Foster Application

In order to be considered for Fostering a Humane Society of Marion County animal you must:

1) Be at least 21 years of age and or have the consent of parent or guardian (they must attend orientation & sign).

2) Meet foster expectations and be approved.

3) Consent to home visits.

4) Provide all required documentation as needed.

Please understand that the Humane Society of Marion County reserves to right to reject any applicant for any reason.

First Name *

Last Name *

Address *

City *

State *

ZIP *

Phone *

Cell Phone *

Date of Birth *

Email *

Emergency contact name *

Emergency contact number *

Please list all members of the household and include their Name, Birthday, Age, and their Relationship to you. *

Is anyone in your home allergic to animals? *

Why do you wish to foster animals for the Humane Society of Marion County? *

Do you live in a: house, condo, apartment, or other? *

If you rent, do you have your landlord's written permission to foster an animal? *

Do you have a yard? *

Do you have an outside Dog Run or Kennel? *

If you have a fence, what type is it, what is the height, and is it fully enclosed? *

Do you have a pool? *

What types of animal are you interested in fostering: *

Are you comfortable administering medication if necessary? *

How will the HSMC animal(s) be isolated from other pets (7 days minimum?) *

Where will the HSMC animal(s) be kept during the day and night? *

How many hours of the day are you usually away from home? *

If you have cats, are they current on their vaccines (Rabies, FVRCP)? *

Yes
No
N/A

If you have dogs, are they current on their vaccines (Rabies, DA2PPV, Bordetella)? *

Yes
No
N/A

Are your dogs on heartworm preventative? *

Yes
No
N/A

Current Pets: Please include all pets, including small caged and barnyard animals.

How many Pets do you currently have? *

First Pet

Type of Pet

Age of Pet

Sex

Spay/Neutered

Kept Inside or Outside

Dog or Cat Friendly

Second Pet

Type of Pet

Age of Pet

Sex

Spay/Neutered

Kept Inside or Outside

Dog or Cat Friendly

If you have more pets we will need to verify their information and Vet Records

Please note any additional information that will assist us in finding the proper foster animal(s) for you: *

Foster Care Provider Expectations

Please Read Carefully, Digitally Agree Each Spot and Sign Agreement

Only designated HSMC staff shall approve and place rescued animals into foster homes. The Foster Coordinator must be notified as soon as possible of any changes in the status of either the animal in your care or the foster home environment indicated on your application. *

All animals placed on foster care will be examined, will have be given/will be given all necessary immunizations and will be scheduled to be spayed or neutered when appropriate age & weight. *

All basic supplies are included in the foster program. Basic supplies include: Dogcrate, collar, leash, food and toys. Catcrate, food, litter, litter box and toys. Since each home is set up differently, exercise pens, confinement systems, and scratching posts are available to fosters if supplies are available. All supplies must be returned when the foster animal is returned to the shelter. *

Foster animals are to be kept clean and sanitary for their health and wellbeing. Supplies with which they are housed and/or contained in, such as x-pens, crates, blankets and beds, should also be kept clean and sanitary for the same reason. *

Foster care providers are expected to give the HSMC animal safe and adequate housing and care. A HSMC foster dog must be on a leash, in a secure carrier or in an enclosed yard while in foster care. Dogs must not be left outside unsupervised. During transport, a HSMC dog must ride inside the vehicle. All HSMC foster cats must live indoors only. The foster coordinator must be notified immediately if the animal(s) in your care is injured or missing. *

Foster care providers are expected to follow medical or behavioral plans set forth by the HSMC staff. Foster care providers are expected to report any medical or behavioral concerns within 24 hours by following appropriate channels. Please feel free to ask for help if you encounter challenges. *

Foster care providers are expected to exhibit professional conduct and timeliness. Foster care providers are expected to arrive on time, as scheduled. *

Foster care providers must be sure that under no circumstance will the HSMC foster animal to be left alone with a child or children without adult supervision. *

Foster care providers are expected to care for the foster animal for the agreed upon time set up by the Foster Coordinator. If an emergency arises, please contact the Foster Coordinator to schedule a return to HSMC. *

Legal ownership of all HSMC animals remains with HSMC until such time as proper adoption is completed. Only authorized representatives will conduct adoption interviews and process adoptions, transfers or relinquishments. Foster care providers are expected to comply with the adoption process. If a foster care provider finds a suitable adoptive home, they will contact to Foster Coordinator before the animal returns to HSMC and the potential adopter will go through the normal adoption process. *

I have read and fully understand the Humane Society of Marion County Expectations. *

I have disclosed all people living in the household (including children). *

There have been no other representations or promises other than those included in this Foster Application. *

I understand that all rescue volunteer work done with Humane Society of Marion County is at my/our own risk. *

I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the conditions of the Humane Society of Marion County Foster Home Agreement & Guidelines. I/we understand that all work done with Humane Society of Marion County pursuant to this Foster Agreement is at my/our own risk, and that I/we assume such risk freely and voluntarily. I/we hereby release Humane Society of Marion County and its agents and employees of any and all liability, property damage, and medical costs while I/we am/are providing volunteer foster care for Humane Society of Marion County. I/We, hereby for myself (ourselves), heirs, administrators and assigns, fully, irrevocably and unconditionally release and agree to hold harmless Humane Society of Marion County and its individual members from any and all known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, suspected or unsuspected causes of action, charges, suits, debts, demands, claims, liabilities *