Foster Questionairre

Thank you for fostering! It's now time for your foster dog to be posted for adoption on our platforms. We're going to need as much information as possible in order to find the most suitable adopter for your foster dog so please be thourough when answering the below questions. Include as much detail as possible (even little things matter!). Please also send photo's and videos to your foster coordinator in your group chat.

First name

Last name

🐶 Basic Information

Foster Dog Name

Length of time in your care

🧠 Personality & Temperament

How would you describe your foster dog’s personality in 3–5 words?

Are they more independent or affectionate?

Are they more confident or shy?

Any quirky, funny, or unique traits?

🏡 Transition & Adjustment

How was your foster dog during the first 48 hours in your home?

How long did it take them to settle in?

What changes (if any) have you seen since they arrived?

🗓️ Daily Life & Routine

What does a typical day look like for your foster dog? (morning, daytime, evening)

Where do they sleep at night? Do they sleep through the night?

⚡ Energy Level & Exercise Needs

What is your foster dog’s energy level?

What type and amount of daily exercise do they need?

What kind of mental stimulation do they enjoy?

🐕 Social Behaviour Please describe how your foster dog interacts with the following (include examples where possible):

Dogs:

Cats:

Children:

New people/Men:

Small animals:

Does your foster dog play with other dogs, people, or toys? Please describe their play style.

🦮 Walking & Outdoor Behaviour

How does your foster dog do on leash?

Do they pull, bark, or lunge?

How do they respond to other dogs/people on walks?

🏠 Alone Time

How does your foster dog react when left alone?

How long have they been left alone?

Where do they stay? (crate, room, free roam, etc.)

🎓 Training & Skills

Is your foster dog house trained? Please explain.

Is your foster dog crate trained? Please explain.

Do they know any commands? (sit, stay, recall, etc.)

What motivates them most? (food, toys, praise, etc.)

✂️ Handling, Grooming & Vet Care

How does your foster dog handle general handling (being picked up, touched, etc.)?

How do they do with grooming? (brushing, baths, nail trims, ear cleaning)

How do they handle vet visits?

🚗 Travel & New Experiences

How does your foster dog do on car rides?

How do they handle new environments or situations?

How do they respond to loud noises (vacuum, traffic, storms, etc.)?

🔊 Vocalization

Is your foster dog vocal? (barking, whining, howling)

In what situations do they tend to vocalize?

⚠️ Behavioural Considerations

Does your foster dog show any resource guarding behaviours? (food, toys, people, spaces) If yes, please describe triggers and severity.

Has your foster dog ever bitten or attempted to bite? If yes, please describe the situation:

Do you believe your foster dog has a prey drive? Please explain.

🩺 Medical & Special Requirements

What is your foster dog currently eating? Include the type of food, brand and protien.

Do they have any medical needs? (medications, supplements, special diet)

Do they have any behavioural needs or ongoing training requirements?

❤️ Ideal Home

What type of household/family would best suit your foster dog?

Are there any non-negotiables for their future home? (e.g., no cats, another dog required, etc.)

🌟 The Good Stuff

What are your foster dog’s best qualities?

What are their favourite things to do?

📝 Additional Notes

Is there anything else you would like potential adopters to know?

Thank you for helping us give your foster dog the best chance at finding their perfect forever home! 🐾