TENDER LOVING CANINE RESCUE

Specializing in the American Eskimo

A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization

41-2061553

 

P.O. Box 216

Grove City, OH  43123

614-519-5705

or 614-519-3377

Ohio Chapter

Heart Bandits American Eskimo Dog Rescue

as of 01/22/06

 

FOSTER HOME INFORMATION

&

FOSTER HOME APPLICATION

 

The service of our foster homes provide is invaluable to the well being of the rescued dogs.  Tender Loving Canine (TLC) Rescue can not handle the number of dogs in need alone.  Without your help, rescue organizations would be unable to continue to rescue dogs and find loving homes for them on such a grand scale.  One of the saddest things TLC Rescue hates to do is say no to rescuing a dog for lack of space.  By taking in a dog for TLC Rescue you have essentially saved its life.

Becoming a foster home is no small task.  It takes special dedication, love, and understanding.  There is more to becoming a good foster parent than just grooming and feeding a dog.  You should have a crate, proper equipment and tools to bathe and groom a dog.  Have a feeding dish and a place for your new charge to sleep, preferably in your bedroom.

As a foster home, you will be expected to teach your foster manners and to acquaint them with living inside.  In addition you need to determine if the dog can be left alone in the house without exhibiting destructive behavior.  Please provide adequate opportunities for the dog to determine how/she reacts in different situations.

Some rescue dogs have not come from loving homes.  They are frightened, possibly not housebroken and may have other problems. These dogs need time to repair the psychological damage done by their earlier circumstances.  As with our adoptions, TLC Rescue works to match the rescued dog with the appropriate foster parent.  Not all foster homes are able to handle the more difficult cases.

While we emphasizing the responsibilities of foster care, we want to remind you that being a foster parent for a rescued and then adopted dog is about as satisfying as anything you can do.

You are never alone.  The coordinator that has arranged the fostered dog in your home will be your primary contact.  All financial and care arrangements will be worked out every step of the way with the Owner/Director of Operations.  Although all foster homes may not be in a position to cover all the costs of fostering, whatever a foster home can manage greatly helps our rescue efforts.

Remember being a foster parent means you are responsible for communication with the Owner/Director of Operations about what kind of personality the dog has, and what circumstances you feel may be suitable for him or her.  Everyone at TLC Rescue wants each adoption to be successful, but some aren't.  It is through your input that the Owner/Director of Operations will more likely be able to arrange a successful adoption.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A FOSTER HOME, PLEASE CONTINUE ON TO THE FORM BELOW

 

 

Date:                             

 

 

 

Name:                

Spouse's Name or Significant Other:

Address:

City:  State:    Zip:

 

Mailing Address (If different than above)

Address:

City:  State:     Zip:

 

Email Address:

Daytime Phone:            Evening Phone:

 

Place of Employment:

Occupation:

 

Spouse or Significant Other's Place of Employment:

Occupation:

 

 

Number of Person Living in your home:

 

Sex:

Age:

Sex:

Age:

Sex:

Age:

Sex:

Age:

Sex:

Age:

Sex:

Age:

 

Have you or anyone in your family been convicted of animal abuse?    yes    no

 

If yes, please explain fully:

 

Your veterinarian will be contacted.  Please contact him/her and give permission to discuss your past pet history prior to our call.

Veterinarian:

Vet Clinic Name:

Address:

City:    State:    Zip:

Telephone:

Hours:

 

Please list types, sexes, neutered/spayed and ages of current pets:

Name Breed Age Sex Current of Shots Spay/Neutered

If you do not have a veterinarian, you must list three individuals that can be used as references:

NAME ADDRESS, CITY, ST, ZIP PHONE NUMBER

 

Have you ever surrendered an animal to a local pound or animal shelter?    yes    no

If yes, please explain:

 

 

Why are you considering fostering a rescue dog?

 

Have you or anyone living with you ever fostered a rescue dog?  If so, explain:

 

Where will the foster dog live?  Explain fully.

 

Where do your current dogs live?  Explain fully.

 

How will you exercise your foster dog?  How often?  Explain fully.

 

Do you have a fenced area, yard or kennel?  If so, what are the dimensions?  Describe the area:

 

When you must transport the foster dog, how will the dog be transported?

 

When you transport your current pets, how are they transported?

 

How are your pets maintained when you are on vacation or out of town?

 

Will you agree to work with behavioral issues, including obedience classes if needed?

 

Do you understand that if you are ever unwilling or unable to foster a dog, the dog MUST be returned?

 

Are you open to adopting a dog with special needs or behavioral issues?

 

Additional Information and Comments:

 

 

TLC Rescue does not warrant the temperament or behavior of the American Eskimo, and is not to be held liable for any acts of the American Eskimo while being fostered in your home.  Please Initial

 

 

 

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