Foster Agreement - Pet Haven of Minnesota

Name*

First Last

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone*

Email*

Have you been approved to fosters cats or dogs with Pet Haven?*

Cats
Dogs

I agree to act as a foster for an animal for Pet Haven Inc. of Minnesota (Pet Haven)

Please check each box if you agree to the following:

I have reviewed Pet Haven’s Foster Manual.*

Yes

I understand that Pet Haven retains ownership of all animals in foster care and reserves the right to reclaim an animal at any time.*

Yes

I understand that my foster animal will be kept as an indoor pet.*

Yes

I will provide my foster animal food, water, shelter, and appropriate exercise.*

Yes

I understand that all veterinary care must be approved in advance by Pet Haven and provided by veterinarians that are approved partners of Pet Haven.*

Yes

I understand all medical and adoption decisions regarding the foster animal in my care will be made by Pet Haven.*

Yes

I agree to obtain a professional behavior evaluation of the animal at Pet Haven’s expense when directed to do so by Pet Haven, and to follow any behavior plan relating to training or behavior modification as directed.*

Yes

I understand that all supplies will be provided to me for my foster animal and that no payment will be provided for food unless approved by a Pet Haven representative.*

Yes

I agree to participate with Pet Haven’s Adoption Coordinator in taking part in the adoption of my foster animal. The input from fosters is greatly appreciated and taken into consideration for the proper placement of the animal; however, I understand that the final decision remains the sole responsibility of Pet Haven.*

Yes

I agree to bring my foster animal(s) to veterinary appointments scheduled by Pet Haven. It is mandatory to bring the foster animal{s) to the scheduled date and location for spay/neuter once the appointment is scheduled.*

Yes

I understand that adoptive families are to be accorded respect and privacy. I agree to not engage in excessively casual or aggressive contact with potential or adoptive families.*

Yes

If any questions or problems arise, I agree to immediately contact a Pet Haven representative. If the need arises to move the animal(s) to another foster home, the foster must allow Pet Haven a reasonable amount of time to move the animal(s). During the transition, it will be the responsibility of the foster to keep the animal(s) separated and safe at all times.*

Yes

I agree to accept all responsibility for any events that may occur as a result of fostering an animal(s). I acknowledge that there are inherent risks with animals, including but not limited to: bites, scratches, bruises, and/or damage to property.*

Yes

I agree to hold Pet Haven harmless for any injuries to people, pets or for any loss or damage to property and agree to abstain from any legal recourse against Pet Haven, its agents, officers, employees, volunteers, etc.*

Yes

I acknowledge that Pet Haven cannot guarantee foster animals against parasites, diseases, or destructive behavior. I will not hold Pet Haven responsible, nor seek any compensation for damages, medical fees, or other liabilities incurred by my foster pet to myself, my property, or my resident animals.*

Yes

It has been recommended to me as a foster that I consult my renters or homeowner's policies to ensure that I am properly covered for injuries to people or animals inside/outside of my residence.*

Yes

For dog fosters only:

I understand that foster dogs are not to be be exercised outdoors off-leash in any unfenced area and agree to keep my foster dog on leash when outdoors at all times. (Pet Haven strongly discourages foster dogs from attending off-leash dog parks.)

Yes

I agree to practice positive-reinforcement training principles with my foster animal.

Yes

Please list all names of household members (over 18 years old) who will be providing foster care

Signature*

I have read and understand all the statements above. I declare that the information given in this application is true and correct and agree that, if any false information has been provided, it may nullify my foster care agreement with Pet Haven and I will arrange for the return all foster animals in my care to Pet Haven.

Consent

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