Foster Application

Do you have any experience with rescue dogs? (foster, volunteering, etc.) *
Are you currently an active Dog Star Rescue Volunteer? *
Applicant's First Name *
Applicant's Last Name *
Email Address * Please enter correctly as this is the main way we will contact you
Phone Number *
Street Address *
Apartment Number (if applicable)
City *
State *
Zip Code *
Is your home in an urban, suburban, or rural setting? *
What type of home do you live in? *
How long have you lived at this address? *
Do you own or rent your home? *
If own, is your home a part of a Condo Association or HOA? *
If renting, please provide landlord's name
If renting, please provide landlord's telephone
Have you owned any companion animals (dogs or cats) in the past 5 years? This includes pets owned by you as well as other members of the household. *
If renting, do you have permission from your Landlord? (documentation of permission required) *
Are there any companion animals (dogs or cats) currently in the home? This includes pets owned by you as well as other members of the household. *
If yes, please list the names, breeds, ages of your pets, and dates owned.
Veterinarian's Name If you have never owned a pet please tell us where you would go.
Veterinarian's Phone Number
Veterinarian's Address, City, State, and Zip Code Again if you have never owned a pet please list where you would go
Why are you interested in fostering rescue dogs? *
What size of dog are you looking for?
What age are you looking for?
What energy level?
What sex dog are you looking for?
Do you have any breed restrictions? (Please explain).
When would you want to start fostering? *
Including yourself, how many people live in your household? *
Please list the ages & relationship of those who live in your home. *
Please describe your lifestyle and the the activity level of your home. *
How often will the dog be in contact with children? (Include family members, visitors, neighbors - provide details) *
Is everyone in your household on board with fostering a rescue dog? *
Does anyone in your household have allergies to dogs/cats?
Where will the dog be kept when household members are home? (be specific) *
Where will the dog be kept when household members are not home? (be specific) *
On average, how many hours per day will your pet be left alone? *
Are you required to travel for work?
Is your yard completely fenced on all sides? *
If yes, what type of fence and how high is it at it's lowest point?
Describe type and frequency of how you plan to exercise your dog *
Describe your experience with basic obedience training, including house, leash, crate training? *
Do you anticipate using a crate with your dog? *
Do you anticipate having to house train your dog? *
How long do you feel it will take for the foster dog to adapt to your home? *
Have you ever sold, given up, or rehomed a dog? *
If yes, please provide more detail.
How long do you intend to foster? *
What circumstances would be cause for you to return a foster dog? *
How did you hear about Dog Star Rescue?
Last chance - tell us anything! Is there anything we forgot to ask? Is there something else you want to mention? Let us know!
General Disclosures: 1. We will email you within 2 days of your application. If you do not receive this email, please check your spam, promotions or junk folder. 2. After filling out the Application, please call your veterinarian to give Dog Star permission to contact your vet. 3. This Application shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Connecticut, irrespective of the laws that might otherwise govern under applicable principles of conflicts of law.
Applicant's Signature (Submission by email will serve as signature agreement)