Volunteer

Drowzy Dawg Rescue is run entirely by volunteers. Whether you want to foster animals, help at events, transport rescues, or assist with social media — there is a place for you on our team.

All fields marked * are required.

To be considered as a foster, you must:

Be 21 years of age
Have identification showing your present address
Provide a copy of your driver's license or state ID
Have the knowledge and consent from your landlord

Completion of this application does not guarantee fostering of a Drowzy Dawg Rescue dog.

Prefer a printable form?

Download our fillable PDF foster application.

All fields marked * are required.

Applicant Information

Name of Applicant *

Age *

Address (city, state, zip) *

Contact Number *

Email *

How did you hear about us? *

Household Information

Adults over age 21 (including self) *

Ages of adults *

Children (under 21)

Ages of children

Does anyone in the household have allergies to dogs? *

If yes, who?

How long have you lived at this address? *

Type of home *

If other, please describe

Do you own, rent, or lease? *

If renting/leasing, are there pet restrictions?

If yes, what are they?

Landlord's name and phone number

If renting, we will contact your landlord to confirm fostering is acceptable. You will not be able to foster until we receive positive confirmation.

Please list all current pets

Who will be the primary caretaker of your foster dog(s)? *

Yard

Describe your yard *

Height of fence

Fence material

If other fence material, describe

Drowzy Dawg foster dogs and puppies must be supervised at all times when outdoors.

If you don't have a fenced yard, do you agree to keep your foster dog on a leash at all times when outside?

Experience with Dogs

How would you describe your level of experience with dogs? (check all that apply)

Never had a dogHad childhood pet dogHad one or more as an adultHave experience with powerful breedsHave experience working with on-going medical problems with a personal dogHave experience working at a boarding kennel/resort/pet sitting service etc.Have experience working in a veterinary hospitalI am a professional dog trainerHave previous foster/rescue experience

If you have foster/rescue experience, list name of rescue and describe your experience

Do you have experience with: (check all that apply)

Small dogsMedium dogsLarge dogs

List experience with specific breeds

Foster Preferences

What types of dogs are you interested in fostering? (check all that apply)

How many hours during the average day will this dog spend WITHOUT a human? *

Where will this dog be when someone is home? *

Where will this dog be when alone? *

Where will this dog sleep at night? *

What situations do you feel unprepared for? (check all that apply)

Size preference?

If yes, preferred size(s)

Breed preference?

If yes, preferred breed(s)

Age preference?

If yes, preferred age(s)

Please tell us anything else you would like us to know to help match you with the right foster dog

Veterinarian

Name of vet, location of clinic & phone number *

Personal References

Please provide two personal references.

Reference 1

Name *

Phone Number *

Address (city, state, zip) *

Reference 2

Name *

Phone Number *

Address (city, state, zip) *

Foster Care Agreement

Drowzy Dawg Rescue (DDR) determines the criteria for fostering, decides which animals are eligible for foster care, and appoints foster caregivers from a pre-approved list of trained providers. DDR will require you to complete a foster application, a Homeward Pet Foster Care Agreement, and attend a Dog Foster Orientation Class prior to being accepted as a foster parent. DDR foster care volunteers may always refuse any specific request for any reason.

You will be expected to keep the animal safe and secure, return it to DDR when requested to do so, and not promise the animal to anyone or imply that you have the authority to approve a potential adoption. DDR retains ownership of all animals placed in foster care and will make all decisions regarding the adoption and placement of the animals fostered.

DDR cannot accommodate people fulfilling court-ordered community service within the Foster Care Program. DDR does not accept into this program those convicted of violent crimes or crimes involving animal cruelty or neglect.

Unless otherwise arranged, the foster parent is responsible for providing all food, litter, bedding, and toys for the animal while it is in their care. The foster parent is responsible for transporting the animals to and from DDR for veterinary appointments, surgery, behavior evaluations, vaccinations, etc.

I have read and understand the statements above. I certify that all the information contained in this application is true and correct. I understand that although DDR takes reasonable care to screen animals for foster care placement, it makes no guarantees relating to the animals' health, behavior, or actions. I understand that I receive foster care animals at my own risk and acknowledge that DDR is not responsible for any property damage or personal injury suffered by me, members of my household, including my own animals, or any third parties during a foster placement.

Signature (type your full name to sign) *