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Foster To Adopt Application & Agreement

Foster Person's Name *

I am age 18 or older *

Yes
No

Must be 18+ to foster.

HAWS takes the comfort and safety of volunteers seriously and performs a background check on all applicants. Have you ever been convicted of a crime? If yes, please provide the date and explain nature of conviction. (A criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants.) *

Please enter your date of birth *

MM/DD/YYYY

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Primary Phone *

Secondary Phone

Email *

Please list all pets currently in your household

Pets Name 1

Pet Name 2

Pet Name 3

Pet Name 4

Pet Name 5

Pet Name 6

Pet Name 7

Pet Name 8

Pet Name 9

Pet Name 10

Species

Gender

Age

If pet(s) are not spayed/neutered, do you plan to do so in the future?

Yes
No

Name of your veterinary clinic: *

Are pet(s) vaccines current (as applicable)?

Yes
No

What is your current living situation?

Own single family
Own duplex
Own condo/town home
Own mobile home
Rent apartment
Rent town home
Rent single home

If renting, living in a condo or mobile home please include management's name and phone:

If applicable, what is the pet policy where you live?

Please list all children currently in your household:

Child Name 1

Child Name 2

Child Name 3

Child Name 4

Child Name 5

Child Name 6

Child Name 7

Child Name 8

Child Name 9

Child Name 10

Child Age 1

Child Age 2

Child Age 3

Child Age 4

Child Age 5

Child Age 6

Child Age 7

Child Age 8

Child Age 9

Child Age 10

Please describe any previous experience you may have raising/caring for animals: *

On average, how many hours per day will your foster pet(s) be alone? *

Where will foster pet(s) be kept when alone? *

Do you have a space/room to confine a foster pet(s) as needed? *

Yes
No

If no, are you willing to find a way to keep foster pet(s) separate from owned pet(s) as needed? *

Yes
No

Please watch the video on Dog Body Language

Watch this video

What poses are NOT covered in the video? (1 correct answer) *

Neutral and Relaxed
Fight or Flight
Fret or Fidget
Defensive Aggression
Excited

What are the four F's? (Please choose 4 boxes) *

Fear
Fractious
Fight
Frightened
Flight
Fret or Fidget
Famished
Freeze

What are some signs a dog is uncomfortable? (one correct answer) *

Lip Licking
Backing Away
Ears Back/To the side
Tail Tucked
"Freezing"
Whale Eyes- where you can see the whites
All of the Above

Redirection & Positive Reinforcement- Please watch the video

Watch this video

What is NOT an example of a positive redirection solution? (one correct answer) *

Your foster dog looks like he's going to jump on your counter, so you find a squeaky toy to get his attention, then give him a bone in another room.
Your foster dog is scratching at the door, so you pull him away by his leash and put him in his crate.
Your foster dog is trying to "play" with your cat, who is so NOT having it! You call her name, give her lots of praise for coming your way, and then tether her leash to you so she can no longer chase.
Your foster dog is chewing on your couch! You use a kissy noise to interrupt and attract her to you, then practice a few "sits" and "downs" with treats of course!

It's 12am and your foster dog is barking in her crate! What should you do? (one correct answer) *

Yell and bang on the crate until she's quiet
Assume she has to go outside! Take her out on leash, praise her for going potty, then return to her crate for bed. If she doesn't go potty, return to the crate anyways without any scolding
Ignore her- she'll quiet down eventually.

What do you NOT do if your dog has an accident in the house? (Please choose 3 boxes) *

Yell at the dog and make them pick it up!
Scold the dog and force him into his crate.
Return him to HAWS
If I catch him in the act, redirect by calling his name and take him outside right away; reward with a treat if he finishes his business outside.
Clean up the mess and move on; take him outside more frequently, and reward when he goes!

What do you do in case of an emergency? (One correct answer) *

Take the dog to the ER and bill HAWS later
Call HAWS Foster Hotline 262-993-9195
Panic and try to figure it out on your own

What options below are emergencies where you should call the foster hotline? (3 correct answers) *

Your foster peed on your brand new rug
Your foster got loose on a walk
Your foster is vommitting excessively
Your foster caught its nail on something and is bleeding excessively
Your parents are coming over and don't like dogs

Foster Caregiver Agreement

Please read and agree to the terms below. By selecting "I agree" you are agreeing to the terms as they are written.

I understand that HAWS likely has minimal information on how a foster animal may act in my home, but representatives will do their best to place foster animals with homes that are a good fit. I agree that if I have any concerns about my foster’s general wellbeing, medical care, or training, I will work with the appropriate HAWS department to provide the best care for my foster animals. *

I agree

I have reviewed the HAWS foster caregiver reference manual on the website. I have made other members of my household aware of the HAWS foster care procedures outlined in the HAWS foster caregiver reference manual. I understand how to get in contact with shelter staff in event of an emergency, including after hours. *

I agree

I understand the risk of animal-to-animal disease transmission and that I am to keep foster animals separate from my own pets at all times (canine foster procedures may differ from those of feline or small animal). Furthermore, I understand that HAWS does not provide veterinary care for my own pets that become ill as a result of my participation in the foster program and/or inappropriate isolation procedures. I understand the risk of zoonosis (a disease communicable from animals to people) and the proper hygiene procedures that should be practiced in my home to protect me and others who will be handling foster animals in my care. I understand there are certain risks inherent in handling animals (may bite, scratch or injure), and I further release HAWS from any liability from future injuries. *

I agree

I understand that while I foster a HAWS animal, I will not foster for any other organization. Once the HAWS foster animal is returned to HAWS, I am free to foster for other organizations. *

I agree

I agree to release and hold harmless HAWS from and against any and all loss, damage, claims, liability, costs and expenses, of any nature whatsoever, including without limitation, attorney’s fees and disbursements, and do further agree to indemnify HAWS for any of the foregoing asserted by any third party, including, but not limited to, other individuals residing at my home, to the extent that any of the foregoing arise from or are occasioned by my participation in the Foster Caregiver Program or by any member of any Foster Caregiver family at any time in my care. *

I agree

I understand that HAWS cannot guarantee the health of an animal that comes into my care and HAWS shall maintain the option to treat or euthanize an animal based on the circumstances. I must contact HAWS if there is an indication of illness or the need for medical care. The animal in question must be returned to the shelter where treatment or euthanasia will be determined. If treatment is sought elsewhere, HAWS will not pay for the medical expenses incurred by the Foster Caregiver. *

I agree

I agree to allow HAWS to photograph or use for publicity, publications, and programs information regarding volunteer’s participation in this program. *

I agree

By writing my name below, I agree to the above terms in the agreement.

Total

$0.00

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