Foster

Fostering makes all the difference in an animal’s life.

The Verde Valley Humane Society needs foster homes for our animals that need that little extra help, as well as for those times when the shelter reaches full capacity.

Foster homes are essential and give the shelter the ability to open up their kennels for more animals in need. VVHS often requires foster homes for animals with special needs, including those:

Too young to be adopted

Recovering from a medical condition or a surgical procedure

Long-term shelter residents who need extra TLC and a break

Shy, scared and stressed in the shelter who need extra love and socialization

Seniors who tend to become depressed when confined to a shelter while a home helps them maintain good emotional and physical health

Every animal is unique and the time in a foster home varies depending on the needs of the animal. Some may only need a week or two, while others may need a few months.

When you choose to give from the heart and foster, you are saving lives. You provide the love and care, and VVHS provides everything else (food, bowls, bedding, toys, medications, crates, litter, vet services etc.), along with lots of support and gratitude.

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Interested in fostering?

Fill out the Foster Application below:

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Thank you for your interest in becoming a Verde Valley Humane Society (VVHS) Foster Parent. The Foster program exists to help animals that have already been surrendered for adoption.

I agree:

Foster animals are legally owned by the Verde Valley Humane Society.
I will immediately return the foster(s) to the Verde Valley Humane Society, if requested.
I will contact the Verde Valley Humane Society immediately if there is a change in the foster animal’s health status, if there are behavior issues or if you determine you are no longer able to successfully foster the animal for any reason.
I will comply with all follow-up appointments for vaccines and exams by bringing the foster(s) to the Verde Valley Humane Society as required.
It is my responsibility to ensure that my own pets are always current on their vaccinations. This includes the Bordetella vaccine within the last six months for dogs.
To provide food, water, shelter and humane treatment for my foster(s) at all times.
I am comfortable giving and will administer all medication to my foster and, if I’m unable, I will contact the Verde Valley Humane Society for assistance and guidance. Otherwise, I will not foster an animal requiring home medical treatment and/or care.
I will prevent the foster(s) from running at large. Dogs must be on a leash or kept in an enclosed area; cats must be kept indoors.
I am aware of any restrictions in place for my residence and am permitted / have received permission to foster.
I will attend a mandatory foster orientation prior to fostering any animal.

I understand:

Medicine will be provided for sick animals.
Kitten and puppy milk replacement formula will be provided for orphans without a mom.
Additional supplies for fostering will be provided, if available.
Foster needs may range from a few days to several months, depending on the situation.
A VVHS representative will discuss the time commitment expected for each foster so that I’m aware of the expectations. I also understand that it may be possible to split longer time commitments with another foster to at least assist in some way within my capacity.
Some animals may not survive or may have to be humanely euthanized if they become seriously ill or display a dangerous temperament as this presents a danger to the public and other animals.
Anyone interested in adopting my foster animal(s), including myself, must go through the standard adoption process.
After I submit this application, I will be contacted by the volunteer coordinator to schedule the required foster orientation.

I have read and agree to the above terms.(Required)

Yes

Foster Parent Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Phone Number(Required)

Alternative Phone Number

Email(Required)

Who can we contact if we are unable to reach you?(Required)

First Last

Their address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Their phone number(Required)

Foster Experience

Have you ever fostered animals before?(Required)

Yes, for the Verde Valley Humane Society

Yes, for another organization (please specify

Please specify what organization:(Required)

Describe the living situation of your foster home

Type of residence(Required)

Apartment

Condo/Duplex/Townhouse

Home

Other (please specify)

Please specify(Required)

Residence Ownership(Required)

Rent

Own

Do you have a fenced yard?(Required)

Yes

Please specify as to fence type, height, etc.)(Required)

If you have pets of your own, do you have an area inside of your residence to separate the foster(s) from you pets?

Yes (please explain)

Please explain(Required)

How many adults (18 years old or older) live at your residence?(Required)

How many children (under the age of 18) live at your residence?(Required)

If yes, what are their ages?

Tell us about all other pets that live at your residence (species, breed, age, etc.)(Required)

Are all of your pets spayed or neutered?(Required)

Yes

No (please explain)

Please explain(Required)

Foster Preferences

Tell us about who you’re willing to foster (check all that apply).(Required)

Dogs

Cats

Other (please specify)

Please specify(Required)

Special Types of Dogs:(Required)

Pregnant mama-to-be Mama with nursing babies

Bottle babies (require feeding as often as every two hours 24/7)

Underage/orphaned babies that can feed themselves

Ill/Injured

Socialization needs (these may be shorter foster periods such as day trips out of the shelter or sleep overs)

Behavioral issues (please explain any previous experience with behavioral problems)

Please explain any previous experience with behavioral problems(Required)

Special Types of Cats:(Required)

Pregnant mama-to-be Mama with nursing babies

Bottle babies (require feeding as often as every two hours 24/7)

Underage/orphaned babies that can feed themselves

Ill/Injured

Socialization needs (these may be shorter foster periods such as day trips out of the shelter or sleep overs)

Behavioral issues (please explain any previous experience with behavioral problems)

Please explain any previous experience with behavioral problems(Required)

Do you have any residence restrictions regarding dog breed types or size (e.g., a restriction imposed by a landlord, rental management company, etc.)(Required)

Yes

Please specify restricted breeds and / or weight(Required)

What size dogs are you comfortable fostering / permitted to foster (check all that apply)(Required)

Small (Less than 10 pounds)

Medium (11 - 40 pounds)

Large (41 - 80 pounds)

Extra Large (81 pounds or more

I certify that the information contained in this foster application is true. I understand that giving false information may result in denying me the opportunity to foster. This foster application is the property of Verde Valley Humane Society and submitting it doesn’t guarantee a foster as that is dependent on the animals VVHS identifies for this program. My adoption application will be kept on file for one year from the date of submission.(Required)

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Foster

Too young to be adopted

Recovering from a medical condition or a surgical procedure

Long-term shelter residents who need extra TLC and a break

Shy, scared and stressed in the shelter who need extra love and socialization

Seniors who tend to become depressed when confined to a shelter while a home helps them maintain good emotional and physical health

Interested in fostering?

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Verde Valley Humane Society (VVHS) Foster Parent. The Foster program exists to help animals that have already been surrendered for adoption.

Foster Parent Information

Foster Experience

Describe the living situation of your foster home

Foster Preferences

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