal. This will be done before you get your foster pet, or at the time of receiving your pet. Do you agree to this home visit? *

Yes, I agree.
No, I do not agree.

Haven will be allowed to reasonably inspect the premises in which the animal(s) will be maintained or are maintained, from time to time, for the purpose of determining the suitability of those premises for the care and maintenance of the animal(s). Agree by entering your name below. *

If your foster animal is available for adoption and you decide to adopt your foster animal, you will be required to follow the standard adoption approval process and pay the standard adoption fee. Do you agree? *

Yes, I agree.
No, I do not agree.

You agree to surrender the foster animal(s) to Haven when a permanent adoptive home is found. While foster parents' input is valued and solicited regarding prospective homes, Haven will ultimately approve or disapprove all prospective adopters. If a friend or acquaintance is interested in adopting your foster animal, they are required to follow the standard adoption approval process (application, home visit, etc) and pay the standard adoption fee. *

I understand.

Unless otherwise discussed, Haven asks that our foster parents keep their foster animals until we find them a forever home (except in cases of emergency). Depending on the adaptability of the animal, we expect this to take 2-4 weeks. If the foster does not think the animal is a good match for their home, they agree to keep the animal in their care while Haven finds new placement for the animal. Are you comfortable with these expectations? *

As a Haven Foster volunteer, I agree to provide proper and sufficient food and water, shelter, socialization and kind treatment. I agree to feed proper and sufficient food and water, bathe/groom, exercise, and socialize the foster animal(s) as appropriate. I agree to never hit, kick or abuse the animal in any way. I understand that I shall not leave the animal(s) unsupervised outside, and shall comply with all city, state and federal laws relating to animals. I also understand that I shall provide the above-described services without monetary compensation from Haven Animal Rescue. *

I agree.

As a Haven Animal Foster Volunteer, I agree to administer a monthly heartworm pill (dogs only) and a monthly flea medication provided by the rescue. *

I agree.

Should your foster animal display any signs of injury (regardless of how minor it is perceived to be) or illness (regular coughing or sneezing, diarrhea, vomiting, bleeding, not eating, lethargy), we ask that you notify Haven immediately so we can determine if the animal needs medical care. *

I agree.

Foster agrees and understands that if any animal in their care requires emergency vet visits due to their negligence, the rescue will hold the foster caretaker responsible for all fees incurred if it is determined by the Board that the negligence was caused by the foster caretaker. *

I agree.

You consent to the rescue screening your adoption application, including some or all of the following: checking listed references; HOA/landlord/complex; and any searchable public record. *

I consent.

I agree to contact Haven immediately, and provide transportation, should veterinary medical care be needed for the animal(s). Haven works with veterinarians that are familiar with shelter/rescue medicine. If the foster animal needs medical care of any kind, I have the option to contact Haven immediately and follow their instructions. Foster animals may go to a foster parent’s personal vet at the cost of the foster parent. Haven cannot be responsible for vet costs at unapproved veterinarians. Our rescue veterinarians can be found on the volunteer website which will be provided to you upon approval of your application. We have veterinarians in Miami and surrounding areas. Please initial to indicate that you understand. *

Initial

I agree to hold harmless Haven Animal Rescue, its Board of Directors, their successors, heirs or assigns, any agent carrying out duties on behalf of Haven, and any and all participating persons who might be claimed to be liable, whether or not herein named, from any and all actions, causes of action, lawsuits, claims and demands which I now have or may hereafter have, arising out of, or in any way relating to, any and all injuries and damages, to both person and property, and also any and all injuries and damages that may develop in the future, as a result of or in any way relating to my participation as a Haven volunteer or foster home. *

I agree.

I fully understand that Haven makes no guarantees whatsoever as to the health, temperament, mental disposition and training of the animal(s) and understand that Haven makes no representations or guarantees about any animal’s temperament and that any comment that an animal may be good with children or other animals or is housebroken is based upon information provided by previous owners or shelter notes and not a guarantee. I am aware that animals may cause property damage or personal injury to myself, my family or others. *

I understand.

I have carefully read this Agreement/Release and fully understand its contents, and sign it of my own free will. By entering my name below, I am signing this application and agreement. *

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Date *

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Become a foster

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Foster Agreement - HAVEN ANIMAL RESCUE

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