Let’s work together Interested in being a foster? Fill out some info below and we will be in touch shortly! We can't wait to hear from you. Name * First Name Last Name When are you ready to start fostering? * Right away! I need a few weeks to get ready Other If other, please explain: Are you looking to foster a specific dog or cat? * Yes No If yes, which one? Email * Phone (###) ### #### Address Address 1 Address 2 City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Years living at current address? * Instagram handle if you have one: * How old are you? 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+ Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident? Yes No Occupation * Name of Employer * Work Life I'm a full-time student I work 9-5 My hours vary daily I make my own schedule I work from home I'm retired I'm a full time stay at home mom/dad Other If other, please explain: If you work 9-5 or your hours vary, please give us an idea of what an average work day looks like for you & how you plan to incorporate the needs of a dog or cat into your routine. * Do you travel often? * Yes No Have you or anyone in your household ever been convicted of a felony or animal cruelty? * Yes No I acknowledge that if I am chosen to be a TSF foster, a background check will be requested of me * Yes No Have you ever fostered a pet from a shelter or rescue? * Yes No If yes, which foster or rescue? Are you currently fostering for any other organization(s)? If yes, please list the name(s)? Why would you like to foster a cat or dog? * Please check all boxes of type of dogs you would be open to fostering? * Small size dog Medium size dog Large size dog Senior dog Bling dog Deaf dog Three-legged dog Special medical needs dog Litter of puppies with mama 0-8 weeks of age Puppy 9+ weeks Bonded pair of dogs Pregnant dog Dog that needs rehabilitating Please check all boxes of type of cats you would be open to fostering? * Senior cat Blind cat Deaf cat Special medical needs cat Litter of kittens with mama 0-8 weeks of age Kitten 9+ weeks Bonded pair of kittens Pregnant cat Feral cat that needs rehabilitating Have you ever bottle fed puppies or kittens before? * Yes No If required, do you have access to a car to bring the dog to appointments like the vet or transport the dog or cat locally? * Yes No but I have family/friends that can help me No I would require transport Would you be willing to foster more than one dog or cat at a time? * Yes No Maybe Are there any breeds you do NOT feel comfortable fostering? * Is there a maximum duration of time you would be able to foster? * Yes No Are you willing to foster until the dog or cat gets adopted? Please note it takes an average of 1-2 months to get a dog or cat adopted but it can always take longer. * Yes No List all the people living in your home (roommates, partners, kids, parents, etc), their ages, and their experience with dogs or cats * Do all members of your household agree to fostering? * Yes No Not sure, I haven't asked Do you or anyone in your household have animal allergies or asthma? * Yes No Describe your home atmosphere * Always busy Some activity Very quiet and chill Always outside Other If other, please explain: * How long would your foster be alone daily? * A few hours or less 3-5 hours 5-8 hours 8+ hours Other If other, please explain: * If you smoke, do you do so in your home or vehicle? * Yes No Would you be willing to hire a dog walker if you required one? Please understand you would not be reimbursed for this. * Yes No Maybe We provide the essentials for the dog or cat (food, crate, bed, vet bills, etc) but if you wish to buy anything new for your foster dog or cat, do you understand you will not be reimbursed? * Yes No Who will be responsible for feeding/training/taking care of the rescue dog or cat & staying in contact with the TSF team in regards to the foster dog or cat? * Me My partner My roommate My kids Shared responsibility Not sure yet Are you willing to supervise the dog or cat at all times with children under 12? * Yes No Do you or anyone in your household suffer from any physical or mental illnesses? Yes No If your answer was yes to the question above, please explain * Are you prepared for an adjustment period while the dog or cat gets comfortable around you and your home? (Note: adjustment meaning: barking, accidents, pulling on leash, chewing, scratching furniture, peeing outside the litter box, potential conflicts with other animals, anxiety/stressed etc) * Yes No What is a deal breaker for you with regards to fostering? * Please list all the current pets in your home, along with age, last date of vaccinations, whether they are spayed or neutered, and a small description of their personality and behaviour * Have you owned a dog(s) or cat(s) in the past that are no longer with you? * Yes No Can you let us know how you lost your previous pet(s)? (Died of old age, cancer, accident, gave away, etc.) * What is your living arrangement? * A house with no backyard A house with a backyard Apartment/Condo living Duplex/Townhouse I share a space with roommates/family Other If other, please explain: * If you have a backyard, is it fenced? * Yes No N/A Do you rent or own? * Rent but my landlord is ok with pets Own Live with family Are there any restrictions from your landlord, or condo association? * Number of pets, size or weight restrictions, breed restrictions, or none If you rent, what is your landlord's full name and phone number? * What kind of community? * City Suburb Small town Rural and/or farm community Would you be willing to let us do a walk through of your home? * Yes No Where will the dog or cat live when you foster? * Inside my home Outside on the patio or yard Both Where will the dog or cat sleep during the night? * In his/her crate inside my home In the garage In a separate room Outside Curled up in bed with me On its bed Please describe what your daily/weekly activity level is * Walking, hiking, jogging, biking, etc. On average, how much exercise are you planning on giving the dog outside of your home daily? * This applies to dog applications only. Less than 20 minutes 30 minutes - 1 hour 1-2 hours 2+ hours I don't plan to exercise the dog daily The dog will mostly exercise in the backyard whenever he/she wants to Unlimited/however much is required On average, how much mental stimulation/play time are you planning on giving the cat inside of your home daily? * This applies to cat applications only. Less than 20 minutes 30 minutes - 1 hour 1-2 hours 2+ hours I don't plan to play with the cat daily The cat will mostly entertain himself/herself Unlimited/however much is required Please indicate your level of dog experience * This will be my first dog I've grown up having dogs I own a dog of my own now I consider myself a dog trainer I am applying for a cat Please indicate your level of cat experience * This will be my first cat I've grown up having cats I own a cat of my own now I consider myself a cat trainer I am applying for a dog Do you have experience with bully breeds? * Pitbull type dogs Yes No Do you have experience with the following or willing to work through the following with your foster to set him/her up for success? * This applies to dog applications only. Separation anxiety Leash reactivity Territorial concerns (food, toys, humans) Excessive barking Reactivity towards other dogs / people Potty training Other Do you have experience with the following or willing to work through the following with your foster to set him/her up for success? * This applies to cat applications only. Separation anxiety Territorial concerns (marking, food, toys, humans) Excessive meowing Reactivity towards other cats / people Litter training Other For any checked boxes, can you let us know how you might work with these or have handled these quirks in the past? * What are your thoughts on declawing a cat? * This applies to cat applications only. Necessary Inhumane Neutral What are your thoughts on letting a cat roam free outdoors? * This applies to cat applications only. Cats should roam free outdoors Cats should remain indoors Cats should be allowed outdoors & indoors What would you do if there was an accident and the dog or cat was injured? * Would you be interested in adopting the dog or cat you are fostering? * Yes No Maybe Can we keep your application on file for future dogs or cats? * Yes No How did you hear about The Simba Foundation? * Anything else you would like us to know? * Reference #1 (Full name, Relationship, contact number and email address) * Reference #2 (Full name, Relationship, contact number and email address) * Thank you for your application! We will be in touch soon.
