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Foster Reference Form

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Foster References

What is the full name of the person for whom you are giving a reference? *

What is your name? *

What is your email address? *

This is so we can send you a copy of your responses.

What type of animal are they applying to foster? *

Cats Only

Dogs Only

Cats & Dogs

The answer to this question will be in the email you received with a link to this questionnaire.

How do you know the applicant and for how long? *

Do you have concerns about them fostering an animal? *

Do you feel they will follow instructions from Zoe’s for training and health issues? *

If they have kids do you feel they will supervise the children and the animals at all times and ensure appropriate interactions? *

If they have other pets, have you met their pet? Are they in good health and do you feel they would be accepting of a foster animal?

Do you feel they are on board with force free training? That means no being the alpha , no choke collars , prong collars , pinning, etc for dogs, and no spraying with water for cats. *

Do you feel like they will provide love and patience to the foster as these animals often come from different stressful situations and every thing is new to them? *

For dogs only, will they keep their foster dog inside or outside?

For cats only, do you believe they would keep their foster cat indoors only, or use a harness when they are outside?

Are the applicants familiar with behavioural issues? (Cats: Litterbox, scratching, peeing. Dogs: Lack of house training, jumping up, separation anxiety.) *

If they have other pets, what do they do with their pets when they have company? *

How knowledgeable are they about cats?

Cat trainer

More knowledgeable than average

About average

Familiar with cats but no specific knowledge

Not knowledgeable about cats

How knowledgeable are they about dogs?

Dog trainer

More knowledgeable than average

About Average

Familiar with dogs but no specific knowledge

Not knowledgeable about dogs

Is there anything else you would like us to know? *

If you are human, leave this field blank.

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