Looking for a way to help greyhounds but not quite ready to adopt? GEM is dependent entirely upon foster homes for the socialization, care and placement of our greyhounds .  Generally, fosters are in their foster homes from 2-6 weeks during which GEM pays for the necessary veterinary care as well as provides a stipend for food expenses. It's an excellent opportunity to learn about the breed if you're not a greyhound owner, to see what having an additional dog would be like if you are thinking of adopting, or just to help a greyhound find a home. Foster homes are provided with a book of guidelines and endless support from fellow GEM members. GEM can only have as many dogs available for adoption as there are open foster homes - every foster home is crucial to our greyhound adoption efforts. If you think you would like to volunteer as a foster home, the process is much like that which an adopter would experience.  Please complete the application below to apply as a foster home.

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Foster Home Application

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Date:
Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip, (County):
Home Telephone:
Business Telephone (s):
Your Email Address:
Best Time to Call at Home:
Best Time to Call at Work:
Occupation (s) / Employer (s) /  Time in position (s):
List names & ages of all children living in the home:  Please note:  You will be asked to read the book, "Child Proofing Your Dog" by Brian Kilcommons if you have you have young children.
List the names, ages & relationship of all other persons living in your home:
How did you hear about GreytHounds of Eastern Michigan:
Have you ever met a retired racing greyhound:
Why do you want to foster a retired racing greyhound:
Are you willing to spend the funds necessary to care for a foster greyhound?
Do you agree to keep this dog on good nutritionally balanced dog food:
         
Do you agree to administer Heart Worm preventative or other necessary medications and transport the dog for vet appointments as necessary?
         
What is the activity level of your household: 
How many hours per day will the greyhound be home alone?
Where will the greyhound stay when home alone:
Where will the greyhound sleep at night:
Do you have other pets and if so, what breed, sex, age, and spayed /  neutered:
Please list previously owned pets and what happened to them.  
Do you live in a:
         
Do you own or rent:
         
Do you have permission from the landlord or condo association to have a dog:
If required, will you provided written permission from the appropriate party:
Do you have a fenced yard:
         
           If Yes to Fence, please list type, size of yard and height:  
           (Please place N/A in this field if it does not apply)
Are you willing / able to provide on-leash walks?
Who will be the primary caretaker of the greyhound:
Veterinarian: (Please list name, complete address and telephone number)
May we contact your veterinarian as a reference:
On a scale of 1-5 (5 being the highest) How would you rate your knowledge of dog behavior:
Are you able to attend meet & greets or other events with your foster frequently?
Does your family anticipate any major lifestyle changes in the next year, please explain:
(Examples: retirement, moving, new jobs or schedule change)
What do you consider a valid reason for giving up a pet: (Please list other in comment area if more than one apply) )
 
Please explain: 
(Please place N/A in this filed if it does not apply)
Are all members of the household in total agreement with this decision to foster a greyhound?
If No, please explain:  
(Please place N/A in this field if it does not apply)
Please provide 2 personal references:
Reference #1 (name-address-telephone):
Reference #2 (name-address-telephone):
Occasionally, an older greyhound or special needs greyhound becomes available.  
Would you be willing to foster such a dog:
 Do you understand that this greyhound will not be house trained? (greyhounds are crate trained and must learn house manners) Are you willing to take the time and energy necessary to train this greyhound?
May we conduct a in home interview:
         

Fostering a greyhound is a commitment to provide the safest environment possible for the dog. To ensure the safety and health of the greyhound, the following "Foster Requirements" must be complied with explicitly. Please do not consider fostering if you will not be able to adhere to these requirements.

FOSTER HOME REQUIREMENTS

  1. It is vital to keep your foster greyhound on leash whenever it is outdoors, unless it is in a fenced-in area. NEVER "trust" it not to run away.
  2. You must keep a collar and GEM ID tag on the greyhound at all times.
  3. If your foster should become lost, you are REQUIRED to notify GEM immediately.
  4. GEM will schedule the following medical procedures for your foster: DHLPP, Rabies, Bortadella and Corona vaccinations, spay or neuter, Heart Worm test, teeth cleaning, polishing and any needed extractions, and worming. Your responsibilities will include transporting the foster for veterinary care whenever required.
  5. You agree to allow potential adoptive families to visit the greyhound in your home where the dog is most comfortable.
  6. You agree to participate in Meet & Greets with your foster dog, or make arrangements for the dog to attend with another volunteer so it can meet the public thus ensuring a better chance for it's adoption.

I / We have read and agree to abide by Foster Requirements. If I / We qualify and receive a foster greyhound from GEM, I / We will accept full responsibility for the greyhound.

I / We also understand that to complete the processing of this application, a representative of the adoption program will schedule a visit to our home to assist us in matching the needs of a greyhound with the needs of our household.  I/We understand that a foster dog is the property of GreytHounds of Eastern Michigan and if requested to we must surrender the dog immediately.

By submitting this application, I / We agree to such a scheduled visit and confirm that all members of the household will attend the home visit. I / We certify that all information provided on this application is true and correct.  I understand that I may be asked to sign a printed copy of this application before receiving a foster greyhound. 

 

This application will not be accepted unless completely filled out!   Thank You!