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Foster Application
Application to foster for Friends of Jackson County Animal Shelter
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How did you hear about us?  *
Household information *
Your Name: 
Co-applicant name

Email is the primary way we reach our fosters, so please be sure to check your email for our follow-up.

Email Address:

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Address, include street, city, state, zip code *
Phone contact:  include all of the numbers you wish for us to contact you at, indicate cell or landline *
Your Occupation / Co-Applicant Occupation  *
The homeless animals throughout Jackson County thank you for your interest in becoming a foster parent for Friends of Jackson County Animal Shelter. To be sure that this foster home placement is in the best interest of you and the animals, please answer ALL of the following questions: 

Have you or anyone in your household ever been convicted of an animal-related crime?

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If yes/other, please explain:

Have you ever fostered an animal before?

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Have you ever worked in an animal shelter or with an animal rescue in the past?

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What is your typical daily schedule like in regard to taking care of a foster pet?

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Foster animals require the same type of care your own animals would require. Some need medications, others need to get to veterinary appointments or adoption events. These animals need to be cared for like you would care for your own animals.

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Are you prepared for possible potty accidents, destructive behavior, barking, whining, etc?

Are you prepared to let the pet go when an approved forever home is found?

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Would you be able to take your foster animal(s) to vet appointments.

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What is your commitment time for fostering pets?

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When will you be ready to start fostering? 

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Please select any of the following animal types that you would be willing to provide foster care to:

(Check all that apply)

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Are there any exceptions to your selection above? 

Is there a specific pet you are interested in fostering? 

What activity level animal would you prefer? 

(Check all that apply)

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Would it be acceptable if these foster animals were: 

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How many animals at a time would you be able to foster?

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Where will the foster pet(s) live?  

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What size foster pets would you consider?

(Check all that apply) 

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Do you plan to isolate the foster animal(s) from your own animals?

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Which family member(s) will be responsible for the daily care of the foster pet(s)? 

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For potty breaks, your foster dog will be:

 Mark N/A for cats

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If you have a fence, how tall is it and what kind of fencing material? If there is no fence, how will you keep the dog from leaving the property? (N/A for cats)

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What are your plans for training your foster dog? (N/A) for cats

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How long have you lived at this address? 

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Who lives in your household?

List all adults' full name, age and relationship to you.

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How do the other adults in your household feel about fostering a pet? 

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How many children live in your household? indicate ages. 

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Do children visit often? 

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 Is it important for the dog to get along with kids? 

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Some dogs and cats may not get along well with children - please consult a volunteer for more information about the animal in which you are considering.  FJCAS cannot guarantee temperament of any animal but can share the experience had with the animal(s) in their care.

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Disclaimer
Some dogs and cats may not get along well with children - please consult a volunteer for more information about the animal in which you are considering.  FJCAS cannot guarantee temperament of any animal but can share the experience had with the animal(s) in their care.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR HOME. Do you:

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For those who rent - have you checked to confirm your lease allows pets?

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Are there any lease pet restrictions? If YES, please explain. (Breed, size, weight, etc)

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Landlord or Rental Company Name and phone number (required if renting) ***We will call to confirm dogs/cats are allowed

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Current Veterinarian and phone number (if applicable) 

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Please list all of your current pets:

Dog/Cat Breed Name Age M/F, Altered?

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We recommend all other animals in your home be up to date on vaccinations. If you have any concerns, please discuss the idea of fostering animals with your veterinarian.

How long have you had them?

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Please tell us anything else you would like us to know to help match you up with the right foster animal: 

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

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FJCAS determines the criteria for fostering, decides which animals are eligible for foster care, and appoints foster caregivers from a pre-approved list of trained providers. FJCAS will require you to go fill out a foster application.  FJCAS foster care volunteers may always refuse any specific request for any reason.  FJCAS staff will inform you of any medical treatments to be administered, the anticipated length of the foster-care period, the objectives of each particular placement (restoring to health, rearing to adoptable age, socialization, etc.), and any other restrictions or expectations we may have.  

You will be expected to keep the animal safe and secure, return it to FJCAS when requested to do so, and not promise the animal to anyone, or imply that you have the authority to approve a potential adoption. FJCAS retains ownership of all animals placed in foster care and will make all decisions regarding the adoption & placement of the animals fostered with input from foster parents.  

FJCAS does not accept into this program those convicted of violent crimes or crimes involving animal cruelty or neglect.  Students seeking credit for school service requirements should speak with the Foster Care Coordinator to discuss the program before proceeding.  

Unless otherwise arranged, the foster parent is responsible for providing all food, litter, bedding, and toys for the animal while it is in their care at home, unless otherwise agree upon. The foster parent is responsible for transporting the animals to and from FJCAS for veterinary appointments, surgery, behavior evaluations, vaccinations, etc., The foster parent may also be responsible for transporting the animal to and from adoption events, and to off-site training classes, at the Foster Care Coordinator’s discretion. Upon return your foster animal to FJCAS you will be required to fill out a brief questionnaire about your foster animal’s behavior and personality. 

I have read and understand the statements above.  I certify that all the information contained in this application is true and correct.  I understand that although FJCAS takes reasonable care to screen animals for foster care placement, it makes no guarantees relating to the animals’ health, behavior or actions.  I understand that I receive foster care animals at my own risk and can decline to accept any animal for which FJCAS has asked me to provide care.  I acknowledge that FJCAS is not responsible for any property damage or personal injury suffered by me, members of my household, including my own animals, or any third parties during a foster placement, and I assume liability to provide adequate controls to prevent such damage or injury. 

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