Foster Home Application
Please do not submit this form if you are not serious in fostering a Cattle Dog or Cattle Dog mix and if you do not live in Arizona. Please understand that we are not able to support foster homes outside of Arizona at this time. Incomplete applications will not be processed or responded to.
All the fields denoted with a * are required to be answered and the form will not submit without them. Thanks!
Name *
Email *
Main Phone *
Secondary Phone *
Street Address *
City *
State *
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Zip Code *
What are you major cross streets?
Have you fostered before? *
Yes
No
If you have fostered before, please tell us about this experience (what group, what breed, how long, etc.)?
What age of dog are you looking to foster?
Puppy (8 weeks to 6 months)
Adolescent (6 months to 2 years)
Adult (2years to 8 years)
Senior (8 years plus)
What Gender are you looking to foster?
Male
Female
No Preference
Would you consider an Australian Cattle Dog mix or other Herding type dog?
Yes
No
Maybe
How many Adults live in the home? *
How many children live in the home? *
What are their ages?
Has everyone in the home agreed to foster a dog? *
Yes
No
If you answered No above, then please explain why?
Who will be the primary caregiver of the foster dog? *
Do you currently have pets? *
Yes
No
If you answered yes above, please list the (1)Name, (2) Sex, (3) Age and (4) Breed of every pet in your household.
Are your pets all current on their vaccinations? (Distemper-Parvo, Bordatella, Rabies) *
Yes
No
Are your pets altered (spayed or neutered)?
Yes
No
If your pets are not altered or not up-to-date on vaccines, please explain why:
Do you have a Dog Door? *
Yes
No
If you answered No above, please explain why.
Do you have a Pool? *
Yes
No
If you have a pool, is it fenced?
Yes
No
Do you own your Home?
Yes
No
If you do not own your home, can you provide us with a letter from your landlord saying dogs are allowed at the residence?
Yes
No
Maybe
What type of Residence do you live in? *
Single Family Home – Tract Home w/fenced back yard
Single Family Home – Tract Home w/no fenced back yard
Single Family Home with Land
Mobile Home in Park
Mobile Home/Modular with Land
Apartment/Condo/Townhome with Yard
Apartment/Condo/Townhome without Yard
Is the back yard completely enclosed/fenced? *
Yes
No
What type of fencing (chain link, no climb, block, wood) and approximately how tall? *
Would you consider fostering a special needs dog? *
Yes
No
Maybe, Would like to learn more
What types of Special Needs are you willing to consider for fostering (please check all that apply)?
Deaf
Blind
Hearing Impaired
Sight Impaired
Fear Aggressive
Dog-Dog Aggressive
Cat or Small Animal Aggressive
Not good with Children
In Need of Obedience Training
Dominance Issues
Medical Care Needed
Requires ongoing Prescription Meds or Vitamin Supplements
Has Seizures
Special Training Required
I'd like to learn more
How long will your foster dog be left alone during a typical day? *
Minimal-I Stay or Work From Home
0 Hours
1-3 Hours
3-6 Hours
6-9 Hours
9 Hours Plus
I work two Jobs
Where will your foster dog be kept while you are away? *
Inside Only – free run of house
Outside only no access to house
Inside/Outside with dog door
Crate
Outside Kennel or Run
Outside Cable or Chain
Laundry room or other small room
Garage access only
Free Roaming
Where will your foster dog sleep? *
Inside Only – free run of house
Outside only no access to house
Inside/Outside with dog door
Crate
Outside Kennel or Run
Outside Cable or Chain
Laundry room or other small room
Garage access only
Free Roaming
Are you familiar with Crate Training? *
Yes
No
I'd like to learn more
Are you willing to have a New Hope Cattle Dog representative/volunteer visit your home before fostering? *
Yes
No
If you answered No to having someone visit your home, please explain why not:
Are you willing to take your foster dog to Obedience Classes? *
Yes
No
Maybe
If opposed to taking your dog to Obedience Class, please explain:
Please tell us why you want to foster a New Hope Cattle Dog? *
Have you ever owned a Cattle Dog or Cattle Dog/Herding Breed mix? *
Yes
No
If you have owned a Cattle Dog or Cattle Dog mix, where are they now?
Can you commit a minimum of two weeks to fostering? *
Yes
No
Can you commit to teaching your foster dog basic commands, leash manners and house manners while he/she is in your care? *
Yes
No
Are you able to transport your foster dog to meet potential adopters and/or to vet appointments? *
Yes
No
Maybe
Are you able to attend events with your foster dog? *
Yes
No
Maybe
How do you transport your pets? *
I don't plan to transport
Open Bed of Truck
Free in Backseat
Crated in Vehicle
Tethered/Tied/Chained in Open Bed of Truck
Free in Enclosed Bed of Truck
Seat belted in vehicle
Are you looking to adopt in the future? *
Yes
No
Maybe
Please tell us what days and times work best to schedule a home check: *
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By pressing the submit button above, I am agreeing to the following statements:
* I have answered the questions truthfully and to the best of my ability.
* I understand that if I foster a dog, I am making a commitment to follow all requirements given to me by New Hope Cattle Dogs.
* I am 18 years or older.
* I understand that no Australian Cattle Dog/Heeler is fool proof with cats or kids because of their intensity, prey drive, mouthiness and activity level.
* I have done research on the breed and/or have previously owned the breed and I feel that this breed of dog would be a good fit for me and my family.
* I agree to let a representative of New Hope Cattle Dogs choose the dog that would best fit my home, family and lifestyle, as they are the ones that know the dogs and the breed the best.