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  • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control Foster Application

    DO NOT FILL OUT THIS APPLICATION IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO ADOPT.
    If you want to adopt a pet, great and thank you! Go to 8315 Byrum Dr to adopt a pet; this includes meeting a foster parent's adoptable pet.

    This application is only meant to be filled out by people who want to give a shelter animal a break from the kennels, provide a safe and warm place for those with medical issues, or help a scared animal become more confident.

    IMPO​RTANT: ​You must read all of the Foster Guidelines ​before filling out this application.

    Any Charlotte area citizen, Animal Care & Control employee or volunteer may participate in the foster program after the fostering application is approved. You do not have to be a full AC&C volunteer to participate, so spread the word to your friends, family, and neighbors!

    AC&C will provide all medications, veterinary care, and pet food.  Crates and other supplies will be supplied if available. Please make sure to ask the foster coordinator for what you need!

    The foster coordinator will frequently send out emails of animals that need foster so you will be kept updated on who needs what.  Also, if you see an animal that you would like to foster that isn't on the foster emails sent out, please contact the foster coordinator.

  • Tell Us About You

  • Date of Birth*
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  • Which of these applies to you? *
  • What is your preferred contact method?*
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  • Information Available For Adopters

    Animals in foster care will be placed on the AC&C website for potential adopters to contact the foster parent for information and to schedule a time to meet the animal. What is the best contact information for them to reach you?
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Foster Animal Preferences

    These questions help us match you with the right foster opportunities!
  • Are you able to transport the animal to vet appointments, adoption events, or emergencies?*
  • Do you have experience with any of the following?*
  • What types of animals are you interested in fostering? (Check all that apply)*

  • Household Information

    To help us better match animals with foster pet parents, please tell us about your home environment. Please note that these questions will not determine your foster inquiry.
  • Do you have a fenced in yard?*
  • Do you have other animals in your household?*
  • What other animals/pets live in your household?*
  • Will you be able to keep the foster animals separate from your own if necessary?*
  • Please tell us about the people in your home.*

  • Animal(s) You Are Currently Fostering

  • Do you currently have any AC&C's foster animals in your care?*

  • Please enter the mom's details in the "Animal 1 Information" section below.

  • If you are reporting a litter ONLY with no mother or other animals,
    please leave the Animal 1 section EMPTY, and add the details of the litter kittens/puppies starting on the Animal 2 section.

  • Animal 1 Information

  • Are you currently fostering a second animal?

  • Animal 2 Information

  • Are you currently fostering a third animal?*

  • Animal 3 Information

  • Are you currently fostering a fourth animal?*

  • Animal 4 Information

  • Are you currently fostering a fifth animal?*

  • Animal 5 Information

  • Are you currently fostering more than 5 animals?*

  • Additional Animals

  • Agreement, Waiver & Release

  • Do you understand that some animals may not survive or may have to be euthanized per order of AC&C Veterinary staff?*
  • Do you understand that anyone interested in adopting your foster animals (including yourself) must go through the standard adoption process?*
  • I agree to immediately return to Animal Care & Control the animal(s) if I become incapable of caring for them to the best of my ability. I agree to administer medication, as needed and to return animals to Animal Care & Control for their veterinary appointment as set out in their care sheets. I agree that if I do not adhere to these guidelines that I will surrender the animal(s) back to Animal Care & Control.*

  • Please read and agree to the following terms and conditions for our foster program:

    • I acknowledge that the AC&C will provide me with a starter kit, food, toys, blankets, and medical treatments, including vaccinations for the fostered animal(s). Notwithstanding the foregoing, I agree to pay for any necessary supplies, including food and litter, needed for any fostered animal(s) in my care. No reimbursement will be provided by AC&C for any expenditure I incur.

    • I acknowledge that AC&C is not liable for any veterinary expenses of the foster animal(s) should the foster care provider seek veterinary treatment from any outside source other than AC&C. Such veterinary care is not authorized by the terms of this Agreement.

    • I agree to provide humane care, adequate shelter, and food to the foster animal(s) while in my care. I agree that I will be the primary caretaker of the fostered animal(s) and agree to ensure, and take full responsibility for, the health and well-being of the fostered animal(s).

    • I agree that my services as a foster care provider are given on a voluntary basis. There will be no pay or compensation of any kind given by AC&C.

    • I agree to keep the foster animal(s) at the property listed in my Application and agree not to transfer or move the foster animal(s) to any other location without the express written consent of the AC&C.

    • I agree to allow an AC&C staff member into my home to perform an inspection if any concerns or complaints arise.

    • I agree to comply with all state and local statutes, laws, ordinances, rules and regulations applicable to the keeping and care of animals.

    • I acknowledge and agree that AC&C retains full legal ownership of the fostered animal(s) and that the fostered animal(s) remain the property of AC&C.

    • I agree that the final disposition of any fostered animal(s) will be determined solely by AC&C. If AC&C requests the return of the animal(s), the animal(s) will be returned within twenty-four (24) hours.

    • I agree to comply with all requirements contained in the Foster Program Guidelines, hereby incorporated herein, and acknowledge having received and read a copy of said Guidelines. I agree to comply with all other instructions of AC&C, including, but not limited to, the Medical Care Schedule.

    • I understand that failure to comply with said Guidelines or instructions may result in revocation of approval to participate in the Program.

    • I agree that any other animal(s) in my home must meet the following requirements prior to foster animal(s) placement: Canines must be free of parasites and must be immunized against canine distemper, canine parvovirus, parainfluenza, hepatitis, bordetella, and rabies.

    • I agree that any other animal(s) in my home must meet the following requirements prior to foster animal(s) placement: Felines must be free of parasites and must be immunized against feline panleukopenia, rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, feline leukemia, and rabies.

    • I agree that any other animal(s) in my home must meet the following requirements prior to foster animal(s) placement: Any animal births resulting from fostering in my home will be the responsibility of the foster parent.

    • I agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of Charlotte, AC&C and any of their officers, officials, employees, or agents, from and against any and all losses, damages, costs, expenses including reasonable attorneys’ fees, obligations, duties, fines, penalties, interest charges or other liabilities including settlement amounts, paid or incurred as a result of any claims, demands, lawsuits, damages, actions, judgments or proceedings, which may occur to or be suffered by me, members of my household, or any third parties, by reason of activities arising out of this Agreement, including but not limited to, any liability caused by accident or other occurrence resulting in bodily injury, death, sickness or disease to any person(s) or damage or destruction to any property, real or personal, tangible or intangible.

    • I understand that although the AC&C takes reasonable care to screen animals for foster care placement, AC&C makes no guarantees, claims, representations, or warranties, either express or implied, as to the health, behavior, temperament or actions of any foster animal(s). I hereby assume all risk of injury to myself, members of my household or any third parties, other pets, or damage or destruction to any property, real or personal, tangible or intangible.

    • I affirm that the information provided in the Application and Agreement is true and correct. I understand that falsification of any information provided will result in revocation of approval to participate in the Program.
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  • By clicking the "submit" button below, I have answered the questions above truthfully and completely. I understand that although AC&C takes reasonable care to screen animals for foster care placement, it makes no guarantee relating to the animals’ health, behavior or actions. I understand that I receive foster care animals at my own risk. I indemnify and hold AC&C and the City of Charlotte free and harmless from all liability arising out of any and all claims, demands, losses, damages, action, judgment of every kind and description which may occur to or be suffered by me, members of my household, or any third parties by reason of activities arising out of this agreement.

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