Foster Application Contact Getting StartedThank you for your interest in fostering for Free Korean Dogs! To get started, please fill out the following foster application. We want the best for our dogs. So our foster application process is very similar to the process we use for adoption. However, we will cover all equipment and other expenses related to the dog’s care. We respect your privacy and will not share your details outside the organization.PrerequisitesBefore you continue your application, please carefully review the following information (link opens in a new tab): Safety Equipment Protocol Foster Care Provider Manual We are currently accepting applications from the following locations: Canada: Greater Toronto Area, including surrounding cities and towns; Greater Vancouver Area, including surrounding cities and towns. USA: Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles. South Korea Please confirm that you meet our application prerequisites:Location Prerequisite I live in or near one of the supported locations.Citizenship Prerequisite I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, the United States, or South Korea.Age Prerequisite I am older than 24 years.Child Prerequisite There are no children under 9 years old in my household.Information Prerequisite I have read the adoption information, including the safety equipment protocol.PreviousNextPersonal InformationFirst NameLast NameEmailPhoneStreet AddressUnit NumberCityProvince/StatePostal or Zip CodeCountrySelect CountryCanadaSouth KoreaUnited States (US)AgeyearsOccupationDo you live with a spouse or common law partner? Yes NoPartner’s First NamePartner’s Last NamePartner’s EmailPartner’s PhoneAdditional Personal InformationPreviousNextHousehold InformationIn what type of home do you live? House Apartment Condo Mobile Home OtherPlease describe your homeDo you own or rent your home? Own RentDo you have your landlord’s consent to bring a dog into your home? Yes NoDo you have a fenced in and completely secure yard? Yes No Household Members First Name Current Age Occupation Relationship Please include ALL household members. Click the + sign to add more members.Do all members of the household consent to fostering? Yes NoDoes anyone in your home have pet-related allergies? Yes NoHow soon are you able to bring this dog home?Choose a date on or after which you are able to receive your dog.Why did you choose this specific date?PreviousNextGeneral InformationHow did you hear about Free Korean Dogs? Petfinder Social Media Google Search OtherPlease specifyHow would you rate your experience with dogs? Novice – No or very limited interaction with dogs Familiar – Took care of dogs for friends or family Knowledgeable – Raised dogs in a family setting Proficient – Experience as primary caregiver for a dog Expert – Adopted, fostered or worked with rescue dogsSummarize the schedule for an average work/school day in your household?On a typical day, how many hours would your dog be left alone at home?How will you address your dog’s potty and socialization needs while you’re away?How do you feel about crate training, and do you plan to crate-train your dog? I believe in crate training and will continue to crate my dogs. Crates help with issues like anxiety by offering a calming space. I prefer to let my dog run free indoors instead of using a crate. I’m unsure about crate training; it might depend on the dog.Check all that apply.How do you feel about off-leash training, and will you train your dog for it? I prefer to let my dog run off-leash whenever possible. With proper recall training, off-leash can be safe. My dogs are only off-leash in fenced areas, like dog parks. It should be based on the dog’s individual temperament.How do you approach annual vet check-ups and keeping vaccinations current? All my pets are currently up to date. I plan to maintain regular wellness checks and updated vaccinations. I visit the vet as needed; my pets are generally healthy and don’t see the vet yearly. OtherPlease specifyWhat size dog are you able to foster? Small (8-15lbs) Medium (16-35lbs) Large (36~50lbs)Check all that apply.How long are you able to commit to fostering? 2-4 weeks 1-3 months 3-6 monthsWhich rescue dog behaviours do you feel unequipped to manage? House training and potty accidents Chewing on furniture or personal items Excessive barking Conflicts with other pets Separation anxiety Aggression stemming from fear, including biting None, I’m okay with all behaviourCheck all that apply.PreviousNextHousehold Pet InformationDo you currently have pets in your home? Yes NoPlease provide the details of each household pet. Use the + sign to add more pets. Household Pet Information Species Breed Name Age DogCatOther Have all of your household pets received the following treatments? Spay/Neuter Vaccination/Titer Test Stool Test Flea & Tick PreventionCheck all that apply.For the treatments you did not check above, please explain why.Please describe the temperament of each pet in your household.Consider attributes such as energy level, sociability, dominance or submissiveness, and reactions to strangers.Have you used a veterinary clinic within the past 5 years? Yes NoWhen was your pet’s last vet wellness visit?Exact dates will be confirmed with the vet clinicVeterinary Clinic NameVeterinary Clinic PhonePreviousNextPersonal ReferencePlease provide the name and contact details of a personal reference. References cannot be family members, significant others, or anyone from your household.First NameLast NameRelationshipEmailPhonePreviousNextTerms and ConditionsTo submit your application, you must review and agree to all foster care terms and conditions. Please consider each item carefully before submitting your application. Note that “FKD” refers to Free Korean Dogs and/or Free Korean Dogs US. I understand that FKD retains legal ownership of the dog, and I am providing temporary custody. I recognize that FKD has the right to reclaim the dog at any time at its discretion. I am aware that FKD does not guarantee the dog’s temperament or future behaviour. I confirm that I am the sole foster provider for this dog. The dog will not be given, sold, or adopted by another party on a short or long-term basis. I understand that this agreement does not apply to a “foster-to-adopt” situation. If I wish to adopt my foster dog, I must submit a separate application and go through the full adoption process. I realize that being a foster care provider does not guarantee an approved adoption application. I confirm that I am familiar with the safety equipment protocol, and I agree to ensure compliance by everyone caring for the dog during the foster period. This includes ensuring that all safety equipment functions properly. I agree to get FKD’s approval for any expenses during the foster period before making a purchase. Expenses without prior approval, including vet visits, may not be reimbursed. I agree to seek FKD’s permission if I want to take the dog more than 20km from my home for activities such as visiting friends or family, camping, hiking, etc. I understand FKD may decline my request. If the dog becomes lost, I will immediately notify FKD and local animal control. I commit to the humane care of the dog, providing proper food, water, and medical attention. I will not harm or abuse the dog and will employ only positive training methods. I am fostering the dog for companionship, not as a guard dog. I will not confine the dog indoors, and I will always supervise the dog outdoors. The dog will not be left unattended with children under 9 or unfamiliar animals during the fostering period. I’ll provide regular updates about the dog, including photos and videos. I have read and agree to the Foster Care Terms and Conditions Previous Submit Application
