Salem Friends of Felines · Foster Application

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About You and Your Home

Due to the medical needs and fragile health of kittens and some of the cats that enter our program, we ask that foster homes be within close proximity (15-minute drive) to our shelter and contracted veterinary clinics.

We take our commitment to the health and safety of our kitties seriously so we will not approve any homes for fostering if smoking takes place in the home.

Are you over 18?

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Foster parents must be over 18 years of age.

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Smoke Free Home

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I certify that smoking is not allowed in my home at any time.

My Home is not smoke Free - Please do Not Submit your application.

Since our time is limited, and we have volunteers perform these home inspections, please do not submit an application if your home will not pass our inspection as a 100% smoke free home.

Do you own or rent your home?

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Own

Rent

Renters MUST have landlord approval prior to having a home inspection. Some landlords require a pet deposit to be paid even if the animal is only a foster and will not live in the home forever. SFOF is not able to assist you with paying these deposits.

Landlord Approval

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Only renters are required to complete this section.

No, I do not have landlord approval yet, but I am working on getting it right now.

Yes, I have landlord approval already and can provide proof.

Designated Foster Space

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In order to make sure that the space set aside for foster use is appropriate, please upload pictures of the area that will be used.

Additional Photos

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Additional photos of designated foster space

About Who You'd Like to Foster

Please check which of the following you would like to foster:

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Adult Cats (age 1 year +)

Mother Cat & Kittens (may include pregnant cats)

Kittens (5 weeks old to 6 months)

Bottle Feed Kittens (1 day to 5 weeks old)

Sick or Injured Cat/Kittens

Special Needs/Long term Cat/Kittens

Number of cats/kittens you can foster at any given time:

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The Foster Coordinator will have the final decision on how many kitties your space can handle once the home inspection is completed.

Foster cats/kittens can be expected to stay in foster care from 2 days to several months. The shelter has limit space to house cats/kittens on site.

Are you willing to foster cats/kittens as long as it takes for them to be adopted, or for room to open up at the shelter?

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Yes, I will keep my fosters for as long as it takes

No, I can only keep my fosters for a short period of time

Fosters can be in your home for several months at a time, especially during kitten season. We do our best to get them into the shelter based on the length of time in care.

The most successful way for you to get your fosters adopted quickly, is to be active in helping at outreach adoption events and getting the word out about our adoption program.

Please check which of the following things you are experienced/trained to perform:

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Take a Cat/Kittens Temperature

Ear Cleaning

Nail Clipping

Care for a Critical Cat/Kitten

Give Oral Medications (liquid/pill)

Bottle Feed Kittens

Administer Vaccinations

Administer Subcutaneous Fluids

Draw Blood for Testing

Are you interested in learning any of the above skills?

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Who will be responsible for the care of our foster cats/kittens?

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How many adults live in your home?

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How many children live in your home?

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Ages of Children:

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List the number of current pets in your home:

Cat(s)

Small Dog(s)

Medium Dog(s)

Large Dog(s)

Bird(s)

Other:

Please list number and type

Are your pets spayed/neutered?

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As a rescue organization for homeless cats and kittens, we are dedicated to the message of the need for having all pets spayed and neutered. This is a message that all of our volunteers must support both verbally and by having their own pets spayed and neutered. Proof may be required.

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Are your pets current on their vaccinations?

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It is very important that your cats be up-to-date for their health and safety as well as that of the foster cat/kitten. Proof may be required.

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Are you able to supply everything that a foster or fosters will need for their stay in your home?

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SFoF will provide medical care, medication, food and litter. In the event that SFoF is out of food or litter, can you provide these for your fosters.

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A separate indoor living space is required for our cats/kittens. This space can be a spare bedroom or bathroom that your resident pets cannot get into. A garage is not acceptable, unless approved first. Rooms must be fully enclosed/finished (not under construction).

Where will our foster cats/kitten be kept in your home?

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Crates are nice confinement for occasional use, but not for the entire time a cat/kitten is in your home.

The foster program is to allow the cat/kitten to live in a true home environment and not be raised in a crate.

Crates are great for tiny kittens that are still learning, and for safety when no one is home or at night.

Where will our foster cats/kittens be kept when no one is home?

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How many hours a day will the cat/kittens be left alone?

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Transportation of cats/kittens is required. Do you have reliable transportation?

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Reliable transportation is a car owned by you, under your control and keeping. Motorcycles and public transportation are not considered reliable transportation. The Foster Coordinator may consider rides from family members or friends as reliable transportation. This will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Transportation will include trips to and from the SFOF Shelter, vet clinic visits and Adoption Outreach events.

Yes - I own a car

Yes - I have full access to a car owned by someone in my home

Yes - I have a friend/family member available 24x7 for an emergency or scheduled ride

No - I do not have any form of transportation

What date are you available to start?

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I certify that all information above is true and correct. I certify that I am at least 18 years of age. I certify that I am a homeowner, or that I do rent my home and can provide proof of landlord approval to have foster cats/kittens in my home. I understand that Salem Friends of Felines (SFOF) is not responsible for any property or personal damage, injuries or illness caused by any of their foster cats or kittens.

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Date Signed:

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