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If you are unable to use this form, you may print it out, and send the completed application form to the address below.  Please do not leave any box empty.

In the interest of the rescued/retired greyhounds we place, part of the foster application procedure includes an application interview. The purpose of this interview is to be sure the new fosters are prepared to accept the moral, physical and minor financial responsibilities involved in fostering a greyhound through GreyHeart.

Due to the greyhound's calm nature and their need for a quiet environment, we generally don't place them in homes with children under the age of 5 or homes with more than 2 children under the age of 10.  Past experiences have shown us that adding a greyhound to either of these scenarios has a very low chance of success.

Your name:
Your email address:
Street address:
City, state, zip:
Home phone:
Business Phone
Occupation(s):
Are you applying to be a foster care provider?
Where and or how did you become aware of GreyHeart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption of Michigan?  
Please tell us which event or Meet N Greet where you were introduced to our group or if you chose other, please explain:
How long have you lived at this address?
How many people live in your household and their ages:
Why would you like to foster a greyhound?
Do you have other pets?  If so, what species, breed, sex, age and are they neutered?
Have you ever returned a pet to an animal shelter, pound, humane society? If so, please explain.
Who will be the primary caretaker of your foster greyhound?
Where will your foster greyhound stay when home alone?
How many hours a day will your foster greyhound be home alone?
Where will your foster greyhound sleep at night?
Are all of the adults in your household aware of this foster application and agree to it?
Do you have a fenced yard and if so, what type, size and height?
Have you read the required reading material: Adopting a Racing Greyhound by Cynthia Brannigan and Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies by Lee Livingood?
Are you willing and or able to provide on-leash walks with your foster greyhound frequently?
Describe the area in which you live: (i.e. city, suburban, country, high-traffic, etc)
May we conduct a home interview?
Please select your type of dwelling.
Do you own or rent your dwelling?
Do you have permission from the landlord or condo association to have a dog?
Please provide the name and telephone number of your landlord or condo association.
Please provide the name, complete address and telephone number of your veterinarian.
Please provide the names, complete addresses and telephone numbers of your personal references.
What is the activity level of your household?
What do you consider a valid reason for giving up a pet? (choose all that apply)
If you chose other, please explain.

Fostering a greyhound is a generous but serious commitment.    To ensure the safety and health of the greyhound, the following "Foster Application Requirements" must be complied with explicitly.  Please do not consider fostering  if you will not be able to meet this serious commitment or adhere to these requirements. 

 

  I agree to the responsibilities (listed below) with regards to providing a foster home for a rescued greyhound through GreyHeart.

Responsibilities:

-Provide a dog a safe and secure environment.

-Use a crate for the dog whenever left unattended.  GreyHeart will provide if necessary.

-If a crate is not to be used, it must be approved by the foster coordinator or a board member.

-Proper introduction of the dog to other animals.  Use of a muzzle and a meeting on neutral territory, front yard, etc.

-Fosters must use muzzles when appropriate.  For example: Outdoors with unattended dogs and indoors with unattended dogs and small animals.

-Provide transportation to and from the veterinarian of GreyHeart's choosing.  GreyHeart will try to make this as convenient as possible.

-GreyHeart provides all costs of vet fees, medication, etc. (not food)

-Administer heartworm preventative immediately after vetting as directed by the vet and provide three months supply of the preventative to the new family when your foster dog is adopted.

.-If any incidents or emergencies occur, it is the responsibility of the foster to contact a board member immediately.

-Fosters are required to obtain approval for emergency vet care from a board member.  Obviously, caution and good judgment must be exercised.

-GreyHeart agrees to pay up to 100% of all emergency vet care, providing all effort has been made to adhere to the above.

-Bring the dog to meet 'n greets in your area for the public to see.

-Allow potential adopters into your home to meet the dog.  Advance notice will be provided.

-We do not allow on the spot adoptions.  Without approval from the board a twenty-four hour waiting period is required.

-During the twenty-four hour period, no other applicants are to be introduced to the dog.

-Complete the necessary contract and security agreement when the adoptive family picks up the dog.  These documents and the adoption donation are to be forwarded to GreyHeart ASAP.

-Follow up with the adoptive family within two weeks of the adoption and again after 60 days.

-Maintain communication with the foster coordinator and advise of any issues that may arise.

 

Qualifications:

-Knowledgeable about the greyhound breed.

-One in-home interview if you have not adopted a dog through GreyHeart.

-Approval of the board.


 

 

 

 

I have read the above and agree to the terms and obligations.

This application will not be accepted unless completely filled out!

Please, leave no question box unanswered. 

If you receive an error message due to an inapplicable field that you have left blank, please type in N/A to satisfy the completion requirement.

Thank You!

You will be contacted regarding your application within five days upon receipt. Please allow extra time if using U.S. mail.

GreyHeart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption of Michigan
 

42432 Woodbridge Dr
Canton, MI 48188
 

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