Open Your Home to a Foster Dog

Healing Hearts Sanctuary SoCal – Dog Foster Application

Thank you for opening your heart and home to dogs in need. Your compassion helps us rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome vulnerable dogs in our community. Once submitted, you will be contacted by email with additional information within 48 hours.

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Personal Information:

Full Legal Name (First, Last)*

I am over 18 years old*

Yes

No

Date of Birth*

MM slash DD slash YYYY

Address*

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Primary Phone*

Email Address*

General Availability*

Household & Home Information:

Do you*

Own

Rent your home?

If you rent, does your lease and landlord allow pets?*

Yes

No

How many people (including yourself) live in your household?*

Ages and relationships of household members:*

Ages and relationships of household members:*

Type of residence:*

House

Apartment

Condo

Other

Describe your yard*

Describe your fencing (height, material, fully enclosed?)*

Current Pets:

Please list all animals currently in your home (type, age, how long you’ve had them):*

Please list all animals currently in your home (type, age, how long you’ve had them):*

Are your current pets spayed or neutered?*

Yes

No

Are they up to date on vaccinations?*

Yes

No

Can you separate your foster dog from your personal pets for “decompression time”?*

Yes

No

Experience & Motivation:

Why do you want to foster a dog with Healing Hearts Sanctuary SoCal?*

What do you hope to contribute as a foster caregiver?*

Do you have experience caring for a dogs?*

Beginner

Some experience

Pro

Are you comfortable performing basic dog care tasks such as feeding, potty training, crate training, bathing, grooming, and exercise?*

Yes

No

Are you comfortable administering medication (oral, syringe, or injections) and changing bandages if needed?*

Yes

No

Are you comfortable fostering special needs dogs that may require additional care or patience?*

Yes

No

Are you willing and able to transport your foster dog to veterinary appointments, adoption events, or other required visits when needed?*

Yes

No

Do you have access to a reliable veterinarian or animal clinic in case of emergencies?*

Yes

No

If you must leave town unexpectedly, who would care for your foster dog?*

How long are you willing to foster an animal (for example, a few weeks, until adoption, or long-term)?*

References:

Name*

Relationship*

Phone*

Email*

Name*

Relationship*

Phone*

Email*

Acknowledgment:*

I certify that all the information I have provided is true and complete. I understand that fostering is a commitment of time and responsibility, and that Healing Hearts Sanctuary SoCal may verify any of the information provided.

Are you willing to undergo a background check?*

Yes

No

Signature:*

Date*

MM slash DD slash YYYY