Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of Houston

The attached form is used as an application and agreement to become a Foster for MSRH. If you have interest in fostering for MSRH, please complete the application / agreement and submit.  MSRH will be in contact with you shortly to further discuss your application and our foster needs at this time.  Thank you!

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Purpose of Fostering / General Responsibilities

1. The purpose of fostering is to allow a rescued dog to live in a home environment while awaiting permanent placement thus permitting the Foster Family to evaluate the animal for permanent placement and to work with the animal while in their care. A home environment is a lot less stressful than a boarding facility, and a lot less expensive for Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of Houston (MSRH). The additional exposure the animal gets from being treated as "one of the family" often speeds up any healing process and helps ensure that an appropriate adoption family is selected.
2. MSRH places high value on our Foster Families and we consider them to be an essential element in the welfare and placement of our rescues. We want the experience to be enjoyable and free of misunderstandings for all concerned.
3. The person(s) agreeing to foster for MSRH will abide by all rules as set forth below and will make no decisions or actions regarding the animal's veterinary care (including euthanasia) or placement without prior approval from Karen Coleman, Marilyn Malaney or Donna Paparazzo. In addition, Foster agrees to provide humane care and maintenance in accordance with all current state, county and municipal laws and ordinances while the rescue(s) reside with the Foster Family.
4. Yes, I understand the purpose of fostering and my role

New Field

1. Your Name(required)
2. Address(required)
3. Address Line 2 if needed
4. City(required)
5. State(required)
6. Zip Code(required)
7. Email Address(valid email required)
8. Phone Number (best contact number)(required)
9. Alternate Phone Number

The Agreement - Accept Or Decline Each Statement

1. 1) I will provide the rescue(s) with a fully fenced years or other humane means of exercise
2. Statement 1 Decline Accept (required)
3. 2) The rescue(s) will not be constantly kenneled or left outdoors unattended
4. Statement 2 Decline Accept (required)
5. 3) The rescue(s) will be treated as a household pet and member of the family and never be used for breeding or as an attack dog or exclusively as a guard dog.
6. Statement 3 Decline Accept (required)
7. 4) I will provide the rescue(s) with adequate food, water, shelter, affection, socialization, exercise and medical care as I would my own dogs.
8. Statement 4 Decline Accept (required)
9. 5) In the event of necessity, I will suggest any basic training or treatment necessary to the well-being of the rescue(s) to help increase its chance of being adopted.
10. Statement 5 Decline Accept (required)
11. 6) The rescue(s) will permanently reside at my address until adopted. There are certainly exceptions (e.g. vacations)
12. Statement 6 Decline Accept (required)
13. 7) If for some reason I cannot continue to foster rescue(s) I will immediately notify Donna Paparazzo at donna@msrh.org or Marilyn Malaney at marilyn@msrh.org
14. Statement 7 Decline Accept (required)
15. 8) Rescue(s) shall not be sold, abandoned, relinquished to a pound, shelter or other rescue group other than MSRH, transferred, or given to any individual, or to any retail or wholesale establishment for the purpose of sale or resale to the public, nor to any research institution where medical experimentation or other practices take place.
16. Statement 8 Decline Accept (required)
17. 9) I understand that MSRH and its representatives have very limited information regarding the temperament and habits of each and every rescue that comes in. To ensure proper placement, I will forward a current photo, initial update and vet visit record (when necessary) to Donna Paparazzo or Marilyn Malaney.
18. Statement 9 Decline Accept (required)
19. 10) I agree to take all reasonable precautions through the use of crates, leashes, supervision and common sense to ensure that rescue(s) do not run loose, become a nuisance, destroy property, injure or be injured by another animal or injure or be injured by any person or persons
20. Statement 10 Decline Accept (required)
21. 11) I understand that the rescue(s) remain the property of MSRH and can be removed from my foster care at any time and without any prior notice
22. Statement 11 Decline Accept (required)
23. 12) I understand that for MSRH to build and continue to maintain a good relationship with potential adopters I will need to be courteous, helpful, honest and to fully cooperate with accommodating the adoption process.
24. Statement 12 Decline Accept (required)
25. 13) I will provide a fair assessment of the rescue(s) interaction with the potential adopters and their impression of the likely success of such a placement. In addition, I also understand that I have the authority to decline an adoption for any reason deemed necessary. in the event of a decline, I will contact Donna Paparazzo or Marilyn Malaney immediately to explain.
26. Statement 13 Decline Accept (required)
27. 14) In the event of a medical emergency, I understand that I do not have the authority to contact an emergency veterinarian clinic directly. I will immediately contact Donna Paparazzo or Marilyn Malaney prior to making any veterinary care decisions.
28. Statement 14 Decline Accept (required)
29. 15) I understand that appearance is very important and I will groom, bathe and keep the rescue(s) presentable at all times. If needed, I can contact Donna Paparazzo or Marilyn Malaney to set up grooming or make arrangements for grooming.
30. Statement 15 Decline Accept (required)
31. 16) I agree to immediately submit copies of all medical records to Donna Paparazzo or Marilyn Malaney (e.g. shots, removal of sutures, heartworm treatment, etc)
32. Statement 16 Decline Accept (required)
33. 17) To aid in the adoption process, I will submit, in a timely manger, a picture and information suitable for a dog 'biography' to Rick Meidel at webmaster@msrh.org for inclusion on MSRH website.
34. Statement 17 Decline Accept (required)
35. In the event that I wish to permanently adopt the rescue(s), I agree to complete and submit an adoption application, adoption release form and I agree to pay for any and all related expenses including the adoption fee unless approved otherwise by Donna Paparazzo or Marilyn Malaney.

More About You And Your Home

1. How did you hear about MSRH?
2. Have you ever had a Schnauzer? No Yes
3. Do you have other pets? No Yes
4. Are your other animals spayed or neutered? No Yes
5. If 'No' to question above, please explain
6. Do you have children? No Yes
7. List name, age & relationship of each member of the household
8. Do you rent or own your home? Rent Own
9. If you rent, please provide landlord name & contact information
10. Do you have a fenced yard? No Yes
11. How large is the yard?
12. How high is the fence?
13. Have you checked the fence for escape routes? No Yes
14. If you live in apartment, how often will you walk the rescue(s)?
15. Where will the rescue(s) be kept during time alone?
16. Where will the rescue(s) sleep?
17. May MSRH visit you in your home to meet you, family & pets? No Yes
18. May we contact your veterinarian for a reference? No Yes
19. If 'Yes', please provide vet name and contact information
20. If 'No', please explain.

And Finally

1. I hereby acknowledge having read the terms of this agreement and hereby agree to abide by each of the rules of fostering as outlined above.
2. I Agree
3. Do you have any questions about fostering with MSRH.

 

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