Foster Parent Application

Once the application is completed and reviewed, an in-home interview will be scheduled. The purpose of this interview is to assure each of our pets is placed in a proper living environment. Please understand we're not looking for your house to be sterile, as we know well ourselves that it's hard to keep a house clean with pets or children. We make sure there is adequate space for larger pets, fenced-in yards are recommended although not required, as well as being aware of potential conflicts with other animals or small children in the home.

Once approved, one person from the household will assume the responsibility and will sign the foster parent contracts to assume responsibility for the pet as a representative of Coastal Pet Rescue. They will also sign a contract for the Georgia Department of Agriculture to adhere to local and state ordinances as well as allow for on-site inspections at any time by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. In compliance with the state ordinances, Coastal Pet Rescue will also make quarterly inspections of the foster home.

Once a pet is placed in a foster home, all that is required of the foster family is to provide food, shelter, and all the love and attention you can give each pet. Training and socialization is strongly encouraged as it improves the pet's chances for adoption.

Coastal Pet Rescue assumes all responsibility for veterinary care, to include immunizations and routine medications, as well as emergency veterinary care. All arrangements for veterinary care must be made with a Coastal Pet Rescue officer before the pet is treated.

About You
First Name:
Last Name:
Street Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
e-Mail:
Date of Birth:
How did you hear about us?
Vet Reference
Full Name:
Street Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone:
How long have you used this vet?
Pet History
Have you had pets in the past?	Yes     No
If you answered yes to the above, complete the remainder of this section. If you answered no, skip to the next section.
What type(s) of pets do you own or have previously owned?
How long have you owned them?
Do you still own them? If no, why not?
Have any of your pets ever been lost, poisoned or hit by a vehicle? Please explain.
Are your current pets spayed or neutered? If no, why not?
About Your Household
Number of people living in the house:
Number and ages of children living in the house:
Do you:	Own     Rent ?
Do you live in a *:	House     Apartment Condo     Trailer ?
* Satisfactory documented approval by leasing entity/condo association regarding permission to house a pet is required for all adoptions by non-homeowners.
Do you have a yard?	Yes     No
Is the yard fenced in?	Yes     No
If yard is fenced, describe fence. If yard is not fenced, describe how you plan to exercise your pet safely:
How long each day will your pet be left alone and where will it be?
Where will your pet be when you are home?
Fostering Information
Why do you want to foster a pet?
Is everyone in your household in agreement on fostering?	Yes     No
Have you ever been a foster parent before?	Yes     No
If yes, please name the group:
Do you understand that the expense for normal care and feeding will be your responsibilty?	Yes     No
Do you understand that although the pet will have seen a Vet, been screened for disease, and received its shots, no guarantee can be made of his/her health and temperament?	Yes     No
If you have pets already in your home, are you willing to spend the necessary time to acquaint and accustom these animals to each other?	Yes     No
Are you willing to read and learn about the proper handling, care and socialization of the breed of pets placed in your foster care?	Yes     No
Rescues often come to us severely malnourished, ill, beaten and/or abused. They are resilient, bouncing back from the atrocities inflicted upon them, but it takes lots of patience and care. Are you willing to devote the time to properly care for this pet?	Yes     No
Which do you prefer to foster?	Dog     Cat     No Preference
What other services can you provide?
Veterinary Transport Interstate Transport Humane Education/School Talks Adoption Days Adoption Publicity Fundraising Event Publicity Event Planning Grooming Obedience Training Microchipping Feral Cat Program Clerical Work/Filing Data Entry Phone Calls
What day(s) are you available?
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Which do you prefer to work with (outside of fostering)?	Dog     Cat     No Preference
Please list any other services you can provide that are not listed above:
Please describe your experience with pets that you think would make you a good volunteer (include any previous volunteer experience):
Any additional comments or questions may go here, or you may use this space to further answer questions:

NOTE

You must be 18 years of age in order to be a foster parent. If you do not own your home, you must provide written proof from the landowner that an animal is allowed. All applications are subject to reference checks and a home visit by a current Coastal Pet Rescue member prior to acceptance.