Become a foster

Become a Foster

Welcome foster animals into your home.

What does fostering involve?

Fostering an animal in need is a vital part of animal rescue. By fostering, you are providing a loving home for a pet that is waiting to find their forever home. During this process you are fulfilling the pets basic needs by providing a home, food, water, and most importantly, love.
Are there any foster requirements?

We will cover all vetting and supplies for the foster animal! The length of time you have a foster will depend on the dog or cat, and we will work with you for any vacation plans, or if you simply need a break. Any out of pocket expenses for food or treats are tax deductible.
How hard is fostering?

Every dog and cat comes with their own story, and sometimes those are hard stories – however, seeing the transformation and being part of their journey is incredibly rewarding.
How do I become a foster?

Please fill out the below form, and our foster co-coordinator will be in touch to go over any questions you have and schedule a home visit.

Foster dogs with us
Foster cats with us

1Foster Application Form - dogs

2Fostering

3References

4Authorization

Primary Applicant information

Contact information for the primary applicant

Applicant Name *

First

Last

Email *

Phone *

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Co-applicant?

Yes, I have a co-applicant

Co-applicant information

Contact information for the co-application

Co-Applicant Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Address

Same as primary applicant

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Primary applicant information

Back to the primary applicant

Home type

Single family
Duplex
Apartment/Condo
Mobile Home

Do you:

Own
Rent
Live with a Parent or Guardian

Landlords Name *

First

Last

Landlords Phone *

Are dogs allowed in your lease agreement? *

Is there a breed or size restriction? *

Describe the breed or size restrictions *

Do you have children in the home?

What ages are the children?

I agree to always monitor interactions between the foster dog and any children *

I agree

Does anyone in the house have allergies to animals?

List the allergies

Do you have a yard?

How will you exercise and allow the foster relief?

Is the yard fenced?

Fully
Partially
No

List current pets in your home. (If no pets in home, respond N/A) *

Name, animal type, age, gender, spayed/neutered, health issues etc

Why would you like to foster with Safe With Us Animal Rescue?

Have you fostered before?

What is your past fostering experience?

Are there any behavioral or medical issues you are unwilling or unable to work with?

Please detail

How many hours a day will your foster be without human company?

How will they be kept during this time?

Free roam indoors
Indoor crate
Outdoor kennel
Other

Finding the perfect home for you foster can take time. Are you willing and able to provide a foster home until the dog is placed in their home?

How long are you prepared to foster for?

Are you planning a vacation during your time fostering?

Yes
No
Possibly

Dates?

This allows us to plan for coverage for your foster while you are away

Do you agree to follow Safe With Us Decompression Guidelines to give your foster time to decompress and get acclimated to their new surroundings? *

If your foster dog is not a good fit in your home, or you are no longer able to foster, do you commit to allowing Safe With Us acceptable time to find another placement? *

Most foster dogs will need training with basic commands and basic training (which may include house and crate training). Are you able and willing to work with your foster to learn these behaviors? *

Do you agree to allow home visits before and during your foster experience? *

What age dog are you willing to foster?

Puppy (a year or younger)
Adult dog
Senior (over 8)

Are you willing to foster:

A pregnant or nursing dog
A sick dog
A special needs dog

Do you currently foster for another rescue or shelter?

Please note, this is only for planning purposes

Which rescue/shelter?

Veterinarian contact information

Current, or prior veterinarian contact details. Please contact them and let them know to expect our call, and authorize them to speak with us.

Name *

First

Last

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Phone *

Is there an Emergency vet or clinic in your area?

Yes, my vet
Yes, another vet
Not sure
No

Emergency Vet name *

First

Last

Emergency Vet address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Emergency Vet phone *

Personal reference #1

At least one reference must be a non family member

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Relationship length and type

How long have they known you, and in what capacity?

Personal reference #2

At least one reference must be a non family member

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Relationship length and type

How long have they known you, and in what capacity?

Personal reference #3

At least one reference must be a non family member

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Relationship length and type

How long have they known you, and in what capacity?

Is there anything else you would like to let us know?

How did you hear about Safe With Us Animal Rescue?

Petfinder
Adopt-A-Pet
Friends/Family
Social Media
Other

Foster Agreement

I have filled out this application honestly and understand that any false information or omission of information can result in my being denied as a foster with Safe With Us Animal Rescue. I also understand that if it is found after I am fostering that I have falsified or omitted any information, that my foster dog(s) of Safe With Us Animal Rescue will be removed from my care.

Applicant Name *

First

Last

Co-Applicant Name

First

Last

Date *

1Foster Application Form - cats

2Fostering

3References

4Authorization

Primary Applicant information

Contact information for the primary applicant

Applicant Name *

First

Last

Email *

Phone *

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Co-applicant?

Yes, I have a co-applicant

Co-applicant information

Contact information for the co-application

Co-Applicant Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Address

Same as primary applicant

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Primary applicant information

Back to the primary applicant

Home type

Single family
Duplex
Apartment/Condo
Mobile Home

Do you:

Own
Rent
Live with a Parent or Guardian

Landlords Name *

First

Last

Landlords Phone *

Are cats allowed in your lease agreement? *

Do you have children in the home?

What ages are the children?

I agree to always monitor interactions between the foster cat and any children *

I agree

Does anyone in the house have allergies to animals?

List the allergies

List current pets in your home.

Name, animal type, age, gender, spayed/neutered, health issues etc

Why would you like to foster with Safe With Us Animal Rescue? *

Have you fostered before? *

What is your past fostering experience? *

Are there any behavioral or medical issues you are unwilling or unable to work with? *

Please detail

How many hours a day will your foster be without human company? *

Finding the perfect home for you foster can take time. Are you willing and able to provide a foster home until the cat is placed in their home? *

How long are you prepared to foster for? *

Are you planning a vacation during your time fostering? *

Yes
No
Possibly

Dates? *

This allows us to plan for coverage for your foster while you are away

Do you agree to follow Safe With Us Decompression Guidelines to give your foster time to decompress and get acclimated to their new surroundings? *

If your foster cat is not a good fit in your home, or you are no longer able to foster, do you commit to allowing Safe With Us acceptable time to find another placement? *

Do you agree to allow home visits before and during your foster experience? *

What age dog are you willing to foster? *

Kitten (a year or younger)
Adult (a year to nine years)
Senior (over ten)

Are you willing to foster: *

A pregnant or nursing cat
A sick cat
A special needs cat

Do you currently foster for another rescue or shelter? *

Please note, this is only for planning purposes

Which rescue/shelter? *

Veterinarian contact information

Current, or prior veterinarian contact details. Please contact them and let them know to expect our call, and authorize them to speak with us.

Practice name *

Veterinary practice name

Name of owner of pet *

First

Last

Name of owner on the pets account

Practice Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Practice Phone *

Is there an Emergency vet or clinic in your area?

Yes, my vet
Yes, another vet
Not sure
No

Emergency Vet name *

First

Last

Emergency Vet address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Emergency Vet phone *

Personal reference #1

At least one reference must be a non family member

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Relationship length and type

How long have they known you, and in what capacity?

Personal reference #2

At least one reference must be a non family member

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Relationship length and type

How long have they known you, and in what capacity?

Personal reference #3

At least one reference must be a non family member

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

Relationship length and type

How long have they known you, and in what capacity?

Is there anything else you would like to let us know?

How did you hear about Safe With Us Animal Rescue?

Petfinder
Adopt-A-Pet
Friends/Family
Social Media
Other

Foster Agreement

I have filled out this application honestly and understand that any false information or omission of information can result in my being denied as a foster with Safe With Us Animal Rescue. I also understand that if it is found after I am fostering that I have falsified or omitted any information, that my foster animal(s) of Safe With Us Animal Rescue will be removed from my care.

Applicant Name *

First

Last

Co-Applicant Name

First

Last

Date *

Medical Partners

Tufts Veterinary Hospital
Clinton Veterinary Hospital
JM Pet Vet Clinic
Quarry Hills Animal Hospital

Training and Nutrition

Kinematic Canine
5 Rings Dog Training

Retail friends

The Black Dog Wareham, Mashpee and Provincetown
Max and Neo
Quite Fetching Bakery Pet Boutique

Support us

WoofTrax

Become a Foster

Welcome foster animals into your home.

What does fostering involve?

Are there any foster requirements?

How hard is fostering?

How do I become a foster?

Primary Applicant information

Co-applicant information

Primary applicant information

Veterinarian contact information

Personal reference #1

Personal reference #2

Personal reference #3

Foster Agreement

Primary Applicant information

Co-applicant information

Primary applicant information

Veterinarian contact information

Personal reference #1

Personal reference #2

Personal reference #3

Foster Agreement