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? *

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. *

Describe your yard size *

Do you have a swimming pool? *

Please include photographs of your property, boundary fencing, shelter and gates. *

Image *

Image

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 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?

How did you hear about us? *

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 *