Foster Application

Foster Application Agreement

As a Temporary Foster Home for SSARF, I agree to comply with the following conditions and requirements:

1. The animal is and shall remain the sole property of the SSARF.
2. I will provide the animal with good care, including but not limited to, proper food (provided for by SSARF), fresh water, shelter, exercise, grooming (paid for by SSARF), training and medication if and when required.
3. I will comply with all instructions received from SSARF and will not deviate from any instructions as to the care and maintenance of the dog/cat without consulting with a representative of SSARF.
4. I agree to maintain the animal(s) as my own household pet(s) and companion(s).
5. I agree to comply with all Florida State laws and local ordinances applicable to the animal(s).
6. I agree to keep the animal(s) under my control and not let dogs roam freely outside of home or fenced yard. Keeping a dog on a chain, rope, dog-run or similar device is not permitted.
7. I will provide a safe and loving home environment and will socialize the animal to humans and other animals. Dogs are not to be excessively crated (not more than a total of 4 hours in a 24 hour period).
8. I will provide basic training or reinforcement of proper house manners and obedience skills. This training will be done only by positive reinforcement. At no time will the foster to adopt home use punishment as a training tool.
9. I agree to properly supervise said dog/cat at all times. I will be physically present when a dog is allowed outside during which time the dog will either be in a fenced area and/or leashed.
10. I agree to the following in regard to veterinary care:
    a. I will be provided with veterinary records that show that the animal has received appropriate veterinary care to date and is in good health or if there are any exceptions that I should be made aware of.
    b. If the dog/cat needs medical attention, a member of SSARF must be contacted immediately and must approve all vet visits.
11. This agreement is not transferable. If I am unable to care for the animal I will return it to SSARF.
12. I understand that other animals in my household could be exposed to medical or behavioral conditions that have not been recognized in the foster animal placed with me by SSARF, and SSARF is not liable for any disease or injury of my own companion animals or other exposed animal.
13. I agree not to attempt to hold SSARF responsible for any damages which the animal may do to any person or property. I specifically release SSARF of any responsibility pertaining to any damage to property or personal injury or any occurrence relating to the dog and shall hold SSARF harmless regarding any damage or injury(ies) of any nature whatsoever, and agree to notify SSARF immediately of any damages and/or injury(ies).

Important DisclaimerTypically kittens and puppies are fostered until they are vetted and ready to go to their forever homes or to a store for adoption. Ideally, adult dogs and cats are foster to long-term until they are adopted. This insures mental health, stability and greater adoptability. We are a volunteer-based rescue and we rely on our fosters to assist us in helping transport our animals to vet appointments, adoption events, etc

Important Notice

Contacts for any questions or problems:

MAIN CONTACT: Savingsagerescue@yahoo.com

DADE: Regina Nicole Vlasek (786) 356-2116 regina@savingsagerescue.org
BROWARD: Kathy Bienek (954) 684-9464 kathyb@savingsagerescue.org