Foster Application
Foster homes are the backbone of our adoption group and are still badly needed. 18 Shades of Grey does not have a kennel so the number of foster homes limits us in our program as to how many Greyhounds we can help. This is truly an opportunity for you to save a life. Our foster home application has been designed to aid you and ESOG in determining whether fostering a retired racing greyhound is right for you and or your family!
ESOG will conduct a home visit prior to placing a foster greyhound into your home to review everything you need to know about fostering these wonderful dogs!
Applicant’s Name: ____________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ____________________ E-mail Address: _______________________________
Home Address: _______________________________________________________________
City: ____________________________________________State: _______Zip: ____________
Employer: ___________________________________________________________________
Work Phone: ___________________________ Working Hours: _________________________
Ok to Call At Work? ____Job Title: ________________________Number Years: ____________
Co-Applicant’s/Spouse’s Name: ___________________________________________________
Employer: _________________________________ Work Phone: ________________________
Job Title: ________________________________________________ Number Years: ________
Names & Ages* of Children: (*No families with children under 6 years old please.)
_____________________________________________________________________________
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Names & Ages of Children/Grandchildren that regularly visit? ____________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Are your children knowledgeable about pets? _________________________________________
Are there any family members unsteady on their feet or who have special needs using assistance such as a wheelchair or walker? _____________
If so, please describe____________________________________________________________
Are there other adults living in the home other than family members listed?
List names, ages & relationship: ___________________________________________________
How did you hear about fostering a Greyhound with ESOG? _____________________________________________________________________________
Why and how long have you considered fostering a retired racing Greyhound? _____________________________________________________________________________
Have you or your family ever seen or met a Greyhound? __________Where? _______________
Are all applicants & family members in total agreement with fostering a retired racing Greyhound?
Yes NO
What type of area do you live in? (Check) __Rural __City __Suburban __Other
What type home? (Check) __House __Condo __Townhouse __Apartment __Mobile Home
Do you Own or Rent? _______ How long have you been at your present address? __________
If renting, in an apartment, condo, or in homeowners association; do you have written permission for a large dog over 55 pounds? _____________ (Prior to fostering we will need oral & written verification from landlord/property manager)
Landlord/Property Manager Name: _______________________________________
Phone number:_______________
Are there interior stairs in your home? ________ Are there exterior stairs? ____________
Do you have a fenced yard? ________ What type fence? ____________
Fence Height at Lowest Point?____________
Are there fence alterations or repairs needed? _______ Are your gates padlocked? ___________
Approximate size of fenced yard? ________Grass area in yard? ________
All “Desert/Stone” Landscape? Yes NO
Do you have a dog door? Yes NO How large is it? ______________
Where and how will you exercise your foster Greyhound? _____________________________________________________________________________
Do you have an in ground swimming pool? Yes NO
Is there a lake, pond, river or body of water on or near your property? Yes NO
Current Pets
Please list the pets you are sharing your life with now:
Type/Breed: _____________________________________________________
Altered? Yes NO
Sex: ________
Size: _________________
Age: ___________
Personality (Check all that apply) __ Shy __Aggressive __Friendly __Dominant __Submissive
Vaccines current Yes NO
Kept Where? _____________________________________________________
Type/Breed: _____________________________________________________
Altered? Yes NO
Sex: ________
Size: _________________
Age: ___________
Personality (Check all that apply) __ Shy __Aggressive __Friendly __Dominant __Submissive
Vaccines current Yes NO
Kept Where? _____________________________________________________
Type/Breed: _____________________________________________________
Altered? Yes NO
Sex: ________
Size: _________________
Age: ___________
Personality (Check all that apply) __ Shy __Aggressive __Friendly __Dominant __Submissive
Vaccines current Yes NO
Kept Where? _____________________________________________________
Type/Breed: _____________________________________________________
Altered? Yes NO
Sex: ________
Size: _________________
Age: ___________
Personality (Check all that apply) __ Shy __Aggressive __Friendly __Dominant __Submissive
Vaccines current Yes NO
Kept Where? _____________________________________________________
Previous Pets
Type/Breed Altered
y/n? Size Kept Where Time owned What happened to pet & what age?
What type of collars or training devices do you now use or have used in the past?
(Check All That Apply): ___Buckle/Snap ___Choke Chain ___Prong Collar ___Martingale ___Harness ___Electronic Collar ___None/Other
On a scale of 1-5 (1=not very; 5= very), please numerically describe your dog knowledge: _____
Who will be responsible for care of your foster Greyhound? (Check One):
_____ Applicant / _____ Co-Applicant / _____ Children / _____ Other
Do you anticipate any major lifestyle changes in the next 12 months? (New baby, moving, major travel, retirement etc…)
Describe: _____________________________________________________________________
What is the activity level of your household?
(Check one) ____Quiet ____Moderately Active ____Active ____Very Active
What hours is an Adult home during the day? ________________________________________
Where will your foster dog be left when home alone & for how many hours each day? ____________________________________________________________________________
What arrangements would you make if your foster dog were alone long hours (more than 4-5 hours)? ______Midday Walk _______Doggy Door ______Other arrangements; describe_____________________________________________________________________
Where will your foster sleep at night? _______________________________________________
Where will your foster dog be allowed when someone is home? __________________________
Are there any rooms the foster not be allowed in? _____________________________________
What traits would you consider undesirable in a foster Greyhound? (Check all that apply)
___Aggression ___Barking ___Biting ___Chewing ___Destructiveness ___Digging
___Doesn’t Get Along With Other Pets ___Gets On Furniture ___Jumps On People
___Slow To Bond ___Shedding ___Shy/Spooky ___Snapping ___Too Rough With Children ___Unable to Housebreak ___Whiny/Needy Other:
Describe: ____________________________________________________________________
What activity level would you prefer? ____ low ___ medium ___ high
Check all traits that you would like in a foster Greyhound: ___Playful ___ Lapdog ___ Laid back
___ Outgoing ___ Good with children ___ Quiet ___ Affectionate ___ Gets along with cats & small pets ___ Watchdog Other: __________________________________________________
Please describe any unique or specific concerns you have about bringing a foster greyhound into your life: ______________________________________________________________________
Do you have a preference as to male or female? __________ If so, why? ___________________
The majority of greyhounds coming into this program are between the ages of 2 and 5. Would you consider a foster younger than 2 years old? ____________ Older than 5 years old? _______
Would you consider fostering a “special needs” greyhound? Yes NO
Approximately what date would you be ready to foster a greyhound? ______________________
Please provide us with your Vet's information:
Name: _______________________________________________________________________
Phone: __________________Address _____________________________________________
May we contact your Vet as a reference? ___ Yes ___ No
REF #1: Name of friend or relative we may contact for information, references, or in case of emergency:
________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________
Relationship: _______________ Home Address: _____________________________________
City: _______________________________State: ___________Zip: ______________________
REF #2: Name of friend or relative we may contact for information, references, or in case of emergency:
________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________
Relationship: _______________ Home Address: _____________________________________
City: _______________________________State: ___________Zip: ______________________
Please understand that ESOG is fully staffed by volunteers; most of whom have full-time jobs and families. A Foster Home Coordinator will be in touch with you as quickly as possible after your application is received. We thank you in advance for your patience.
18 Shades of Grey
FOSTER HOME REQUIREMENTS
As a ESOG Foster Home, I/We understand, promise and agree to the following provisions & requirements for fostering a greyhound.
I. All foster Greyhounds in this program are the sole property of 18 Shades of grey and shall be returned to ESOG upon request or if the foster parents are unable to care adequately for the foster dog.
II. ESOG will provide routine and emergency veterinary care through select veterinarians upon notification by the foster home. GREYHOUNDS MAY HAVE DEADLY REACTIONS TO MEDICATIONS, ANESTHESIA AND PROCEDURES WHICH DO NOT ADVERSELY AFFECT OTHER DOGS so a “Greyhound Knowledgeable” veterinarian must treat them. Foster dogs are not to be treated by unauthorized veterinarians, except in the case of extreme emergencies. Expenses resulting from unauthorized routine care will be foster parent’s financial responsibility.
III. Fostering of ESOG greyhounds are made with the explicit understanding & agreement by foster parents that the foster dog will be kept solely as an indoor companion pet treated as a valued family member & sharing the living area of the foster family’s residence. A greyhound cannot be and is not an “outdoor dog”. Foster home will provide foster dog with high-quality food; fresh water at all times; soft, comfy beds; lots of guidance, supervision, unlimited love, patience & affection.
IV. Foster parents agree to:
a) Keep foster dog leashed at all times when outside in any area not fully and securely fenced.
b) Never tie or chain foster dog to anything.
c) Never leave foster dog unsupervised with strangers, small children or other animals with which the foster is unfamiliar.
V. Will NOTIFY ESOG IMMEDIATELY by calling 409-767-1494 if foster dog ever becomes lost.
Congratulations! You are opening your life to an exciting adventure. We welcome you into the ESOG “family of volunteers” committed to finding responsible, loving homes for these deserving retired professional canine athletes! ESOG and your foster Greyhound’s future parents thank you for volunteering to open your home & heart to helping a retired racing Greyhound along its incredible journey to its “Forever Home.”
Applicant’s Name: _____________________________________________________________
Driver's License State, Number, Expiration: __________________________________________
Applicant’s Signature: ______________________________________Date: ________________
Co-Applicant’s/Spouse’s Name: __________________________________________________
Driver's License State, Number, Expiration: __________________________________________
Co-Applicant’s/Spouse’s Signature: ____________________________Date:________________
Or by e-mail:
eighteenshadesofgrey@hotmail.com
If you have any questions please call 409-767-1494 or 409-767-1493 and leave a message!