Foster Application — May Hounds | Greyhound Rehoming Group

Foster Application Form

Name

First Name

Last Name

Home / Mobile Phone Number

Email Address

Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Age of Applicant

What type of neighbourhood do you live in?

CBD, rural, semi-rural, quiet residential etc.

Who lives in your household?

Will the dog have regular contact with children under 10 or the elderly?

If yes, state ages/age range and in what capacity.

What do your typical day/week look like?

Go to work 8 hours a day, retired, Stay at home parent - include that of all household/family members.

How long would the foster be alone without human company each day?

What other Pets do you have if any?

Age, Breed, Temperament

If you have other dogs, do they have any specific personality traits or behavioural issues?

eg. aggression, unsocial, dislike cats/other animals etc.

What experience do you have with dogs?

provide as much information as possible

Do you own your home or is it a rented property?

if rented, your landlords permission will be required

Is your property suitably fenced?

Greyhounds typically don't jump fences or dig under them; however, good fencing of at least 1.2 meters high is necessary to ensure the welfare of the dog. Please note that greyhounds don't need much space, so say, if only the back part of your section is fenced, that is more than sufficient.

What size is your outdoor space?

Do you have time to teach a foster greyhound about pet life and assist with any training and/or behavioral modification?

Have you ever been banned or have restrictions from keeping dogs or any other animals or own dogs classified as menacing or dangerous?

Will you be able to transport your foster to meet and greets, May Hounds promotional events and any veterinary appointments etc?

What is your reason for fostering a retired racer?

Have you done research on the breed, Do you know someone with one, I saw some at a rehoming event?

When will you be ready to foster?

How did you hear about May Hounds?

Any additional comments?

We look forward to helping you meet your new greyhound family member. Note; that sending in your application indicates you have read, and agree to the fostering conditions below

● The Greyhound will not be tethered, chained or tied up. The Greyhound it will be kept inside, or in a kennel, crate or in a suitably fenced safe section. ● The Greyhound will be kept on leash and muzzled at all times when off your property ● I understand that I have support from May Hounds, 24/7. ● The Greyhound will not be used for any anti-racing activity or anti-racing propaganda. ● I understand that the Greyhound is not a rescue, and will ensure it is not referred to as such by myself and members of my family. ● If my living circumstances change I will immediately inform May Hounds. ● I agree to return the dog to May Hounds should I no longer wish to remain the foster carer of the dog. ● I have read and understood the animal welfare act and code of welfare for dogs and am aware of local bylaws and regulations. PLEASE NOTE: May Hounds Charitable Trust takes no responsibility or liability for any damage or injury the dog may cause to property or persons. Whilst care is taken to gain as much information on the Greyhounds temperament prior to placing into foster, there may be issues. May Hounds reserves the right to refuse any applicant and will not enter any further correspondence on our decision. We reserve the right to uplift the Greyhound should any issues arise where the requirements of foster have not been adhered to or we feel the Greyhound is not being looked after properly. I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions. (This can be found under the Resources section on our website)

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