Dog Foster Application Form

Foster Home Application

Please fill out the foster application form as completely and accurately as possible.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Journey Fosters Niagara reserves the right to reject any application and the sole right to determine the best placement for the dogs that come into our care.

Be sure to hit the Submit button once you have filled out the form and wait for the submission confirmation message before navigating away from the page.

Foster Home Rules / Guidelines

• No toys that they could ingest.
• No soft items to avoid ingestion when not supervised.
• Provide the dog with water.
• Do NOT leave the dog alone for long periods. It could cause anxiety and destruction.
• Watch for resource guarding around toys. Take precautions - don’t try to take toys or items away, but redirect to something allowed and kick away the item before picking it up.
• Allow time for dog to decompress. We may not know how long they’ve been loose or what kind of journey they were on.
• Keep dogs separate from your own pets - health unknown (I.e. vaccination status), fleas, ticks, may not get along or have resource guarding behaviour.
• We are required to return the dog to the owner who provides proof of ownership.
• **Discuss with Michelle Murray if concerned about neglect, etc. She will contact HS/SPCA/PAWS to inform them.
• Check on the dog regularly.
• Avoid having the dog sleep in bed with any members of your family or guests. Fleas, ticks, health issues etc.
• Pee pads may be needed. Always supervise.
• Ensure they get proper bathroom breaks.
• A double leash is required when outside of your home. Slip leads provided.
• Take precautions around doors, etc, to avoid dogs getting loose from you.
• When putting equipment on the dog, ensure it fits properly and is not too loose so they cannot back up and wiggle out of it.
• We recommend keeping the leash on inside the home until comfortable with a dog around everyone. Always supervise while leashed.
• DO NOT take any unnecessary chances with the dog. For example, don’t put your face in the dog's face, don’t reach to get something out of their mouth, etc.
• Do your best to keep your dog calm to avoid over-excitement or anxiety.
• Take pictures when you get a chance. Post them in the Journey Fosters Niagara group to increase the chances the dog will be recognized by its family.
• Return Journey Fosters Niagara equipment when no longer fostering. Ie. microchip scanner, slip leads, etc.

Fosters provide a temporary safe space until either an owner claims the dog or the Humane Society picks them up, usually within 24 hours. Our team will provide supplies and ongoing support. 

To become a journey foster, you must have previous fostering experience, have had several dogs over a lifetime, or work with animals in the pet industry. Remember that we will not have the behaviour history of the dogs we take into our care, so experience is strongly advised and will be considered when reviewing applications.

Full Name *

Address *

City *

Postal Code *

Phone Number (Mobile) *

Email Address

What's the best way to contact you? *

Email

Phone

Occupation

Please list all members of the household, including yourself. Please include details, like ages. *

Does everyone in the home agree to foster dogs? *

Do you Own or Rent *

Own

Rent (Please fill the next question)

If you rent, we are required to confirm with your landlord (Email, Phone)

Do you have a completely fenced, secured yard?

Please describe the energy/atmosphere of your home and anything you consider to be important about your lifestyle and the other people in your household to determine the best fit. *

Dog Safety experience? Tether with harness in car, etc *

What is your experience with dogs? Please be very detailed. *

Describe your preference regarding dogs you feel comfortable handling. *

What’s the latest time you’re willing to take a phone call or text? Dogs are found and in need at anytime of the day or night, so if there are nights of the week you’re available to take an emergency, please make note. *

Owner needs to provide proof of ownership. Are you comfortable requesting this info? *

Yes

No

Microchip scanner to be provided. $50 to replace if lost or damaged. Agree? *

Yes

No

If accepts or finds a dog themselves, ensure to follow JFN guidelines and notify the foster coordinator (Michelle Murray) immediately. Agree? *

Yes

No

Dogs that have been on a ‘journey’ have been through a lot and may require decompression time. Separation from your own pets is a must. Do you have a place for them? Crate, blocked off area, like a kitchen or hallway? *

Yes

No

Are you willing to act as the primary contact of your household for the dog? *

Yes

No

Current pets? Please list all pets, including species, breed, age, and gender. *

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References. Please provide two non-family references that you’ve known for a minimum of two years who can vouch for your overall character. Please advise them that we will be contacting them to avoid an unnecessary delay in your application.

Reference 1

Name (Reference 1) *

Email (Reference 1) *

Phone (Reference 1) *

Reference 2

Name (Reference 2) *

Email (Reference 2) *

Phone (Reference 2) *

Reference 3

Name (Reference 3) *

Email (Reference 3) *

Phone (Reference 3) *

Reference 4

Name Reference 4 *

Email (Reference 4) *

Phone (Reference 4)

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