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Habitat for Cats Foster Application

FOSTER CAREGIVER APPLICATION
P.O. Box 25637
Rochester, New York 14625
Habitat for Cats Hotline 585-234-2894
Website: www.HabitatForCats.com
Foster Coordinator 585-546-7356
Catchacat_2@hotmail.com

  Thank you for your interest in becoming a Foster Caregiver for Habitat for Cats Foster/Adoption Program.  We are in need of people to foster rescued cats until a forever home is found for them. Please use the form below to apply to be a foster Caregiver. Your answers to these questions will help us match your needs with the cats in our program.  Thank you for your interest in our organization!

 

Family & Residence Information
Do any members of your household have allergies?	Yes          No
Number of adults living in your house?
# Of children and their ages?
Do your children have any fear of cats?	Yes          No
Do your children know how to handle cats?	Yes          No
Do you live in a: (circle one)	Apartment      Condo      House      Farm
Do you own or rent?
If you rent, do you have your Landlord’s permission to have a cat? Please provide landlord’s name & Phone for verification.
Do all members of your household want a foster cat?	Yes          No

 

Foster Information
Why are you interested in fostering cats?
Do you have a separate room/area to foster the cats/kittens?	Yes          No
Please tell us which type of fostering you are interested in:	Cat(s)      Kitten(s)      Special needs
Would you foster kittens that need to be bottled fed?	Yes          No
Fostering to Foster: Want to help save more animals, but am not interested in adopting at this time.	Yes          No
Fostering to adopt: Would like to adopt my foster if the animal fits in with family.	Yes          No
Do you have experience fostering animals?	Yes          No
How many cats/kittens can you foster at a time?
Are you able to accommodate fosters at a short notice?	Yes          No
When are you available to start fostering?

 

If fostering a cat
Are you okay with the cat being inside at all times?
Do you need training or help in these areas: (please circle):	litter box training  cat/cat introductions or cat/dog introductions  Socializing a cat/kitten  Bottle feeding or kitten needs
If other pets in the household do not get along with your foster cat(s) how you would handle the situation?

 

Please provide the name, address and phone number for your current Vet:

PLEASE CALL YOUR VET AND GIVE CONSENT TO RELEASE MEDICAL INFORMATION POSTED ON YOUR FILE.

SIGNED FORM IS TO BE SENT TO:

HABITAT FOR CATS
C/O KATHY RIVERA
P.O Box 25637
Rochester, NY 14625

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING AND SIGN AT THE BOTTOM

I understand that there is always an adjustment period for any foster cat coming into my home. There is no specific time limit for an animal to be in foster care, and I am willing to work to make this foster cat a member of my family during his/her stay. I understand that many of these cats have survived tremendous odds and need lots of TLC (tender loving care). I understand that Habitat for Cats cannot be held responsible for the actions, behavior and/or medical condition of the cats that are rescued and placed in foster/adoption. I agree to assume the risks implicit in working with cats who may have been abandoned, beaten, or otherwise mistreated or abused, or who may suffer from an illness, condition or disease. Although Habitat for Cats has cats evaluated prior (if possible) to placing them in foster care, they cannot guarantee the temperament or disposition of any of the animals since most of their histories are unknown.

I understand my foster cat is to stay indoors at all times. I understand that Habitat for Cats reserves the right to check on the welfare of any foster cat on my premises, with reasonable notice and to reclaim both possession and ownership without any form of compensation. In the event that I do not comply with the written and accepted foster guidelines and Habitat for Cats reclaims any foster cat from me under the terms of this agreement, I waive my right to maintain the foster cat and hold Habitat for Cats harmless.

I understand that Habitat for Cats must approve all adoption applications, so I will not promise anyone that they can adopt my foster. Of course Habitat for Cats will be happy to receive adoption referrals and recommendations. If you are considering adopting your foster yourself, Habitat for Cats will consider your application prior to placing the cat in another home.

I also agree that if, at any time in the future, I cannot continue being a foster caregiver for ANY reason, I will not give away, sell or euthanize the cat(s) in my care. I will contact the program coordinator or volunteer for arrangements to be made to move the cat(s) into other foster homes within the Habitat for Cats Foster/Adoption Program. I understand that Habitat for Cats will be responsible for any medical expenses within reason that may occur while the cat is in my care. If a veterinary visit is necessary, please contact your foster coordinator and inform them so that approval and/or payment can be arranged.

I indemnify and hold Habitat for Cats and the Foster/Adoption Program free and harmless from all liability arising out of any and all claims, demands, losses, damages, action, judgment of every kind, and description which may occur to or be suffered by me, members of my household, or any third parties by reason of activities arising out of this agreement.

I have accurately completed this application and all information stated is true and correct. I have read the application and program description on this form in its entirety and understand the risks involved in working with these cats. I also agree that if the information given on this application is not accurate to the best of my knowledge, I forfeit all rights to any and all foster cats residing in my care (Please sign, print and date this form).
 

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Print Foster Caregiver Name
 

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Foster Caregiver Signature
 

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