Foster Application for Dogs

Thank you for your interest in fostering a retired research dog from the Washington Adoption Center for Retired Research Animals (WACRRA)! Completion of this application does not guarantee the applicant will be approved as a foster. For any questions or to set up a fostering appointment, please contact Holly Nguyen at [email protected].

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Name *

First

Last

Home Address *

Single Line Text

City *

State / Province / Region *

Postal Code *

Email *

Phone Number *

Are you over the age of 18? *

• Yes
• No

What is your experience level with dogs? *

• Excited to start
• Some experience
• Intermediately experienced
• Advanced in experience
• Professional/Executive level of experience

What type of home do you live in (house, apartment, et cetera)? Do you own or rent your home? How long have you been at this address? *

If renting, please list the landlord or property manager name and phone number:

May WACRRA contact your landlord or property manager? *

• Yes
• No
• N/A

Are dogs allowed? *

• Yes
• No

Are there breed or weight restrictions? *

• Yes
• No

Would you be willing to allow us to visit your home by appointment? *

What humans currently live in the home? Please provide the ages of all household members: *

Does any member of the household have allergies? If so, to what? *

What animals currently live in your home? (Please include species, breed, and age): *

Are current pets spayed/neutered? *

• Yes
• No
• N/A

Are current pets up to date on vaccinations? *

• Yes
• No
• N/A

Do you have a regular veterinarian? If so, please provide clinic name: *

Who will be responsible for the daily care of this foster animal? *

Approximately how many hours per day will the foster dog be left alone? *

• Less than 2
• 2-4
• 4-6
• 6-8
• More than 8

Where will the dog stay during the day? *

Where will the dog sleep at night? *

law, yard, communicate

If you have a fenced yard, please describe the height and type of fencing (e.g. vinyl, chain link, wood, etc.): *

If you do not have a fenced yard, how will you safely contain the foster dog while outside?

How do you plan to exercise the foster dog and how often? *

Do you travel frequently? *

• Yes
• No

If yes, who will care for the dog?

If a disciplinary or behavior problem arises, what steps will you take to work on it? *

What will you do if the foster dog doesn’t get along with your present pets? *

Do you agree that the foster animal must not be taken by anyone who has not been approved by WACRRA? *

Are you comfortable posting photos/videos of the foster animal on your social media and sharing the posts? *

Are you comfortable corresponding and meeting potential adopters? *

Have you or anyone in your household ever been (i) charged with, or convicted of, animal cruelty, neglect, or abandonment, (ii) the subject of a civil proceeding to terminate your ownership rights of a dog, cat, or other companion animal, (iii) ever surrendered an animal to, or had an animal seized by an animal control officer? *

Please indicate acknowledgement of the following statements: The animal(s) were previously housed at a regulated research institution and cared for by trained, dedicated, and loving veterinary and animal care professionals under strict ethical and welfare oversight. Their release is part of a responsible retirement and rehoming program. *

Do you agree not to publish, post, or communicate any false, misleading, defamatory, or materially disparaging statements concerning WACRRA, the originating research institution, or their personnel in connection with the fostered animal(s)? *

Do you acknowledge that retired research animals may require time, patience, and socialization to acclimate to life outside their safe research environment? The animal(s) are used to consistent care routines and caregivers, so many everyday experiences and household sounds may be unfamiliar or startling. During this transition, they require a safe, supportive, and consistent environment as they adapt to life with a foster while transitioning to a permanent forever family. *

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless WACRRA and its directors, officers, board members, employees, volunteers, agents, and affiliated organizations from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to the foster’s negligent or intentional acts or omissions, breach of this Agreement, or failure to follow WACRRA policies or instructions except to the extent caused by WACRRA’s gross negligence, willful misconduct, or where such release is prohibited by law. *

Do you understand that fostering involves inherent risks, including but not limited to animal bites, scratches, allergic reactions, zoonotic diseases, lifting injuries, slips, falls property damage, and emotional distress associated with caring for sick, injured, or deceased animals? As a foster, you voluntarily assume all such risks associated with participation of WACRRA activities. *

Do you understand that WACRRA does not provide health insurance, workers’ compensation coverage for fosters, or insurance for personal property? The foster assumes responsibility for any loss of or damage to personal property brought to foster activities. *

How did you hear about WACRRA? *

Provide any additional details.

I hereby certify that all responses provided are truthful and completed to the best of my ability. I agree to abide by the terms and conditions outlined in this contract. I understand that if I fail to uphold these terms and am found in violation of any part of this agreement, WACRRA reserves the right to reclaim any animals fostered through their organization, and legal action may be taken against me. By typing my name below, I intend this typed name to be my legal signature for this document. *

Your typed name constitutes a legally binding signature.

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