BARRC Foster Carer Application

Your Details
Please note that this is NOT an application to adopt. Although we love that our Foster Carers sometimes fall in love with their foster dog, all carers are required to apply through the standard adoption process should they wish to adopt a dog, so we can ensure the best permanent match for both applicant and animal.
Applicant's First Name *
Applicant's Surname *
Street Address *
Town or City
State *
Post Code *
Mobile Phone *
Home Phone
Email Address *
Date of Birth *
Do you have a Facebook account? *
What is your Facebook User Name?
Occupation *
Do you have any injuries or disability we should be aware of? *
If yes,please provide details
Are there any delays in your availability to foster now? * Please provide information on length and reason for delay if applicable. Otherwise state 'none'
Are you registered as a foster carer with any other animal organisation? *
If yes, please provide name and contact number of the animal organisation.
About Your Family
If the responsibily of caring for animals is shared with another person(s) within the household, please include their
Full Name
Phone Number
Email
Do you care for children in the home? *
If you answered yes, please list their ages
Your Home
Do you own or rent? *
If renting, do you have permission to house an animal on the property?
Is your yard fenced? *
Please describe type/materials and height of your fencing and gates. * eg colourbond 1800; picket fence 1400; rural ringlock 1200 with farm gate
Describe your yard size *
Do you have a swimming pool? *
Please include photographs of your property, boundary fencing, shelter and gates. *
Image *
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Will the animal in your care be indoors or outdoors *
Please describe available shelter for protection from hot/cold/wet weather on your property eg Patio, kennel, purpose built enclosure,dog door *
Your Pets
Will a foster dog be sharing the home with other pets? *
If Yes, please tell us a little about your pets including their name/s, age, breed and sex.
List other animals on the property. eg livestock, chickens, guinea pigs etc
Are your dog/s sterilised? *
Are your dog/s up to date with with vaccination? *
Pet Care
How many hours per day will your foster be home alone without human company? *
What form of exercise will you offer your foster dog and how often? *
How will you socialise your foster with other animals? *
Should you decide to adopt your foster, have you considered the financial costs involved in dog ownership. eg Annual vet checks/vaccinations, grooming, unexpected veterinary costs, dietary requirements, training costs? *
Provide information on your future plans. Please tell us if you have travel plans or other plans that may impact your availability to foster a dog long term.
Please tell us anything else you consider we would like to know
Please select which animals you are interested in fostering. (You must select a minimum of one)
	Large
	Medium
	Small
	Pregnant or mother and puppies
	Dogs recouperating from illness or surgery
	Dogs requiring behavioural care/training
	Seniors
Are there any breeds you prefer not to foster?
While we endeavour to support all volunteer carers to the best of our ability, any assistance carers can provide for foster animals is always greatly appreciated. Please indicate which items you would be willing to provide for your foster dog
	Food
	Feeding Bowls
	Lead
	Dog Walking Harness
	Dog Bed
	Regular Photographs of Foster Dog
	Up to date information to assist in creating accurate profile for advertising your foster dog
Would you be willing to allow potential adopters to visit the animal at your home or on neutral grounds if a prior appointment is made with you? *
Are you able to transport your foster animal to and from the veterinary clinic? *
Do you have any special skills you would be willing to offer BARRC on a volunteer basis? eg photographic; administrative; dog training; public speaking
How did you hear about us? * Select one of the options
Sign Up
I understand that by completing and signing this form, I am registering my interest in volunteering as a Foster Carer with BARRC (Bunbury Animal Rescue and Rehome Care Incorporated). All the information I have provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. If any information changes, I agree to advise BARRC promptly. *
Date *