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Foster Contract

BPR Foster Contract

I AGREE to care and love ANY foster dog given to me by BPR as if it were my own.(Required)
I AGREE to provide the dog with exercise, basic obedience training, crate training and housetraining.(Required)
I AGREE to bring the dog to two (2) adoption events each month and will try and attend them all as we don’t have events all year. Mandatory events are listed and are MANDATORY.(Required)
I AGREE that while fostering for BPR I will not have foster dogs or cats from another rescue in my home as this can be a liability for all parties involved. Should this become an issue I will reach out to the BPR leadership immediately to discuss(Required)
I AGREE to be ON TIME to all events I have signed up for(Required)
I AGREE to log on to the BPR private group, volunteer and foster page and check periodically during the day. I will post pictures, new bios, ask questions and post all related information about my foster dog there. A member of the board of BPR will add you to the group when your foster contract is signed.(Required)
I AGREE to “like” our rescue page online at www.facebook.com/bullluvablepawsandchiwawasrescue so that I post about my foster dog and learn about upcoming events (events will be posted in the “events” section of our page)(Required)

Spay/Neuter Vaccinations

I UNDERSTAND that all dogs placed in foster care need to be spayed/neutered, rabies vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed or fecal exam given, heart worm tested and given prevention or heart worm treated and core vaccinated.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that if I receive an unaltered dog, BPR may request that I schedule an appointment with a designated BPR veterinarian and assist in transporting the dog to and from the appointment. If I cannot arrange to do the transport myself, I will post on our private BPR group page for assistance. Same with heart worm treatment, wellness exams and illness appointments.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that no dog CAN be adopted before being spayed or neutered. EXPENSES COVERED BY BPR(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that I may pick up my foster dog from the shelter. Vaccines, rabies, heart worm test, and microchip are almost always given at the shelter, for an extra cost. That cost will be paid by me and repaid back to me, via Venmo (please download the app), by Missy Redding. Request payment and send receipt to our private group page.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND all microchips will be listed in Bull luv able Paws Rescue groups name, address, and phone number. My name is only listed for pick up and said foster dog is not my personal property. Said foster dog is the ownership of Bull luv able Paws Rescue. (Address for chip 8627 Eustis Ave, Dallas, Tx 75218 Phone number: 817-793-2885)(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that all basic medical expenses for each foster dog that comes into my care will be covered by BPR, provided that an authorized BPR representative has approved the medical expenses, and the care is from a BPR designated veterinarian. I must download the Venmo app to be reimbursed by BPR.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that if I go to a vet of my choosing, I will be responsible for the vet bill, unless otherwise designated by a BPR officer.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that BPR will provide a collar, tags are issued by microchip company (usually from shelter) and rabies, and leash for each foster dog that comes into my care.(Required)
I understand BPR may be able to provide food on occasion. I will log on to our private group page for information.(Required)
BPR appreciates willingness to donate toward the dog’s general expenses, food, treats, bedding, toys, etc., and BPR will offer donated items, as available, for use by foster homes (Such general expenses, if paid for by a foster home and not By BPR, is tax deductible.) Crates can be lent to foster homes and returned to BPR when a foster dog is adopted, unless you intend to continue fostering.(Required)

Social Media and Photos

I AGREE to take photos of each foster dog that come into my care and post on BPR private group page or Facebook page, in order to keep networking of my foster dog current. I agree, if I would like to be an admin on our Facebook page, to do weekly posts of my foster dog, with new pictures and new bio information.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that I can and should also advertise my foster dog on my social media outlets, in local shops, with friends, at the local dog park, and anywhere else dogs can be advertised for adoption.(Required)

ADOPTION/TRANSFER/FOSTER TO ADOPTION

I UNDERSTAND that any potential adopter MUST be screened, interviewed and approved by an authorized BPR representative. I understand that my input will be appreciated and a part of the process, and that the final decision to place or not to place any particular dog with any particular potential adopter will be made by an Authorized BPR representative.(Required)
I AGREE to let BPR know if prospective adopters contact me directly by phone or email, and will send copies of any email inquiries to my BPR representative. If it is possible for a prospective adopter to visit my home to meet the animal, I will arrange that meeting and also conduct a home visit prior to letting my foster dog start a home trial.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND I am a foster parent for a BPR rescue dog. BPR will NOT grant adoption of any BPR foster dog to a foster parent before fulfilling foster requirements(Required)
I UNDERSTAND Foster parents MUST foster full time for the term of one year and or no less than 3 BPR foster dogs, before adoption of foster dog is acceptable(Required)
I UNDERSTAND If I feel my foster dog is the perfect fit for my family, and I would like to bypass the one year/3 dog rule, and I am unable to foster again, I will locate another friend/family member/approved foster to take on a BPR foster dog in my place(Required)
I UNDERSTAND As a foster parent for BPR, I will regularly solicit for new fosters to join our team(Required)

PROTOCOL WITH CHILDREN

I/we understand that the following protocol should be followed
I agree that I will not under any under any circumstances leave a child unattended with any dog(Required)
I agree children under the age of 13 will not walk the dog unless supervised by an adult(Required)
I agree to not leave bones around the house when children are present and be cautious and observant when children are eating and the dog is in the room(Required)
I agree that if there is a child in the household under the age of 5 the dog must be in a crate or separate room while the dog is eating or sleeping to prevent accidents(Required)
I agree that whenever a child is in the house with a dog, the child is at risk of being accidentally knocked over, scratched or bitten etc. Should you have ANY concerns or feel uncomfortable with a situation between the dog and a child contact a BPR Representative(Required)

CATS AND DOGS CO-EXISTING

I/we understand that even if this animal has been housed with cats in its foster home that BPR cannot guarantee the behavior with a new cat(s) will be the same. Please use caution when introducing a new dog to existing cats in the household and do the introduction slowly over a period of a few weeks, keeping the Dog on leash. If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact a BPR representative.(Required)

MULTIPLE DOG HOUSEHOLDS

I/We understand that the following protocol should be followed when bringing additional dogs into the house(Required)
I agree to not leave multiple dogs at home in the same room unattend(Required)
I agree to not feed the dogs in the same room and don’t leave toys and treats lying around the house(Required)
I UNDERSTAND the need for training may arise. We utilize several trainers around the metroplex. BPR will need to be notified of all training needs the behavior of the dog will be discussed further prior to any training being initiated. Should you chose to utilize a trainer at your expense BPR must approve prior to initiation.(Required)

GENERAL AGREEMENTS

I UNDERSTAND that the microchip ID tag must be worn on the dog’s collar at all times, because this is its link back to BPR. If the dog loses its tag, I agree to immediately contact BPR for a new one. When picking the dog up at the shelter, you must microchip the dog with BPR information. You can also go to Hollywood Feed and get a dog name tag and put your name and the rescue name on it. Hollywood Feed will do those for us for free.(Required)
I AGREE to keep my foster dog’s rabies tag on his collar.(Required)
I AGREE to keep each foster dog that comes into my care on a leash when outside my home or my own securely fenced yard.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE that no foster dog that comes into my care will be allowed to run or play off leash in a dog park or other open public area, until proper vaccinations are given, on heart worm and flea prevention, and you know your foster dog’s temperament.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE that I am responsible for the safety of each foster dog that comes into my care, for the safety of other dogs and people the dog comes into contact with.(Required)
I AGREE to immediately notify my BPR contact in the event of a missing or injured foster dog.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that if I decide to adopt a foster dog in my care, I must go through the adoption process, including paying the requested donation. (Donations are used to help cover costs to save and help more dogs so what we pay out will be what the expected payment to the rescue is)(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that if I need to return a dog to BPR’s care, for any reason, enough forewarning is necessary for BPR to locate a new foster home placement for the dog, and that this process may take two to four weeks or more, Depending on the dog and the number of other dogs in foster care. My foster dog will be kept safe until you can find a new foster home.(Required)
I AGREE that if I am giving up my foster dog because it is not the right fit, I don’t have time, things have changed in my life, etc. BPR will need an unlimited amount of time to find another foster home. While a new home is being searched for and, if you do not keep your foster dog, BPR will charge a portion of boarding costs to you, the foster (totaling $10.00 per day) or a $100.00 rehoming fee, whichever is deemed necessary at the time.(Required)
IS EVERYONE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD IN AGREEMENT THAT A FOSTER DOG CAN STAY AT YOUR HOME UNTIL HE OR SHE IS ADOPTED?(Required)
I UNDERSTAND that BPR retains the right to remove a foster dog from my care at any time.(Required)
I AGREE to give my foster dog monthly flea prevention at my own cost, unless we have donations to give(Required)
I AGREE to give my foster dog heart worm prevention each month, provided to me by BPR.(Required)
I AGREE to do routine home visits for potential adopters and also be available for meet and greets.(Required)
I understand that BPR recommends the use of a dog crate for confinement inside the house and requires the use of ID tags on the dog’s collar in accordance with Texas law. Being crate trained makes my foster dog more adoptable.(Required)
I understand that fostering a dog for BPR is not the same as adopting a dog, and that any fostered dog must be made available to Prospective Adoptive Owners referred by BPR for viewing for possible permanent Adoption. If I wish to adopt any fostered dog, I understand I must complete an Application and be responsible for the donation requested at the time of adoption. If I find a prospective adopter for my foster dog I will contact a BPR volunteer and I promise not to give the dog over to anyone until an adoption has been approved and an agreement has been signed.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND fostering a dog is a COMMITMENT. BPR representatives do not have time to find a new foster home for your foster dog because you have given up so please think carefully about this opportunity and make sure you are in a position to foster. This is a full time commitment UNTIL ADOPTED.(Required)
I UNDERSTAND I have a foster coordinator team for BPR, although our whole group is available to you at any time. Please refer to our private group page for foster coordinator’s contact information.(Required)

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

Rescue and Foster agree that the actual monetary damages sustained by Rescue in the event of a breach of this contract by Foster would be uncertain and difficult to ascertain. The sum of $2,500 would be reasonable compensation for such actual monetary damages and this amount would not be a penalty. Therefore, in the event that Foster breaches this agreement, then Foster will pay Rescue liquidated damages in the amount of $2,500 in addition to reasonable and necessary attorney’s fees’(Required)
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