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

We will inform you of the known health history and disposition of the dog you are fostering. Even so, there are many unknowns with a rescued dog and you are expected to watch for any health and behavioral issues that may develop while the dog is in your care. If anything develops, we ask that you notify us immediately.

LOAD cannot accommodate people fulfilling court-ordered community service within the Foster Care Program. LOAD 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. The foster parent is responsible for transporting the animals to and from LOAD for veterinary appointments, surgery, behavior evaluations, vaccinations, etc. The foster parent may also be asked to assist in transporting the animal to and from adoption events, and to off-site training classes, at the Foster Care Coordinator’s discretion.

Fosters cannot leave their foster dog unattended with infants, children or other dogs.
Fosters keep foster dogs on-leash any time they are outside of a home or securely fenced yard. Foster dogs should never be left alone tied up (ex: outside a store). Fosters should immediately notify Love Of All Dogs Inc in the event of a missing or sick foster dog.

LOAD has specific veterinarians and clinics we use for the care of our animals. If an animal should require veterinary care, you must request authorization to bring the animal in for care at one of the designated veterinarians. LOAD does not pay for nor reimburse for veterinary care under any circumstances without prior authorization.

If for whatever reason the foster is unable to keep the dog, the foster agrees not to rehome, give away, sell or otherwise dispose of the dog without the express written consent of LOAD and will give LOAD 48hrs to find placement for the dog. Foster also agrees not to release the dog to anyone without the consent of a LOAD representative.

We do not have a foster to adopt program. Dogs are eligible for adoption immediately upon arrival in NYC. If you may want to adopt your foster dog, we recommend filling out an adoption application before picking up your foster so that we are able to process it ASAP. While it is absolutely a wonderful first step, foster approval does not guarantee adoption approval.

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 LOAD 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 LOAD has asked me to provide care. I acknowledge that LOAD 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.