GCAS Foster Application

We are glad you have decided to become a foster home for our organization. Please complete the application below. The information is requested so that our Foster Care Coordinator can assist you in providing a safe and comfortable foster home for our animals. In order to be considered as a foster home provider, you must: 1) Be at least 21 years of age; 2) Complete the Foster Care Application (below); 3) Sign the Foster Care Contract (below); and 4) Complete an interview with the Foster Care Coordinator [1] This form must be maintained at the animal shelter’s licensed address. [2] All animals will remain the property of the above licensed animal shelter until an outgoing animal transaction is completed. [3] If the licensed animal shelter or the Foster Home/Animal Shelter Agent terminates this agreement the licensed animal shelter must remove the animal(s) from the Foster Home/Animal Shelter Agent’s possession as soon as possible. [4] Upon request from the licensed animal shelter the Foster Home/Animal Shelter Agent must release possession of the animal(s) to the licensed animal shelter that is the owner of the animal(s). [5] The Foster Home/Animal Shelter Agent must have license holder approval prior to rescuing any animal. [6] The Foster Home/Animal Shelter Agent agrees to authorized animal shelter personnel performing the recommended pre-approval inspection done prior to becoming a foster home and the required periodic inspections twice yearly (one during the summer and one during the winter is recommended). The Foster Home/Animal Shelter Agent agrees to inspections by GDA personnel when necessary. [7] The Foster Home/Animal Shelter Agent agrees to comply with all applicable laws and rules, including the Bird Dealers Licensing Act, O.C.G.A. § 4-10-1, et seq., the Georgia Animal Protection Act, O.C.G.A. § 4-11-1, et seq., the Bird Dealers Licensing Rules, 40-13-12, et seq., and the Animal Protection Rules, 40-13-13, et seq.	NoYes
Is there a weight limit to the animal you are willing to foster?
Do you have any breed you don't want to foster?
Applicant's First Name *
Applicant's Last Name *
Street Address *
City *
State *
Apartment Number (if applicable)
Zip Code *
Phone Number Please use the following format 248-555-1212
Email Address * Please enter correctly as this is the main way we will contact you
Alternate Phone Number
Date of Birth
How did you find out about us?	Petfinder Internet Search Family/Friend Staff/Volunteer Facebook/Twitter Other
Have you fostered for any other organization? *	NoYes
If yes, who else have you fostered for?
Do you own other pets at the current time?	NoYes
If yes, please list their names, breeds, and ages.
Are all of your pets spayed/neutered/fixed?	Yes No N/A
Are your pets current on their vaccinations?	Yes no n/a
Are you familiar with heartworm and heartworm prevention?	NoYes
If you have pets, will they adjust to a new pet in the house?	Yes No Unsure N/A
Do you own or rent your home?	Own Rent Someone else owns the Home Someone else rents the Home
Please select your current residence type.	House Apartment Condo Townhouse Mobile Home Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain here:
How long have you lived at this address?	Less than one month 1-2 months 3-6 months 6-9 months 9-12 months 1-2 years 3-5 years 6-10 years 10 + years
If you rent, does your landlord and lease allow pets?	Yes No Unsure N/A
Including yourself, how many people live in your household?
Please list the ages & relationship of those who live in your home.
Is everyone in your household aware that you are planning to foster a pet?	Yes No N/A
Does anyone in your household have allergies to dogs/cats?	Yes No Possibly N/A
Employment Status	Full-Time Part-Time Retired Work from Home Stay at Home Parent Student Unemployed Other
If you chose "other" above, please explain:
If you are employed, what is your current occupation?
On average, how many hours per day will your pet be left alone?
Will this pet be predominantly living inside, outside, or both?	Inside Outside Both
Please provide a description of this pet's living conditions.
Do you have a completely fenced-in yard? If so, what kind of fence?	Wood Chain Link Electric Plastic Iron Other Other (I do not have a fenced yard)
If you answered "other" above, please explain:
If you do not have a fenced yard, how will you let the animal out?
Are there times when the animal will be tied/chained up?	Yes No N/A
If yes, when will they be tied/chained up?
Where will the animal sleep?	In bed with me In bed with my child In a dog / cat bed In a kennel / crate Wherever he or she likes Outside Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain:
Will the animal spend any time in the garage?	Yes No N/A
If the animal will spend time in the garage, please explain when/why:
Do you have a pool?	NoYes
Is there a fence around the pool?	N/A Yes No
What kind of fence do you have around your pool?	N/A Wood Chain Link Plastic Iron Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain:
How will you handle housebreaking?
How will you handle destructive behavior?
Are you willing and able to exercise the dog on a regular basis?	Yes No N/A
If yes, what is the method of exercise?	Walking Running Dog Park / Dog Run Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain:
Have you ever been convicted of abuse or neglect of a child or animal?	NoYes
If yes, please explain:
If you drive a pick up truck, would you allow the animal to ride in the back/bed?	Yes No N/A
What arrangements will you make for the care of your pets in case of an emergency?	Leave with family/friend Boarding Pet Sitter Take with me/us Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain:
What will you do with the animal when you go on vacation?	Leave with family/friend Boarding Pet sitter Take with me/us Other
If you answered "other" above, please explain:
Will you allow us to perform home checks?	NoYes
Do you agree to provide Gilmer County Animal Shelter/Ellijay Paws in Need with regular updates on your foster pet, including reports, stories, pictures, videos, etc., (which reports, stories, pictures, videos, etc., will become the property of Gilmer County Animal Shelter/Ellijay Paws in Need) that can be used in marketing and social media posts with the ultimate goal of reaching the widest audience and getting the pet adopted?	NoYes
I accept the responsibility of fostering animal(s) for Gilmer County Animal Shelter/Ellijay Paws In Need. I agree to the following: 1) I agree to follow all guidelines provided to me by Gilmer County Animal Shelter/Ellijay Paws In Need; 2) I understand that the foster animal(s) shall remain the sole property of Gilmer County Animal Shelter while in foster care; 3) I agree to return the animal(s) at the request of a Gilmer County Animal Shelter/Ellijay Paws In Need representative or if I am no longer able to adequately care for the pet; and 4) I agree to provide the foster animal(s) with loving care, including, but not limited to, food, water, shelter, exercise, enrichment, companionship, and medication. I have read the foregoing and certify that the answers I have given are complete, true and not misleading in any way. I am authorizing you to contact landlords, associations and veterinarians. You are also aware that we cannot guarantee the health and temperament of the animal.	Yes No