Foster Care Application Form

Thank you for offering your home (and your heart) to care for an animal in need.

Please provide as much detail as possible below. We ask a lot of questions, but it’s important that we know as much about you and your family as possible, so that we can match the animals who need help with the right home.

When you submit this form, you’ll be asked to provide photos of your property.

About Your Home & Family

What type of home do you live in? (required)

Is your yard securely fenced? (required)

YesNo

Describe the type of fencing around your yard, its height at the lowest point, whether it is secure and in good condition. (Minimum height required is 1.8m) (required)

How many people live in your home? (Total adults and children)

Are there any children living at home or visiting regularly?

YesNo

If Yes, what are their ages?

About Your Pets

In order to be a Foster Carer for RSPCA WA, you will need to email a copy of your pet’s most recent vaccination certificates after you submit this form. Alternately, you could provide your vet’s name and contact details.

Please complete the following section for each pet that you have.

Name of pet:

Type of animal, and breed:

Age:

This animal’s gender:

MaleFemale

Is your pet desexed?

YesNo - If your pet is not desexed, this may affect which animals you’re able to foster.

Are your pet’s vaccinations up to date?

YesNo - If your pet is not up to date with vaccinations, this may affect which animals you’re able to foster.

Please describe this pet’s personality:

Please provide the same information, as above, for all your other pets. Include name, type of animal, breed, age, personality, whether it is desexed or not, and whether its vaccinations are up to date.

About Your Foster Preferences

If you are interested in fostering a particular animal, please select them from the list below. If you’re not sure, select the first option.

CATS

What kind of cats are you interested in fostering? Please select all that apply. If you’re not interested in cats, please skip this section.

NeonatesKittens (up to 6 months old)Mother with kittensPregnant catAdult cats (up to 6 years old)Senior cats (over 6 years old)Any

DECLARATION

Please check these boxes to indicate your acceptance and understanding of the terms and conditions of being an RSPCA WA Foster Carer: (required)

I confirm that I have provided RSPCA WA with true and accurate information in my application.I understand that the RSPCA WA Foster Care Coordinator will review and approve my application at his/her discretion.I understand that foster animal/s in my care will remain the property of RSPCA WA for the duration of my commitment, but that ultimately I am responsible for their care, safety and well-being.I hold a current form of photo identification and can present it for inspection if required.I agree to RSPCA WA conducting a property check at my home if required.

Your privacy is important to us. By providing your details to RSPCA WA, you are agreeing to receive related communications from us. All personal information which you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Policy, which is available at www.rspcawa.org.au. You can opt out of receiving communications from RSPCA WA at any time by calling (08) 9209 9300 or emailing [email protected].