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We are committed to matching the right dog to the right family so all will have many happy years together. Our foster process includes the completion of an application, interview and veterinary reference for existing animals within the home. We reserve the right to refuse any applicant for any reason, if we feel the needs of the dog will not be met. All animals in the home MUST be up to date on vaccines and spayed/neutered. Please note: Any question marked with a * MUST be completed.

Applicant First name*

Applicant Last name*

Co-Applicant First name

Co-Applicant Last name

Address*

City*

State*

Zip Code*

Cell Phone number*

Alternative Phone number

Email*

GENERAL QUESTIONS

A completed answer to the following questions will enable us to be more familiar with your request and requirements and will help us find the rescue dog to match your needs and expectations.

How did you hear about Caleb's Opus?*

Why would you like to foster?*

Do you have any experience with rescue dogs?*

Do you have any size, breed or weight preferences for a foster dog?*

INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR HOUSEHOLD

Please list ALL humans living at this residence. (Names, ages & occupations)*

Please list all DOGS living at this residence. (Name, age, breed, gender, altered) Comfortable with dogs?*

Please list all CATS living at this residence. (Name, age, gender, altered) Comfortable with dogs?*

Please list any OTHER pets living at this residence. Comfortable with dogs?*

If you do not have small children living in your home, will your foster dog come into regular contact with children under the age of 10? If yes, how often and what ages?*

Do you own or rent your current residence?*

Own

Rent

Other

How long have you lived at your current residence (years/months)?*

If at current residence less than a year, please provide previous address*

If you rent, does your lease/landlord provide written permission for you to have a dog?

Yes

No

Please provide your leasing agency/landlord's full name and phone number.*

Do you have a fenced in yard?*

Yes

No

If yes, please describe the fence (type, width, height).*

Do you have a swimming pool? If yes, please describe (in-ground, above ground, cover type).*

INFORMATION ABOUT THE CARE OF THE FOSTER DOG

Who will care for, exercise, and train your foster dog?*

Do you have any special training skills you can offer a foster dog?*

How many hours per day, will your foster dog be alone (without humans) on a regular basis?*

Where will your foster dog be kept when you are not at home?*

Do you have an area in your home for a dog crate?*

Yes

No

VETERINARY REFERENCES

Please contact your veterinarian's office to authorize them to speak with Caleb's Opus. Failure to do so may delay the processing of your application.

Name of veterinarian*

Veterinarian Phone number*

If you haven't been with this vet for your pet's entire life, please provide your previous veterinarian's name and phone number.

PERSONAL REFERENCES

NOT A RELATIVE OR HOUSEHOLD MEMBER

Reference #1 (Name (first & last), Phone Number & Relationship)*

Reference #2 (Name (first & last), Phone Number & Relationship)*

MISCELLANEOUS QUESTIONS

May we visit your home prior to application approval?*

Yes

No

Have you or anyone in your household had to surrender or give away a pet to a rescue or humane society in the past? If yes, please explain.*

Do you understand your local town/city ordinance concerning dog licensing and leash laws?*

Yes

No

Have you or any member of your family/household been cited for leash law violations or animal cruelty? If yes, please provide details.*

Are you ready to foster a dog immediately?*

Yes

No

AGREEMENT

I/We attest that I/We understand that Caleb's Opus makes no guarantees or statements regarding any dog's age, breed, health or temperament. While Caleb's Opus has made every effort to provide accurate history, and assessment of all dogs, Caleb's Opus is not able to guarantee any dogs age, breed, medical status or history, behavior or disposition. I/We hereby release Caleb's Opus and its directors, and representatives of any and all possible claims arising from injury or damage caused by any dog fostered by me/us to any person or property or relating to health or temerament of the dog, incluing any expenses related thereto.

I/We attest that the information provided on this application is true and accurate to the best of my/our knowledge. If filling out the application electronically, your name below substitutes for a signature.

I/We agree to the terms & conditions.

Applicant Signature*

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Co-Applicant Signature

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Caleb’s Opus A Dog Rescue • Southern Maine
• Email: calebsopus@gmail.com
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