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Become apart of our Foster Program 

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Foster Opportunities at Pyrs, Pits, and Pastures

 

Become a Foster Hero

Fostering a dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences for both you and the animal. By providing a temporary home, you give these animals the love and care they need while they wait for their forever families. Join us in making a difference one foster dog at a time.

Why Foster?

  • Save Lives: Every dog fostered opens up a space in our rescue for another dog in need.

  • Prepare for Adoption: Help dogs learn the skills they need to thrive in their forever homes.

  • Flexible Commitment: Foster as your schedule allows, whether it's short-term or long-term.

  • Rewarding Experience: Witness the transformation of a dog in need and be part of their journey to finding a loving home.

 

Who Can Foster?

Anyone with a love for animals and a commitment to their well-being can become a foster parent. Whether you have experience with dogs or are new to fostering, we provide the support and resources you need to succeed.

 

Foster Responsibilities

  • Provide a Safe Environment: Ensure your home is safe and secure for the foster dog.

  • Basic Care: Provide food, water, shelter, and daily exercise.

  • Socialization: Help the dog acclimate to home life, including basic training and socialization.

  • Transport: Bring the dog to vet appointments and adoption events as needed.

  • Communication: Keep us updated on the dog's progress, behavior, and any concerns.

 

How to Become a Foster Parent

  1. Complete an Application: Fill out our foster application form BELOW 

  2. Home Visit: We will schedule a home visit to ensure a safe environment for the foster dog.

  3. Orientation: Attend a foster orientation session to learn about the fostering process and meet our team.

  4. Get Matched: We will match you with a dog that fits your home and lifestyle.

  5. Start Fostering: Welcome your foster dog into your home and provide them with the love and care they need.

 

Support and Resources

As a foster parent, you will receive:

  • Supplies: Food, crate, bedding, and any necessary medications.

  • Training: Guidance on basic training and behavior support.

  • Veterinary Care: Coverage for all approved veterinary expenses.

  • 24/7 Support: Our team is always available to assist you with any questions or concerns.

 

Foster Success Stories

“Fostering with Pyrs, Pits, and Pastures has been an incredibly fulfilling experience. Seeing the transformation of these dogs and knowing I played a part in their journey to a better life is priceless.” – Lisa, Foster Parent

“The support from the team at Pyrs, Pits, and Pastures made fostering easy and enjoyable. I’ve fostered several dogs, and each one has brought so much joy to my life.” – Beth, Foster Parent

 

Contact Us

For more information about fostering, please contact us at:

Thank you for considering fostering with Pyrs, Pits, and Pastures. Your dedication helps save lives and gives these dogs a second chance at finding a loving home.

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Thank You So Much For Your Interest In Becoming A Pyrs Pits & Pastures Foster. We Are On A Mission To Find Each Of Our Rescue Dogs Their Fur-ever Home....And We Cannot Do It Without Our Fosters!

Birthday
Are you over the age of 21? (Yes/No)
Yes
No
Have you ever fostered an animal before?
Have you ever been convicted of animal cruelty?
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
Yes
No
Do you give Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary permission to contact your employer?
Yes
No
Do you have reliable transportation?
Yes I have a car
Not at this time
I rely on public transportation
Do you own or rent?
Own
Rent
If renting, do you have permission from your landlord to foster animals?
Yes
No
Do you have a fenced yard?
Yes
No
Are there any pets currently living in your home?
Yes
No
What breed are you most interested in fostering?
Great Pyrenees
Pitbull
No Preference
Are you willing to foster more than one animal at a time?
Yes
No
Are you willing to work on basic training and socialization with the foster animal?
Yes
No
What type of food and supplies do you plan to provide for the foster animal?
The food that PPP provides
We can help out and purchase their food
Are you able to financially support the foster animal’s basic needs?
Yes
No
Are you prepared for potential damages caused by a foster animal?
Yes
No
Do you understand that all foster animals remain the property of Pyrs, Pits, and Pastures Rescue and Sanctuary and must be returned upon request?
Yes
No
By submitting this application, do you certify that all information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge?
Yes
No

I understand that PPP reserves the right to check on the welfare of the foster animal in my care, which

may include a visit to my foster home.


I further understand that PPP may remove the animal from my care at any time and for any reason whatsoever.


I understand that when I receive an animal as part of the PPP Foster Program, I assume complete and full

responsibility for the behaviors and actions of that foster pet.


I understand that I will be solely responsible for any injury or damage caused by my foster animal.


I agree not to take the foster animals in my care to dog parks, off-leash areas, daycare facilities, crowded public areas, or any similar locations, unless given prior approval by the PPP founders (Caitlin/Andrew).


I understand that all PPP foster pets are the property of PPP and may not be adopted until PPP has received all adoption paperwork and PPP has expressly communicated the adoption is approved.


I agree to notify the PPP founders (Caitlin/Andrew) immediately by phone and in writing if the foster animal(s) in my care becomes lost or separated from me or if the foster animal demonstrates any aggressive behavior, including, but not limited to, biting a person or another animal.


I agree to notify PPP if I am bitten by the foster animal in my care, or if I receive any other physical injury resulting from interaction with the foster animal in my care. I further agree to notify PPP and seek immediate medical attention, at my own expense, for myself or any member of my household who is bitten or suffers any other physical injury resulting from interaction with the foster animal in my care. PPP is not liable nor responsible for any injury, or possible death caused by your PPP foster.


I agree to return the foster animal(s) in my care at the scheduled time or at any time to any specified upon the request of the PPP founders (Caitlin/Andrew).


I agree to receive and respond to calls and emails concerning the foster animal(s) in my care, from the PPP founders (Caitlin/Andrew).


I agree to transport the foster animal to PPP or an approved veterinary facility to receive medical treatment as requested by the PPP founders (Caitlin/Andrew).


If the foster animal experiences a medical emergency, I agree to head to the closest emergency room for veterinary care and contact PPP immediately while on the way.


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VOLUNTARY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND PARTICIPATION.


1. I acknowledge that I have voluntarily agreed to serve as a volunteer for Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971). I am referred to as a “Volunteer.” I offer to perform as a Volunteer of my own volition. No one has demanded that I participate in any activity with Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971).


2. NATURE AND SCOPE OF SERVICES. As a Volunteer, I will be contributing my time and effort to various programs of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) and

performing a wide range of Services (collectively, the “Services”). The Services will be performed by me as assigned by an officer, director, employee, or another volunteer of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971). In the course of performing the Services, I agree:

• To inform Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) founders if I am unable to complete tasks or participate in volunteer activities because of any physical or psychological limitations. Since I may be interacting with animals, both healthy and sick, big and small, and may be lifting, carrying, moving, or otherwise engaging in physical labor, I will be respectful of my own limitations and will inform staff immediately of my inability to perform volunteer tasks because of any such limitations.

• To read and to obey all safety rules and regulations. In the interest of the safety of the animals, staff, and volunteers, I acknowledge that Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) has the right to revoke volunteer

3. NO COMPENSATION. I agree to provide Services to Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) without compensation. I acknowledge that I will not be compensated for

my efforts and that I am not an agent or contractor of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971). I agree that I am not and will not become an employee, partner,

agent, contractor, or principal of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) upon signing this Form or performing the “Services” as a Volunteer.


4. RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY OWN ACTS AND OMISSIONS. I hereby agree to be legally and financially responsible and will indemnify

and hold Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) and the City of Kosse and its officials and employees harmless for my own acts and omissions relating to the

Services I am voluntarily providing to Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971). I acknowledge that I am responsible for providing my own medical, liability, and auto

insurance during my volunteer service. I understand that I am not covered by workers’ compensation nor insured by Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) or the

City of Kosse during the performance of my volunteer duties and tasks, including when driving a vehicle or transporting an

animal.


5. ASSUMPTION OF RISK. I am voluntarily participating in the activities of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) with full knowledge of the risks and dangers

involved and hereby agree to accept any and all risks of injury, death, or damage to myself and/ or my personal property. As

a volunteer, I may come into contact and interact with animals, and such work entails risk of personal injury due to

proximity to animals, dangerous equipment, long-distance driving, and other considerations. These include, but are not

limited to, being bitten, kicked, clawed, tripped, and possibly exposed to zoonotic diseases.


6. PHOTO, VIDEO AND AUDIO RELEASE. I understand that as a volunteer of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971), I or my name and likeness, may be recorded

on film, video, other electronic recorded images, or other media recordings (“A-V Recordings”) for any purpose related to

furtherance of the objectives of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971), including use in Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) media properties such as its magazine and

websites. I grant Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) permission to copyright and use, reuse, publish, and republish A-V Recordings, without restriction as

to changes or alterations, for art, advertising, trade, or any other purpose. Further, I understand that all work product I

create in my capacity as a Volunteer for Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) will be the property of DAS and that Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) will have the sole right to use,sell, license, publish, or transfer any such work product, in any and all media formats, including print, mechanical and electronic formats. I will disclose any such work product to Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971)and assign all rights thereto to Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971).

7. RELEASE. As consideration for being permitted by Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) to participate in activities and provide Services, I hereby agree that I, my

assignees, heirs, distributers, guardians, and legal representatives will not make a claim against,sue, or attach the property of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971)

or the City of Kosse for injury or damage resulting from any act, omission, negligence, or other acts, howsoever caused, by any

employee, agent, contractor, or representative of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) as a result of my participation in activities and performance of the Services

or any A-V Recordings. I hereby release Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) and the City of Kosse from all actions, claims, or demands that I, my assignees, heirs,

distributees, guardians, and legal representatives now have or may hereafter have for injury or damage resulting from my

participation in activities and performance of the Services and any A-V Recordings.


8. CONFIDENTIALITY. During my association with Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) and thereafter, I will keep confidential, refrain from disclosing to others, and use

only in the performance of Volunteer Services, all confidential information of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) that I develop or learn about during the course of the

volunteer relationship. I understand that this Form covers all confidential business and technical information and know-how of or about Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) which is not generally known to persons outside of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) and which I have not been specifically authorized to disclose or use.

Examples of confidential information include, but are not limited to, information on finances, membership and donors, volunteer

performance, research and development, the condition of sanctuary animals, campaigns, outreach programs, and information received

from others that Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) has agreed to keep confidential.


9. SOCIAL MEDIA – As a Volunteer of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971), when I post on social media about DAS, I will only post in a collaborative manner. All social

media communications shall remain professional and respectful. I will not post any information in a speculative manner or in a

defamatory context about Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) or other staff, volunteers, fosters, or transfer affiliates. Failure to adhere to requested social media

etiquette, could result in suspension or termination of my volunteer relationship with Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971).


10. I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE FORM AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT I WILL RELINQUISH ALL CLAIMS OR ACTIONS KNOWN NOW OR IN THE FUTURE AGAINST Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) AND THE CITY OF KOSSE ARISING FROM MY VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES WITH Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971).

 

I am of legal age and legally competent to sign this Form. I am signing this Form of my own free will without the influence of a Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) staff

member.


11. TERM OF FORM. I acknowledge that this Form will apply to the entire term of my volunteer relationship, starting with the date I

first perform Volunteer Services for Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971), even if it pre-dates the date of this Form, and continuing as long asI continue to be a Volunteer and thereafter as is necessary to protect the interests and rights of Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971) arising herein with respect to confidentiality and use of my work products and/or A-V material as authorized above.

12.GOVERNING LAW. This Form will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas without regard to

conflicts of laws or principles.


13. I agree to sign an authorization, waiver, indemnify form giving approval for the City of Kosse to perform a criminal background search.


Volunteer Acknowledgement of Safety Rules at Pyrs Pits & Pastures Rescue & Sanctuary (501c3 #99-1184971)


By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, understand and will follow the safety rules for all areas in which I volunteer,

including, but not limited to, all animal areas and other departments or locations.

Todays Date

Thank you for taking the time to fill out our foster application. Your interest in providing a temporary home for one of our rescue animals means the world to us and to the animals in need. We will review your application and get back to you as soon as possible.

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