Foster Contract

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Are you fostering to adopt?

Have you received a digital or hard copy of the MAMCO Handbook? It can be found at www.mamcorescue.org

Foster Contract: By checking each box you agree that you understand. Each item represents a binding contract.
Unchecked boxes will invalidate the foster contract.

MAMCO Rescue is the sole legal owner/guardian of any animals fostered and retains the following rights: To determine the course of any necessary health care; To specify that only veterinary clinics in the MAMCO Rescue health network be used;
To inspect the foster parent’s home at a scheduled date and time; To specify the adopter to which the animal will be willingly transferred upon notice of a signed contract and adoption fee payment; To remove the animal from the fostering premises at any time; I agree that any failure in the aforementioned items constitutes a breach of contract. In the event of any breach, I agree to relinquish the foster animal(s) immediately to MAMCO Rescue; I agree to fill out an adoption contract for any foster dogs I choose to adopt.

By signing, you are accepting the legal rights of MAMCO

Mother Dog Agreement: By checking each box you agree that you understand. Each item represents a binding
contract. Unchecked boxes will invalidate the foster contract.

Spay/Neuter Foster Agreement: By checking each box you agree that you understand. Each item represents a
binding contract.

Supplies Agreement: By checking each box you agree that you understand. Each item represents a binding contract.

I agree to abide by all local animal laws and ordinances while fostering for MAMCO. I agree to adhere to all relevant zoning and animal control codes and ordinances, whether local, county, or state.

Electronic Signature Disclaimers: By checking each box you agree that you understand. Each item represents a
binding contract. Unchecked boxes will invalidate all contracts.

Thank you for becoming a foster home for MAMCO Rescue! All the dams and litters that we rescue are placed
into approved foster homes where they can be cared for and evaluated, while they whelp, nurse, raise, and wean their puppies. It is because of hard working volunteers like yourself, that we can save animals in need. The following information is an overview of our Policies and Procedures. For more detailed information, please
reference the MAMCO Rescue Foster Handbook on mamcorescue.org.
Financial Obligation: MAMCO Rescue
pays for all food, supplies, medications, and necessary veterinary care for our fosters. Health Certificates: Upon intake, dams are vaccinated and dewormed. Except for the rabies vaccine, which cannot be administered to pregnant or nursing dogs, foster dogs have a complete health certificate. On occasion dogs will need extra deworming medications, which are provided by MAMCO Rescue. Fosters will be responsible for taking the dam to be spayed following the weaning of her litter. In addition, fosters are responsible for transporting foster dogs to receive needed veterinary care. The foster home will also be responsible for monitoring the rehabilitation of the dog(s) and administering any prescribed medications. ALL VETERINARY APPOINTMENTS MUST BE APPROVED BY ARON, MARCIE, KATIE, or ROBERT PRIOR TO HAVING THE ANIMAL SEEN. Fosters are liable for veterinary care in the absence of prior approval. Aron (303)517-0586, Foster Phone (720)614-8147, In the event of an emergency (i.e. a dam needs an emergency C-section) and we cannot be reached, a foster should not delay in seeking medical care. Fosters should obtain a copy of the bill either for payment to the veterinarian, or reimbursement to the foster home. In all non-emergent cases, veterinary care should be worked out prior to the appointment. Care of Dog: Foster homes are responsible for: • Keeping the foster dogs’ safe, and keeping others safe from the foster dog • While we try not to take dogs with a past bite history, new reactions cannot always be predicted. In the event of a bite, you must report to both MAMCO and the local authorities • Take care to ensure that the dog is not placed in stressful situations • Please see the MAMCO Handbook for advice on integrating new animals into your home. Feeding: Food will be provided by MAMCO. Sometimes food aggression is an issue. We find that allowing dogs to free feed is the best way to build trust. If the bowl is always full, there is no need to fight for scraps. On occasion, we will have a dog that overeats, in this instance feeding twice per day is best. Housing: MAMCO believes that providing dogs with a safe area is of the utmost importance. For some dogs, crates training is great, for others, not so much. We suggest trying crate training, but do not encourage you to force a dog into a crate, especially a pregnant dam. Pregnant dams should not be left to roam the house. Nesting instinct in dogs can cause them to be quite destructive. Unless you want your foster dog to burrow into your couch and deliver puppies, we suggest that you find a sparse room to house the dam and her puppies. We will provide you with a swimming pool whelping area and plenty of towels and blankets. After a dam gives birth it is very important that she be allowed to leave her puppies if she needs to. NEVER LOCK A DAM IN A CRATE WITH HER PUPPIES. This is dangerous for all involved. Once the puppies are old enough to escape the pool, we recommend using a puppy playpen that is short enough for the dam to come and go, but tall enough to keep the puppies inside. MAMCO will provide playpens as needed. At NO time, shall the foster dog be tethered or unattended outside, or ride in the back of an open bed truck. Adoption Process: Some fosters want to be actively involved in the adoption process, others do not. We respect your help and do not want to overstep; however, there are a few key things we need from you to facilitate the adoption. We need: Information on the dam (is she good with dogs, cats, kids? Is she timid, playful, anxious? How is she on a leash? Potty training progress? etc.) Successful matches are easier to make when we understand the needs and personality of the animal. Photographs of the dam and her puppies, the cuter the pictures the better! Videos are great too. If you aren’t a photographer we can have someone come over for a photo shoot. Deworming and medication records: Write down the dates and dosages of dewormer treatments and prescription medications for the medical records. MAMCO will list the dogs on a variety of websites and will screen the initial applications. Fosters have the right to make final decisions regarding adopters. Meet and Greets: Meet and greets can take place either at the applicant’s home, the foster home, or a neutral location if all applicants are present.

Please indicate the number of permanent animals that reside at your home. This includes cats, dogs and horses and other livestock

Please indicate that you understand and agree to the following:
Your personal pets can carry deadly viruses if they are not properly vaccinated. These viruses do not necessarily present with symptoms, but can be deadly to a pregnant and nursing dam and her puppies.

Please indicate that you understand and agree to the following:
You must provide proof of vaccinations at the time of the home visit. Failing to disclose this information or failing to have your pets vaccinated is a breach of contract. If your dogs are not properly vaccinated and any rescue dogs contract an illness from your personal dogs while in your care, you will be responsible for the veterinary costs associated with their care.

Please indicate that you understand and agree to the following:
We appreciate your commitment to foster and understand that sometimes fosters are unable to fulfill their commitment due to outside circumstances. Should you decide to stop fostering for any reason, you agree to provide MAMCO with seven days notice in writing. We cannot pick up and find a replacement foster on the same day. Should you fail to give us seven days notice, you will be responsible for the boarding costs of all foster dogs for the remaining days. This averages $50 per day, per dog.

I understand that MAMCO does not have the ability to predict every situation that will arise regarding the health, personality, behavior, and/or appearance of the rescued dog(s). I understand that actions taken on my part to slander or libel MAMCO publicly or privately due to factors about the dog(s) which could not reasonably be predicted prior to placing in foster care will result in legal action. I agree to make every attempt to work with MAMCO to resolve issues in lieu of publicizing negative reviews or comments. I understand that MAMCO takes its relationships with fosters very seriously. I understand that MAMCO will work towards a peaceful resolution in accordance with all the terms outlined in this contract. By initialing this box you agree that you have read and understand the terms above.

I agree to adhere to MAMCO Rescue’s policies

I understand that if I choose to adopt a foster dog that I will be responsible for the full adoption fee of the dog. Long term fosters (those who have fostered for 6 months or more) will receive a discounted adoption fee, but those fostering short term will be expected to pay the full fee. Please initial that you have read and understand this part of the agreement.

I agree not to foster for any other organization while I have MAMCO fosters in my home.

Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement

In connection with the foster parent’s duties, MAMCO may disclose to the foster certain confidential and proprietary information unique and valuable to its ongoing business operations. In consideration of the foster parents commitment to MAMCO by MAMCO and the covenants and mutual promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. Confidential Information. The term “Confidential Information” as used in this Agreement shall mean any data or information that is competitively sensitive material and not generally known to the public, including, but not limited to, information relating to any of the following:

The internal workings of the rescue (i.e. transport, intake, clerical data, veterinary records,
veterinary diagnosis, foster care records, adopter records, business partnerships and
relationships, budgetary information)
Electronic communications (i.e. group chats, text messages, instant messages, and/or emails
between employees, partners, fosters, adopters, or the community)
Images and videos
Social media posts; and any other information the Company considers confidential.

2. Exclusions from Confidential Information. The obligation of confidentiality with respect to
Confidential Information will not apply to any information:
a. If the information is or becomes publicly known and available other than as a result of prior
unauthorized disclosure by the foster or foster’s family (aka spouse and other people living in the home);
b. If the information is disclosed by the foster with MAMCO’s prior written permission and approval;
c If the foster may disclose only such portion of the Confidential Information which it is legally
obligated to disclose. The foster is legally compelled by applicable law, by any court,
governmental agency, or regulatory authority or subpoena or discovery request in pending litigation,but only if, to the extent lawful, the foster gives prompt written notice of that fact to MAMCO prior to disclosure so that MAMCO may request a protective order or other remedy, the foster may disclose only such portion of the Confidential Information which it is legally obligated to disclose.

Employee Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality
Agreement (Rev. 133EE1C)

3. Obligation to Maintain Confidentiality. With respect to Confidential Information:
a. The foster agrees to retain the Confidential Information in strict confidence, to protect the
security, integrity, and confidentiality of such information and to not permit unauthorized access to or unauthorized use, disclosure, publication, or dissemination of Confidential Information except in conformity with this Agreement.
b. Confidential Information is and will remain the sole and exclusive property of MAMCO and will not be disclosed or revealed by the foster, except (i) to employees of MAMCO who
have a need to know such information and agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement.
c. The obligation not to disclose Confidential Information shall survive the termination of this
Agreement, and at no time will the foster be permitted to disclose Confidential Information, except to the extent that such Confidential Information is excluded from the obligations of confidentiality under this Agreement pursuant to Paragraph 2 above.
4. Disclaimer. There is no representation or warranty, express or implied, made by the Company as to the accuracy or completeness of any of its Confidential Information.
5. Remedies. The foster acknowledges that use or disclosure of any Confidential Information in a manner inconsistent with this Agreement will give rise to irreparable injury for which damages would not be an adequate remedy. Accordingly, in addition to any other legal remedies which may be available at law or in equity, MAMCO shall be entitled to equitable or injunctive relief against the unauthorized use or disclosure of Confidential Information. MAMCO shall be entitled to pursue any other legally permissible remedy available as a result of such breach, including but not limited to damages, both direct and consequential. In any action brought by MAMCO under this Section, MAMCO shall be entitled to recover its attorney’s fees and costs from the foster.
6. Notices. All notices given under this Agreement must be in writing. A notice is effective upon receipt and shall be sent via one of the following methods: delivery in person, overnight courier service, certified or registered mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, addressed to the party to be notified at the below address or by facsimile at the below facsimile number or in the case of either party, to such other party, address or facsimile number as such party may designate upon reasonable notice to the other
party.

Employee Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality
Agreement (Rev. 133EE1C) 3 / 3

7. Termination. This Agreement will not terminate at any time.
8. Amendment. This Agreement may be amended or modified only by a written agreement signed by both of the parties.
9. Jurisdiction. This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado, State of Texas, State of Oklahoma, without regard to the principles of conflict of laws. Each party consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in these states for any legal action, suit or proceeding arising out of or in connection with this Agreement. Each party further waives any objection to the laying of venue for any such suit, action or proceeding in such courts.
10. No Offer or Sale. Nothing in this Agreement will be deemed a sale or offer for sale of Confidential Information nor obligate MAMCO to grant the foster a license or any rights, by statute, common law theory of estoppel or otherwise, to Confidential Information.
11. Miscellaneous. No joint venture, partnership or agency relationship exists between the foster, MAMCO or any third-party as a result of this Agreement. This Agreement will inure to the benefit of and be binding on the respective successors and permitted assigns of the parties. Neither party may assign its rights or delegate its duties under this Agreement without the other party’s prior written consent.
In the event that any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in whole or in part, the remaining provisions shall not be affected and shall continue to be valid, legal and enforceable as though the invalid, illegal or unenforceable parts had not been included in this Agreement. Neither party will be charged with any waiver of any provision of this Agreement, unless such waiver is evidenced by a writing signed by the party and any such waiver will be limited to the terms of such writing.

I certify that the answers given in my foster application were true to the best of my knowledge, and understand that I will be responsible for any injury to foster dogs resulting from untrue statements.

AGREEMENT: By typing my name below as a form of electronic signature, I agree that it is the legally binding
equivalent to my handwritten signature. I will not, at any time in the future, repudiate the meaning of my electronic signature or claim that my electronic signature is not legally binding.

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I understand that fostering is a commitment and that while foster fails are allowed, MAMCO requires fosters to foster a minimum of 3 litters prior to adoption. The only exception to this rule is for fosters taking moms and puppies for more than three weeks.