FOSTER APPLICATION

FOSTERING FOR MARILYN'S VOICE

The backbone of our organization over the years has been our dedicated group of volunteers. We pride ourselves on the fact that we are an all volunteer group of compassionate individuals working towards the common goal of rescuing, rehabilitating and ultimately adopting out the dogs (and cats) in our care. These abused, abandoned and neglected pups deserve wonderful homes, and that is exactly what they get with Marilyn’s Voice!

Foster homes provide love and rehabilitation for recently rescued puppy mill dogs and other dogs in need. We also foster cats on occasion. Foster parents help with vet visits, grooming appointments and more.
Transporters assist us in picking up dogs in need, taking them to the vet, etc.
Event volunteers participate in adoption events, educational events, or peaceful protests. All volunteers are encouraged to join us at these events because the more volunteers who attend, the more our voice is heard!

For more information on how You can become a member of the Marilyn’s Voice family, please email contact@marilynsvoice.org or fill out our Application below!

*I understand and agree that I am volunteering my time and services to be a Marilyn’s Voice volunteer at no cost to Marilyn’s Voice and I will not be compensated for either my time or services by Marilyn’s Voice. I also understand that I may be removed from this position, subject to Marilyn’s Voice Rules & Procedures.

Step 1 of 4

Your Name(Required)
First Last
Phone(Required)
Email(Required)

Your Address(Required)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Occupation(Required)
How long at present job?(Required)
If less than 1 year, please explain.

Reference #1
Reference Name(Required)
First Last
Relationship(Required)
Best Contact Number(Required)
Email

Reference #2
Reference Name(Required)
First Last
Relationship(Required)
Best Contact Number(Required)
Email

Do you own or rent your home?(Required)
Dwelling Type(Required)
How many years have you lives at this address?(Required)
(Rentals & HOAs) Do you have permission to have a pet?
Yes
No
Landlord's Name
Landlord's Phone Number
Do you have a fenced in yard?(Required)
Yes
No
Fence Details
How many adults in the household?(Required)
How many children in the household?(Required)
Please provide the ages of your children.
Are all family members in agreement?(Required)
Yes
No
Are there regular visitors?(Required)
Yes
No
If yes to visitors, please provide details.
Are there other pets in the household?(Required)
Yes
No
If yes to pets, please provide name / age / breed / details for all current pets in your home
Do you have a regular veterinarian?(Required)
Yes
No
If yes to vet, please provide your veterinarian information.

Length of Time You are Willing to Foster
Experience(Required)
Crate Training a Dog
Obedience Training a Dog
Whelping a Litter
Modifying Behavior Problems
Working with puppy mill rescues or abused animals
Providing Pet Therapy
None
Other
What type of confinement can you provide?(Required)
Crate
Basement
Fenced Yard
Kennel
Other
Additional Training Details
Please share more details about your experience.
Would you be willing to allow someone designated by Marilyn’s Voice to visit your home by appointment?*(Required)
Yes
No
Any circumstances which would force you to return a foster in your care:
How did you hear about us?
Are you 18 years or older?(Required)
Yes
No
All of the above information I have given is true and complete. I understand that it is my decision whether or not to foster any particular dog or cat. I will not hold Marilyn’s Voice responsible for any damage, injury, or harm caused directly or indirectly to any person or property by any dog or cat I may decide to foster or volunteer my time to help. MARILYN’S VOICE, AT ITS SOLE DISCRETION, RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY APPLICANT FOR ANY REASON OR NO REASON. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT, IN OUR SOLE DISCRETION, TO REFUSE ANY APPLICANT FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER.
I agree to the terms and conditions.(Required)
Yes
No

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR FOSTERS

Marilyn’s Voice rescues dogs and puppies from puppy mills and shelters, and many of them have special needs. They will need patience to learn to trust. For many this is the beginning of the rest of their lives, after an awful past. To our fosters, past, present and future – These lives are saved because of you. Your sacrifices, the thankless days, supporting and training other volunteers, and your overall endless compassion. This is all made possible BECAUSE OF YOU.

Tips and Information:

We ask that our fosters crate train the dogs in your care. Many of these dogs feel more secure in small spaces when you are not around. It also sets them up for a smooth adoption!
Often these dogs are NOT housebroken. We use diapers and belly bands, as well as potty training best practices
Marilyn’s Voice covers all medications and vet care costs. Typically you are responsible for attending vet visits with your foster dog and scheduling is coordinated accordingly.
Foster volunteers are typically responsible for daily items like food, treats and love.
We can help provide necessary supplies like crates, puppy pens and more.
Every dog must have a name tag with accurate contact information, and an air tag provided by Marilyn’s Voice.
Resident / personal dogs must be up to date on all vetting and seen on an annual basis.
Final placement of a dog is the decision of Marilyn’s Voice Adoption Directors, and the foster volunteer is involved every step of the way.

We are here to support and assist you with everything! We are all committed to saving the dogs, but we’ve also helped each other. Mentoring, supporting, even just a simple check in – It all matters in rescue. We have had the VERY BEST and we can only hope the sky is the limit for the future. Fostering a puppy mill dog and watching him flourish and realize the simple pleasures in life, and that cruelty is behind him is a rewarding experience. This truly is the beginning of the rest of the dog’s life!