Cat Foster Application

Please be sure to review our requirements before applying.

Thank you for your interest in fostering with us.

We are a foster-based organization with no shelter facility or paid foster staff. That means our foster homes are the heart of our operation. Our foster program is intense, hands-on, and focused on saving the most vulnerable cats and kittens – many of whom are sick, injured, or undersocialized. We rely heavily on fosters not only to care for animals but to help mentor and support new fosters. Fosters are expected to provide medical and social care, attend vet visits during business hours, and support each other through mentorship and teamwork. This is a rewarding but demanding role. Our goal is to invest our time and resources into those who are committed to the mission long-term.

If you are interested in fostering a cat, please fill out the cat foster application below.

Also, please make sure to read, download and print our Foster Guidelines. They contain helpful information for foster parents, and it is required that you read and understand them.

Please be sure to complete all fields. If you do not, your form won’t submit successfully. You will receive an automatic email reply when your form is successfully submitted.

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Foster Info

Name(Required)

First Last

Email(Required)

Cell Phone(Required)

Street Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Facebook-Associated Email (so we can invite you to the support group)

Facebook Name (if different than your legal name):

Are you active on Facebook and willing to check the foster support group daily for updates, placement needs, and important information?

Yes, I use Facebook daily and can check the group regularly

I use Facebook occasionally but will make an effort to check the group daily

I don’t use Facebook regularly (please note: this may limit your ability to foster with us)

What is your birthdate?(Required)

Are you 18 or older?(Required)

Yes

No. I’m under 18

If foster is a minor, parental or guardian approval and signature is required below.

Foster Home Conditions

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

Do you rent or own your home(Required)

Landlord Name(Required)

First Last

Landlord's Phone(Required)

Who will be the primary caregiver for the pet?(Required)

How many adults reside in your household?(Required)

How many children reside in your household? Boys, Girls, Ages?:(Required)

Is any household member allergic to pets?(Required)

Are you able to provide canned and dry food for your foster cat or kitten at your own expense? (We're able to save more lives if you can provide food for your foster cat. If you aren't able to, we can provide food upon request.)(Required)

Yes

Do you currently have pets in your home?(Required)

Yes

How many?(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 30.

What kinds (cats, dogs, rodents etc.)?(Required)

Are all of your pets current on their vaccinations?(Required)

Yes

Are all of your pets spayed or neutered?(Required)

Yes

What happened to any pets you no longer have?(Required)

What is your current veterinarian’s name, city and phone number?(Required)

Fostering Details

Our animals are often sick, injured, undersocialized, or in need of medical care. Are you prepared to care for animals in these conditions?(Required)

Yes

Not sure

Do you understand that foster animals may be contagious and must be kept strictly separate from your own pets?(Required)

Yes

ARR Fosters are *never required* to take on animals they are not comfortable with but we do ask that fosters commit to each foster animal they take in through adoption which may take several weeks or months. Are you prepared for that level of commitment?(Required)

Yes, I can commit to fostering animals until they are adopted

I can foster temporarily but not through adoption (not a good fit for our program)

I’m not sure

Bottle babies (kittens who require feeding every 3-4 hours) are optional, not required. Are you interested in learning how to care for them?(Required)

Yes, I’m interested and open to learning

No, I prefer not to bottle feed

Maybe later

While we do allow fosters to adopt their foster pets we do not support fostering with the goal of adoption (foster failure). Our limited resources are best used for fosters who plan to continue fostering after placement. Do you agree with this philosophy?(Required)

Yes, I understand and agree

No, I am primarily interested in adopting

I’m not sure

Vet visits are often on weekdays during business hours. Are you able to provide transportation during these times or arrange for someone who can?(Required)

Yes, I have flexible availability

I can make arrangements with help

No, I am only available evenings/weekends

What is your intended time commitment to fostering?(Required)

I’d like to foster repeatedly and long-term

I can foster a few times a year

I only want to foster once for the experience (not a good fit for our program)

I can foster temporarily until a set date (please explain)

Please Explain(Required)

Fostering with us may involve:

Administering medication multiple times daily
Supporting recovery from illness or surgery
Transporting to/from multiple vet appointments
Recordkeeping – You must keep records of medications given and keep track of all vet records while an animal is in your care.
Reviewing adoption applications, responding to all applications, and interviewing potential adopters

Are you prepared and willing to commit to this level of involvement?(Required)

Yes

I need more information

Do you have previous cat or kitten foster experience?(Required)

< 1 year

1-3 years

3+ years

Please describe your fostering experience(Required)

• Number and type of animals • Types of medical/social issues you’ve managed • List the names of other organizations you have fostered for

What types of animals are you comfortable fostering?(Required)

(Check all that apply)

Neonatal kittens (bottle babies)

Weaned kittens

Adult cats

Cats with medical issue

Undersocialized or feral kittens

Pregnant or nursing moms

Where will the pet be kept when you are home?(Required)

(e.g., spare bedroom, bathroom, isolated area)

Where will the pet be kept when you are away from home?(Required)

Where will the pet sleep?(Required)

Will this pet spend any time in the garage or basement or extended unsupervised time outdoors?(Required)

Yes

Please explain(Required)

Are all household members on board with fostering?(Required)

Yes

I live alone

When are you available to start fostering?(Required)

Why do you want to foster with us specifically?(Required)

What does a successful foster experience look like to you?(Required)

Are you willing to undergo an in-person home visit before approval?(Required)

(This is required by Colorado law.)

Yes

Agreements

I understand and agree that ARR foster cats and kittens must stay indoors at all times.(Required)

I will obtain ARR approval for obtaining veterinary care at a Pre-Approved Veterinary Clinic. ARR will be responsible for the cost of care ONLY at a Pre-Approved Veterinary Clinic or after arranging for a professional discount with other veterinary clinics.(Required)

The foster pet will not remain overnight in the care of anyone other than myself as the foster parent. I will notify ARR if I need temporary care for my foster pet.(Required)

In the event the pet becomes lost; I will immediately notify ARR.(Required)

I will immediately notify ARR of any change in contact information (address, phone number(s), or email address).(Required)

I authorize any individual or agency to release the pet back to ARR if the pet is found abandoned, running at large or is brought to a shelter facility for any reason. I understand that Rescue may not return Pet to my care if Pet became lost through a breach of this agreement.(Required)

Foster pets will not remain in cars unattended or unsupervised for extended periods of time, especially during cold or hot weather. Pets will be transported in secure crates to avoid potential injuries or escape from vehicles.(Required)

I will ensure compliance with all applicable local ordinances and state statutes regarding ownership of Pet. If I am charged with violating any such ordinance or statute while in possession of Pet, I understand that Rescue is not responsible for obtaining legal counsel for me or for paying any fines or penalties assessed.(Required)

I will not abuse or neglect the Pet or allow it to be abused or neglected. I authorize Rescue, at its sole discretion, to determine whether or not Pet has been abused or neglected while in my possession and to declare this agreement in breach and reclaim the pet.(Required)

I affirm that no member of my household has been convicted or charged with any animal welfare law violation such as hoarding, unsanitary conditions, neglect, cruelty, abandonment, etc. I affirm that no member of my household has been convicted or charged with any domestic battery or sex crime.(Required)

I acknowledge that the foster pet remains the property of ARR If I fail to return the foster pet to ARR after an approved adoptive home has been found, ARR will notify me by mail, return receipt requested, of the reclamation and ask that the pet be returned. The notice shall state clearly the circumstances under which ARR is acting and state a date when I may meet with agents of ARR to discuss the situation. After seven days from the posting of this notice, if I have not notified ARR, or have not accepted notice, legal action will be taken to retrieve the pet.(Required)

If I need to return the foster pet, I will contact ARR and keep the foster pet until ARR locates a new foster home, understanding that this can take anywhere from several days to several weeks to arrange.(Required)

I hereby release ARR, its Board of Directors, and volunteers, from any claim, cause of action, or liability for any injury or damage to self, persons, or property once the pet is in my foster care.(Required)

Any violation of the terms of this agreement shall be grounds for immediate termination of said agreement and the foster pet shall be immediately surrendered to ARR This agreement may be terminated with or without cause at the sole discretion of ARR(Required)

I agree not to hold Animal Rescue of the Rockies, its volunteers or board members responsible for any damages to persons, property, or other pets resulting from illness, scratches, bites, or any material damage.(Required)

I acknowledge and agree that animal bites or other injuries to humans and other animals do occur and that all animals can carry and transmit parasites, diseases, including zoonotic diseases that can be transferred from animals to humans. I understand that Rescue will not be responsible for the transmission or transfer of any disease or parasite to other animals or people in the household and no attempt will be made by me or anyone on my behalf to hold Rescue responsible.(Required)

I have completed this application truthfully, and I understand ARR's foster process.(Required)

General Release

I acknowledge that my services are provided strictly on a volunteer basis, without any pay or compensation of any kind, and without liability of any nature on behalf of Animal Rescue of the Rockies and that all services will be performed at my own risk. I recognize that when handling animals and performing other volunteer tasks there exists a risk of injury, including physical harm, caused by the animals. On behalf of myself, my heirs, personal representatives, and executors, I hereby release, discharge, indemnify and hold harmless Animal Rescue of the Rockies, its agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims, causes of action, or demands, of any nature or cause, including costs and attorney’s fees incurred in connection with the same, based on damages or injuries which may be incurred or sustained by me in any way connected with my services to Animal Rescue of the Rockies, including but not limited to animal bites, accidents, or injuries. I agree to specifically assume sole responsibility for, and agree to indemnify and hold Animal Rescue of the Rockies harmless from any and all loss and expenses (including legal fees) for any reason imposed upon Animal Rescue of the Rockies or any of its officers, directors, members, employees, representatives, agents, or assigns because of bodily injuries or death to any person or persons including Volunteer or those in the Volunteer’s household, or any damage to property and/or animals arising out of, or in consequence of, the placement of an animal howsoever such injuries, death or damage to property and/or animals may be caused, whether or not the same may have been caused, or may be alleged to have been caused, by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their directors, members, employees, representatives, agents, or assigns or any other person. I agree on behalf of myself, my heirs, personal representatives and executors to allow Animal Rescue of the Rockies to use any photographs or videos taken of me for use in public relations or marketing efforts.

Foster Sign and Date

I certify that the information entered on this applicant is true. Sign your name.(Required)

Today's Date(Required)

Release for Minors

By signing below, I, being the parent or legal guardian of the volunteer who is under the age of 18, hereby give my consent to allow my (son, daughter, ward) to perform volunteer services for the Animal Rescue of the Rockies. I fully understand and acknowledge that his/her services are to be performed subject to all the rules and regulations of Animal Rescue of the Rockies, that violations thereof shall be cause for immediate dismissal of all services, and that all services performed by my (son, daughter, ward) are strictly voluntary, without pay or compensation or any sort and without liability of any nature on behalf of Animal Rescue of the Rockies. I further acknowledge that all services are performed at his/her own risk. I am also aware that any person under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times while volunteering with Animal Rescue of the Rockies. On behalf of myself, my (son, daughter, ward), my heirs, my personal representatives or administrators, I hereby release, discharge, indemnify and hold harmless Animal Rescue of the Rockies, its agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims, causes of action, or demands, or any nature or cause, including costs and attorney’s fees incurred by Animal Rescue of the Rockies in connection with the same, based on damages or injuries which may be incurred or sustained by him/her in any way connected with his/her services for Animal Rescue of the Rockies, including but not limited to animal bites, accidents, or injuries. I agree on behalf of myself, my (son, daughter, ward), my heirs, my personal representatives or administrators, to allow Animal Rescue of the Rockies to use any photographs or videos taken of me or my (son, daughter, ward) for use in public relations or marketing efforts. I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the terms and conditions of the foregoing volunteer agreement and that I will comply with the same.

Parent or Guardian Info

Parent/Guardian Name(Required)

First Last

Parent/Guardian Email(Required)

Parent/Guardian Phone(Required)

Parent/Guardian Signature(Required)

Today's Date(Required)