Rise and Shine Pit Bull Rescue Foster Application

Before you begin:

We are always looking for fantastic foster families, the information you provide is very helpful to us in finding a good foster-fit! We welcome foster applicants who: work, have families, are busy, go to school, have big yards (AND those who don't). Our fosters are as unique and diverse as our available dogs. So let's work together to find a dog that will make fostering enjoyable for you!

We are an all-volunteer organization and we review applications as quickly as possible. You will likely hear back from us via email or phone in roughly 5-7 days.

Thank you for applying!

Name

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

I am interested in...

Your Age

Is there a specific dog you are interested in fostering? (enter name)

I would be interested in fostering (check all that apply):

What energy level are you looking for in your foster dog?

Please describe any previous experience with bully breed dogs. If you don't have any, that's OK - tell us what interested you in fostering one?

It's important to me that my foster be...

About You

I live in:

Which option best describes your living situation....

How many people in your household are over the age of 21?

How many people in your household are under the age of 21?

If you have children (under 16), please list their ages:

If you have children (under 16), what exposure or experience do they have with pets?

Do you own or rent?

If you currently rent your home, please include your landlord's name and phone number below.

Do you have permission to have a bully breed dog from your landlord or homeowner's association/insurance company?

Do you have other animals?

About your other animals:

Please use this space to describe your other pets special needs or medical conditions, etc.

Fostering Details

It is important that dogs fostered through Rise & Shine are kept indoors and are welcomed into your daily routine and your home. By checking yes, you agree to always house your foster dog indoors.

Approximately, how many hours will the dog be home alone each day? (Remember, it's OK if you work or are gone during the day)

When I'm away, my foster dog will be...

Other

My yard size is

Do you have a fence?

At Rise & Shine, we ask our foster parents NOT to take our foster dogs to off-leash dog parks for several reasons. By checking yes, you agree not to visit off-leash dog parks with your foster dog.

Have you fostered for another rescue group, shelter or are currently fostering?

If YES, please for which group(s)?

How long are you available to foster?

How often do you travel?

If you travel or need to, what arrangements would be made for your foster dog?

Do you currently have or would you be willing to provide any of the following supplies for your foster dog?

References

Name of Primary Veterinarian:

Phone number of clinic

Area CodePhone Number

Client name your pet will be listed under?

If you do not have a veterinary reference, please tell us why:

If your pet isn't up-to-date on wellness care/vaccines or you have other information to share regarding your vet care routine(s), OR if you see more than one vet, please explain:

Personal reference (someone unrelated):

Personal Reference Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Personal Reference Email

example@example.com

Volunteers/Foster Families:

By signing below, you agree to accept liability for any personal injury or damages caused by a rescue dog and to absolve Rise and Shine Rescue and its representatives from any liabiilty in reference to a dog from our program. Working with animals is unpredictable and the utmost caution and common sense must be used in caring for foster animals. While the dog is living with a foster family, he/she will remain the property of Rise and Shine Rescue and all final decisions regarding welfare of the dog will be the responsibility of Rise and Shine Rescue.

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