Foster Application Form | Fort McMurray SPCA

Become a Foster Home

Fostering doesn’t cost money. The Fort McMurray SPCA will provide veterinary care, food and medication – the only thing you need to give is love, time and attention.

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Animal Foster Care Program Application

Step 1 of 9

The Animal Foster Care Program is one of the many life-saving arms of the FMSPCA. The primary reason for foster care is to provide a temporary home for a potentially adoptable animal whose current condition is not manageable in a shelter setting, or to relieve overcrowding in the shelter. Although previous fostering experience is not required, ideal foster care provider will have basic knowledge of animal care and training and be committed to finding their foster animal a safe and loving “forever home”. As a foster care provider, you will provide the animals with care including, food, water, shelter, training, grooming, and medical treatment when necessary.

Fostering a shelter animal is a wonderful and rewarding experience but can also be time consuming and hard work.

Please seriously consider all of the aspects of the foster care program before deciding to apply to foster.
All first-time foster care providers with the FMSPCA must complete the following application.
Please select*
- Dog
- Cat
- Either
- Other

What type of animals are you interested in fostering?
Medical
Mama and babies*
Babies only*
Injured*
Sick (Kennel Cough, Skin Condition, Etc)*
Contagious (Parvovirus, Coccidian, Corona Virus)*
Behavioral
Under socialized (lots of TLC needed)*
Fearful or timid*
Has never lived inside a home*
Has some type of destructive behavior*
Dog Specific
Needs lots of basic obedience/manners*
Reactive dog*
Dog-dog aggression*
Dog-cat aggression*
Dog with food/toy aggression*
Cat Specific
Cat-Cat aggression*

More Info
Specific Animal Only: (ID#)*

Name*

Have you fostered before?*
For which organization?

If yes, what animals did you foster?*

What was the outcome?*

Do you have any of the following formal training?
Do you have any of the following formal training?*
Pet First Aid
Vet Assistant Diploma
Pet Sitting Certification
Grooming Certification
Veterinarian
Certified Dog Trainer
Veterinary Technologist
Animal Science Degree
Human First Aid
Nursing Degree
Other Medical Degree
Other Health, Science & Hygiene
Other Health, Science & Hygiene. Please specify

If you have no formal training are you willing to:
If you have no formal training are you willing to:*
Attend people training classes
Obtain on-line people training
Pay for all people training classes
Attend FMSPCA in house provided classes and/or workshops
Attend dog obedience classes
How did you hear about FMSPCA’s foster program?

What length of time can you commit to fostering (weeks, months, etc):

Your home:

Own

Rent

If you rent please provide a copy of your rental lease stating animals are allowed or written landlord approval.
Please provide your landlord’s name and phone number:*

Are you planning on moving in the next 2-3 months?*
Will you allow a home visit to ensure that your home is appropriate for fostering?*
Do you have a secure fenced yard?*
How high is the fence?

How many hours are you home during the day?*

How much time will you devote to your foster animal’s care and socialization each day?*

Are you able to return to FMSPCA at least every 2-3 weeks for care and adoption paperwork?
How many adults in your home?*
Name(s) of other adult(s) in the household*
First Name Last Name

How many children?*
Their ages?*

Is anyone in your home allergic to animals?*
If yes*

Current Pets
Current Pets
Name and information Spayed/Neutered? Licensed?

Tell about your pet's species / age, Indoor/Outdoor, How long in your care?
Do your pets have their current vaccinations?*
Name of Vet Clinic*

Are you willing to provide us with medical records?*
Previous Pets
Name Species / Age Reason no longer with you Spayed/Neutered?

Have you ever given up a pet?*
If yes, where did the animal end up?

Have any of your resident animals ever had a litter (had babies) before?*
Have you ever had multiple animals in your home before?*
What energy level are you able to handle in a foster animal?*
High energy (needs lots of exercise, running, etc)
Medium energy (daily walks, moderate exercise)
Low energy (senior or couch potato- yard time is sufficient)
How do you plan on exercising your foster animal?

Where will the foster animal be when you are home?

Where will the foster animal be when you are not home?

Do you have a safe place to keep your foster animal separate from resident animals for the short term and long term if needed?*
If yes, where?

Can you provide proper confinement for cats, explain?*

Are you comfortable/experienced with administering oral and/or topical medications?*
Are you comfortable/experienced with administering injections?*
How long are you willing to allow your new foster pet to adjust to your home/new schedule?*

What will you do if your foster animal chews or scratches in unwanted areas?*

What methods will you use to housebreak your foster animal, if needed?*

Are you willing to meet with adopters and visit FMSPCA to finalize adoptions?*
Under what circumstances would you not be able to complete the foster program?*

i.e. return the animal before an adopter is found

Fort McMurray S.P.C.A. Volunteer Release Form
The undersigned, in acting as a volunteer for the Fort McMurray S.P.C.A., hereby releases the Fort McMurray S.P.C.A., its agents, officers, servants and employees of and from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions and causes of actions whatsoever arising out of or relating to any loss, damage, or injury that may be sustained by the undersigned or any of the undersigned’s property.

The undersigned further agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Fort McMurray S.P.C.A., its agents, officers, servants and employees from any and all liability which may hereafter be brought against the Fort McMurray S.P.C.A. by or on behalf of the undersigned for the undersigned’s named child of any of the foregoing matters hereby released.

The undersigned hereby acknowledges the risk inherent in the handling of animals, domesticated or wild, and hereby willingly accepts all such risks.

This release and indemnity shall be binding upon the undersigned, his/her, heirs, executors, administrators and assigns.
Confirmation*
I agree to the conditions stated above.
Signature
Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY

If the applicant noted about is under the age of 18, the signature of a parent / legal guardian is required below.
1. I verify that I am the parent / legal guardian of the above listed applicant who is under 18 years old.
*
2. I agree to the conditions stated above.
3. I understand that I must provide direct supervision of this applicant while he / she is volunteering for the Fort McMurray SPCA. If I cannot be present, I will designate another chaperone that is at least 18 years old, and I understand that verification of the chaperone age may be required.
Signature*
Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY

The undersigned herby acknowledges that under volunteering at the Fort McMurray SPCA there will be restrictions on adoptions that may take place during such time.

As a volunteer, all rules, procedures, policies, and expectations are the same as of paid employees. If a volunteer does not follow all policies and procedures they can be withdrawn from the volunteer program. This includes brining animals home without permission.
*
I accept.
Initial*

Become a Foster Home

Animal Foster Care Program Application

Step 1 of 9

All first-time foster care providers with the FMSPCA must complete the following application.

Personal Information

What type of animals are you interested in fostering?

Medical

Behavioral

Dog Specific

Cat Specific

More Info

Do you have any of the following formal training?

If you have no formal training are you willing to:

Current Pets

Fort McMurray S.P.C.A. Volunteer Release Form

If the applicant noted about is under the age of 18, the signature of a parent / legal guardian is required below.