Volunteer

City, Province, and Postal Code *

Cell Phone *

May we contact you at work? If so, please add your work number. *

Have you had pets in the past? If so, please describe. *

Please list the pets you currently have in your home. Include the following information: type/breed; sex; age; owned since; comments on personality of each animal. *

Are your pets spayed or neutered? If no, please explain. *

What are your personal beliefs on spaying and neutering? *

Are your pets up-to-date on vaccinations? *

Yes No

If your pet is not up to day with vaccinations, please explain why. *

Veterinarian’s name: (You will need to call ahead and give permission for vet ref to your vet.) *

Veterinarian’s telephone number *

How long have you been associated with this vet and/or clinic? *

Would your pets accept a new dog? *

Do you have any male or female dominant pets in your home? *

Where are your pets kept during the day or when no one is home? *

Where do your pets sleep? *

If you travel, what arrangements do you make for the care of your pets? *

Where do you live? *

We own our own home. We are renting our home. Other

If other, please explain. *

If renting, please provide the landlord’s name, address and telephone number. We require written consent stating that you are permitted to have a foster dog on the premises. Please include this consent with your competed application. *

Consent from landlord, if applicable. *

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ADR has a total restraint policy. Do you have a securely fenced yard? Is it dachshund proof? *

What type of fencing do you have? Please describe your fencing in terms of material and height. *

If you don't have a fence, are you willing to build a fence? *

Yes No

If you don't have a fence, are you willing to install an exercise run? *

Yes No

If you don't have a fence, are you willing to take your dog out on a leash at all times? *

Yes No

How many adults are there in your home? *

Please tell us the names and ages of the people living in your home. *

Is everyone living in your home agreeable to having a foster dog? *

Yes No

Do other children visit your home? *

Yes No Sometimes

How would you describe the activity level of your household? e.g., quiet, structured, busy, hectic, etc. *

What are the working hours of the adults in the household? *

Who would care for the foster dog when the adult(s) are not home? *

If there is a child under 12 years of age, would you provide constant supervision of the child/dog and never leave them unattended together? *

Yes No Maybe

If you answered 'maybe' above, please explain. *

Does anyone in your home have allergies? Please describe. *

Dachshunds vary greatly in temperament, personality and activity level. Please keep this in mind as you fill out this section and provide us with as much information as possible and carefully consider your answers. Have you ever owned a Dachshund? *

Yes No A mixed Dachshund breed

What characteristics would you use to describe a Dachshund? *

What characteristics would you find desirable in a foster Dachshund? *

Would you accept a dog that is older? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that has been abused? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that is not reliable with children? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that has behavioural issues? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that is partly or not house trained? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that has a physical disability? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that has separation anxiety? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that exhibits fear aggression? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that is pregnant or whelping? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that has dominance issues? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that has a strong prey drive? *

Yes No

Would you accept a dog that is recovering from a medical condition? *

Yes No

How long would you expect your fostering term for any one dog to last? *

Would you be willing to foster the dog until a permanent home is found? *

Yes No

Many rescue Dachshunds have problems with fearfulness, fear aggression, separation anxiety and house training to name a few. Would you be willing to help retrain a dog following a specific behavioral remediation program that included support from a trained professional? *

Yes No

Have you ever house trained a puppy? *

Yes No

How would you approach house training a dog? Please explain in detail. *

What forms of discipline do you feel are appropriate for training or modifying behavior in a dog? *

Would you be willing to transport a foster dog to veterinarian appointments? *

Yes No

Comments or questions? Please feel free to include any information that you feel we should know about you, your family, or your experience with pets. Also include any concerns or questions you may have regarding fostering for our organization. *

Please provide us with at least two references in addition to your vet. We are looking for individuals who can provide us with information about your suitability as a foster home. Please provide full name, telephone number(s) and relationship for all references. Reference #1 *

By signing this document I understand that the Alberta Dachshund Rescue will be responsible for any medical, training or other approved expenses associated with the foster animal in my care. Note: If injuries or medical treatment is required as a result of negligence on the part of the foster home, the foster home will be held responsible for covering the costs of treatment. I also understand that by signing this form, I agree to release and covenant to hold harmless ADR, and it’s members from any claims, damages, costs, or actions incurred as a result of the foster animal. I will notify ADR immediately should the foster animal become lost, stolen, ill, or die. I agree to contact my ADR representative at least once per week to update her/him on the condition and well-being of the foster animal. ADR strongly discourages training or behavior modification through physical violence of any sort. We will not condone nor tolerate hitting, ‘spanking’ or any other form of physical punishment. The foster home agrees to provide quality food for the foster animal. If requested, food costs will be covered by ADR with submitted receipts. Treats, toys, beds etc. are also the responsibility of the foster home at any time. ADR reserves the right to take the dog off the premises without warning. The Foster/ Representative understands that if accepting an animal into rescue as an agent of ADR, that animal becomes the legal property of ADR regardless. Any pulling, approved vetting fees, or adoption fees paid for out of pocket have been done so as an agent of ADR and does not entitle the Foster/ Representative to ownership of said animal. These expenses will be reimbursed by ADR upon receipt of said animal. The foster home understands that ADR cannot predict the behavior of any animal in any situation. ADR will provide any relevant information on the animal's history. This information may or may not be a reliable indicator of how the animal will behave in a new environment; including your home. I certify that I am at least 21 years of age and that I will be solely responsible for the care and well-being of any dog that I foster for ADR. Any misrepresentation of the true facts in this application will invalidate the foster home agreement and will give ADR the right to immediately reclaim the dog. I certify that the information provided in this application to foster is true to the best of my knowledge as of the date of the application. I understand that clicking YES indicates my agreement. *

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