Foster Application

We ask that you review the Foster FAQ’s prior to submitting your application. It is important that you understand GRRAND’s foster process and requirements, some of which may impact the suitability of your application (geographic areas served by GRRAND, fencing requirements, etc.).

If fostering sounds like the niche for you, fill out the online application below or complete the printable Foster Application and submit it by postal mail. Prior to fostering one of GRRAND’s dogs you will be required to complete and submit the GRRAND Foster Agreement Form.

GRRAND Rescue Status and Temporary Application Process

GRRAND is making several changes to the adoption/foster process in order to protect our volunteers, applicants and their families. Below is a description of our changed application process but please keep in mind that our world is in a fluctuating state right now and we must be vigilant about protecting you. That means there may be changes to our changes! Please be patient with us as we navigate through these difficult times. Our goal is to continue rescuing dogs in need because for many it may mean life or death to them.

GRRAND’s application for fostering or adopting is still the same. Click on Adopt or Foster to submit your application.

Home visits will be adjusted until further notice in order to protect you and our volunteers. Once your application is received our volunteer will contact you

Before the virtual “in-home” visit, our GRRAND volunteer will come to your home to check your fencing. You need not come outside or even be at home for this visit. The volunteer will also leave an adoption packet that will be reviewed during the the upcoming virtual meeting.
The “in-home” visit will be conducted via Face Time. During that Face Time meeting our GRRAND volunteer will review the information that is typically presented during an in-person meeting. If you do not have access to Face Time, we will postpone the home visit until it is safe to meet in person.
If you have a child under the age of 10-years we ask that you submit your application, but we are postponing home visits for the next several weeks. We will contact you once it’s safe to conduct the visit in your home.

Thank you for your patience with these changes. Our thoughts focus on safety first for you and our volunteer team.

Privacy Statement – It is GRRAND’s policy to maintain confidentiality over your information. We will not sell, rent or give your information to any other company or organization.

Foster Application

Instructions

A response to each question on this application is required. If you omit a question, the application will not be processed when you select “submit.” In this case, browse through the application and look for the highlighted errors, make your corrections and then re-submit.

Name *

Address *

All fields are required

Country

City

State

Zip code

Phone *

Email *

Have you previously fostered for GRRAND or adopted a GRRAND dog? *

Year of previous foster or adoption *

Name of previously fostered or adopted pet *

Employment status *

Your foster dog may need time to adjust to its new home *

Rescued Golden Retrievers may have been in neglectful and/or abusive situations, and therefore may experience difficulty making the transition to a new home.

I understand patience is necessary as my foster dog adjusts to its new home

List all household members and corresponding ages *

What are your current living arrangements? *

Do you rent or own? *

Does your rental lease, covenant or Homeowners Association allow pets?

Homeowners Association / Landlord Phone *

Will your dog have any contact with children under the age of 10? *

Includes grandchildren, neighbors, etc.

Please list ages of the children and frequency of contact *

Typical weekly work schedule

Example: M-F 8:30 - 5:00

Typical weekly school schedule

Example: M-F 8:30 - 5:00

Interests *

What interests/hobbies do you enjoy?

Will your foster dog be kept inside or outside? *

Dog location during the day *

Dog location during the night *

Dog location while you are away *

Dog location while you are on vacation *

Will your dog be periodically left alone without human interaction? *

Please describe the times the dog will be left alone *

Examples: Work, school, church, etc.

Do you plan to exercise your dog on a regular basis? *

Please describe in detail how you plan to exercise your dog. *

Do you have a gender preference? *

Do you have an age preference? *

What activity level would you desire for your dog? *

Do you have a specific dog in mind from GRRAND's website? *

Specific GRRAND dog I am interested in

Do you have an interest in fostering a special needs dog? *

A dog with a medical condition, or that is paired with another dog and cannot be separated

Do you have a fenced yard? *

Please respond "Yes" if you have any type of fence that will restrict a dog to your property, INCLUDING UNDERGROUND fencing.

Type of fence *

Fence Height *

Was the underground fence self-installed or professionally installed? *

Underground fence company name *

Underground fence company phone *

Is this your first experience fostering a dog? *

Do you currently own any other pets? *

Current pets *

Please identify the breed, age, and name of each pet

Are your current pets fully vaccinated? *

Are your current pets spayed or neutered? *

Dog history *

In the past 6 years, how many dogs have you owned that you no longer have?

Cat history *

In the past 6 years, how many cats have you owned that you no longer have?

Pet history detail *

Please describe these dogs and/or cats, and explain what happened to them.

Have you ever used a veterinary clinic for your past or present pets? *

Yes

If you answered "Yes" to this question, enter all requested veterinary clinic information for your current dog or cat. We cannot process your application without this information. If you don't have a pet, enter the information for your previous dog or cat. Do not list the name of a vet that you plan to use in the future.

Name of veterinary clinic

Clinic address

All fields are required

Country

City

State

Zip code

Clinic phone number

The name under which your vet account is listed

References

List three references along with area code and phone numbers. Your application cannot be processed until we have made contact with your references. In order to expedite the processing of your application, please provide references who can be easily reached and who have been informed that they will be receiving a call from GRRAND volunteers on your behalf. NOTE: You may NOT use your veterinarian or anyone else living in your residence as a reference. In addition, only one reference may be a relative.

Reference #1 name *

Reference #1 Relationship *

Describe the person's relationship to you (friend, coworker, dog-sitter, neighbor, relative, etc.)

Reference #1 phone *

Can Reference #1 accept text messages at this number? *

What is the best time of day to contact reference #1?

Anytime

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Reference #2 name *

Reference #2 Relationship *

Describe the person's relationship to you (friend, coworker, dog-sitter, neighbor, relative, etc.)

Reference #2 phone *

Can Reference #2 accept text messages at this number? *

What is the best time of day to reach reference#2?

Anytime

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Reference #3 Name *

Reference #3 Relationship *

Describe the person's relationship to you (friend, coworker, dog-sitter, neighbor, relative, etc.)

Reference #3 phone *

Can Reference #3 accept text messages at this number? *

What is the best time of day to contact reference #3?

Anytime

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Final Comments

Please tell us why your home would be good for an adopted Golden. It would also be helpful to know how you learned about GRRAND.

Agreement *

I hereby affirm, acknowledge, warrant and represent that ALL information contained in this agreement is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Captcha *

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Foster Application