Application Type
Foster Applicant
Date *
I am over 18 Years old *
No Yes
Please note, fosters must reside in the greater St Louis Area (within 50 miles of St. Louis). Fosters may live in Missouri or Illinois.
First Name *
Legal name, if different from the name used
Last Name *
Street Address *
Unit/Apt #
City *
State *
MO
IL
Zip Code *
Phone *
Email *
Date of Birth *
Pronouns
How did you find out about STAR? *
- Select Option -
Event
Internet Search
Family/Friend
Staff/Volunteer
Social Media
Previous Adopter
Pet Store
Vet
Another Shelter
Somewhere Else
Emergency contact name *
Emergency contact number *
Drivers License (or Nondriver) Number *
Photo of ID *
Residential Information
Residential Information *
House
Condo/Townhome
Apartment
Other
If Other, please describe
Do you rent or own your home? *
Rent
Own
Someone else Rents or Owns the Home
If you rent or lease, does your landlord and lease allow pets?
Yes
No
Unsure
N/A
Owner Name (rental company or landlord name or if private owner, owner's name)
Owner or Landlord Contact Information (Phone)
If not in your name, what name is the lease under?
If applicable: Landlord Website or other contact information
If you do not own the home, complete contact information for the landlord or owner of the home is required (including name & phone number). Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Does anyone in your home have asthma or allergies? *
Yes
No
Do you use scented plug-ins, air fresheners, candles, diffusers ...etc.? *
Yes
No
If yes, please explain
Do you use nonstick coated cookware? *
Yes
No
If yes, please explain (i.e. what kind of non-stick)
Does anyone who resides in or visits your home use smoking or tobacco products? This would include vape, e-cigs, cigars, cigarettes, or any substance that produce smoke. *
Yes
No
If yes, please explain
Are you willing to have a home visit done? *
Yes
No
Home visits are required for all foster applicants in order to ensure a safe environment for every bird that passes through our program. If you are not willing to go through this step, please stop filling out the application at this point.
Are you willing to undergo a background check? *
Yes
No
If no, please explain
Please list full name (first and last name), age, and relationship to you of for everyone living in your home. (Please include Yourself) *
Have you ever been charged with or convicted of Domestic Abuse/Assault/Animal Cruelty or neglect in Missouri or any other state? *
Yes
No
If yes, option to elaborate
Has anyone in your household ever been charged with or convicted of Domestic Abuse/Assault/Animal Cruelty or neglect in Missouri or any other state? *
Yes
No
If yes, option to elaborate
Why do you want to foster/volunteer with Saint Louis Avian Rescue? *
Current Pet Information
Do you currently have any pets? (Birds, Dogs, Cats, Ferrets, Snakes...etc.) *
Yes
No
Please List Your Current Animals:
(Please include name, species, age, spayed/neutered, de-clawed?, indoor/outdoor, how long have you had them and date of last vet visit for each current pet)
Have you ever had any pets that you no longer have? *
Yes
No
If you answered Yes, please explain
Have you ever had to surrender an animal?: *
Yes
No
If you answered Yes, please explain:
Have you ever bred an animal on purpose or accidentally?: *
Yes
No
If you answered Yes, please explain:
Do you foster for any other rescues? *
Yes
No
If yes, who do you foster for, what kind of animal(s) do you regularly foster?
(Depending on jurisdiction, there may be limits to how many animals are allowed to be fostered at one time. This does not affect your ability to foster, but may limit the number of animals you are able to foster).
Vet Info
STAR performs a veterinarian check for all current pets. Dogs/Cats must be up to date on all mandatory vaccines and have had a wellness exam within the last year. Many species of parrots (and some other exotic pets) also require a wellness exam within the last year in order to foster with us.
STAR recommends that all other pets have a relationship with a veterinarian.Incomplete applications will not be processed. If you do not currently have veterinarian simply notate "n/a".
Veterinarian Information (include Name of Vet Office & Phone Number). If you use multiple vet offices, please notate each. *
If your current pets have not been to a vet in the last year for a wellness exam, please explain:
If the name that any of your current birds are listed under at the clinic provided is different from the name on your application, please provide that information here. (i.e. listed under a spouse's name):
Experience
Having limited or no bird experience does not disqualify you as an applicant.
What bird experience do you have? *
Are you willing to take a Basic Parrot Care class, and any other necessary training? *
No Yes
If no, please explain
Are you aware the birds might have or could develop habits that could cause injury to people or damage property? *
No Yes
Are you aware that birds may bite if frightened, agitated, or over-stimulated? *
No Yes
Are you aware that exotic birds may carry diseases that can infect humans? *
No Yes
If you have cats, dogs or children, how do you plan to keep a future foster safe from harm? *
What size birds are you interested in fostering? *
Mini (Finches, Budgies)
Small (Conure, Quaker, Cockatiel)
Medium (Large Conure, Indian Ringnecks)
Large (African Grey, Eclectus, Amazon, Small Cockatoo)
X-Large (Macaw, Large Cockatoo)
Are there certain species you wish not to foster? If so, please list them here:
Are you looking to adopt in the near future?: *
Yes
No
We would love to help you find a match for your family, but please note that STAR does not do foster to adopt placements. If you are interested in fostering solely for the purpose of adopting, then please consider submitting an adoption application.
Can you take in a bird and quarantine them? *
Yes
No
Unsure
Are you able to handle birds with behavior problems? *
Yes
No
Unsure
Please explain/elaborate:
What behavioral issues (if any) may cause you to want to transfer your foster animal? Please check all that apply:
Screaming
Biting
Hormonal
Plucking
N/A
What medical issues may cause you to want to transfer your foster animal? Please check all that apply:
Plucking
Seizures
Medication Administration
Avian Bornavirus
Excessive Egg Laying
Diet Transition
N/A
How much time will a potential foster bird spend alone? *
Are you willing to potentially leave the TV, radio, or some other audio/video on for your bird? *
How much time outside of the cage would a potential foster spend for exercise and engagement? *
Describe how much mobility the bird will have. Will they go to other rooms? Eat with the family? *
Are you willing to show the foster bird(s) to well- screened, qualified potential adopters at your home? *
Yes
No
Are you willing to bring the foster bird(s) to one of our partner vets (located in St. Louis & St. Charles counties) for intake exams and/or any necessary medical care? *
No Yes
Do you have reliable transportation in order to transport a potential foster to medical appointments, whether a planned appointment or in the case of an emergency? *
No Yes
Do you have any limitations to your volunteering commitment? If yes, please explain in detail (cannot lift heavy objects, limited walking, does not like making phone calls, etc).
Are you comfortable contacting potential adopters in regard to speaking about the temperment/personality of a foster bird? *
No Yes
Pre-Home Visit Photo Submission
Please upload photos of your home including your main living spaces, anywhere a potential bird will be spending time, along with photos of any existing cages or pet enclosures.Note- not all requested photos may apply to you.
(emailing photos instead of using this form may cause a delay in processing your application.) Thank you.
Overview Photo of Kitchen
Photo of Main Living Area
Photo of the room where the bird cage will be placed.
Additional Photos of Your Home
Please add photos of any additional areas of your home where the bird(s) will be spending time.
Additional Photo #1
Additional Photo #2
Additional Photo #3
Additional Photo #4
Additional Photo #5
Do you have current bird(s) or other small animals that reside in cages/enclosures?
Yes
No
Current Enclosures
Please upload photos of your current animals' enclosures/set-ups. This includes bird cages/playstands as well as the enclosure for animals such as snakes, ferrets, rabbits, sugar gliders, guinea pigs... etc. Please also include a photo of any fish tanks.
Animal Enclosure Photo #1
Animal Enclosure Photo #2
Animal Enclosure Photo #3
Animal Enclosure Photo #4
Animal Enclosure Photo #5
Any notes/comments regarding the photos, or questions regarding the application process or fostering?
Any notes/comments regarding the photos, or questions regarding the application process or fostering?
Foster Agreement
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. This is not meant to intimidate you nor to cast a negative light on exotic
birds. Rescued birds are no more and no less likely to behave in an unpredictable
manner than any others. But, we want to make you aware of possibilities when working with them.
The birds STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue places in foster homes have been surrendered, abandoned, or in some way displaced. They may have been abused or neglected. There may only be limited information available regarding their previous environment. STAR will share with you what information we have.There will be an adjustment period. Remember to be patient, consistent, and understanding.
The birds placed in foster homes may not have been seen yet by a veterinarian. Avian medicine is a relatively new discipline. It is possible for a bird to be a carrier of, or infected with, a disease that is undetectable with the current tests and tools available today. Therefore, you should quarantine any bird new to your flock. STAR recommends a minimum period of 30 days.
If a bird is placed with you, you will be responsible for providing appropriate food, water, toys, perches and loving attention. STAR will provide the cage. Proper setup of cages according to the guidelines provided by STAR is expected of all foster homes. STAR will be financially responsible for the veterinary care. However, you will need to provide transportation to and from the clinic.
I understand STAR is actively seeking a permanent home for any bird placed in foster care. I certify that I
will return to STAR, upon request, any bird placed in my home for foster care.
I certify that I have never been charged with nor convicted of domestic abuse/violence, assault, animal cruelty, animal abuse or neglect in Missouri or any other state. I certify that no one in the household where this bird would reside has been charged with nor convicted of domestic abuse/violence, assault, animal cruelty, animal abuse or neglect in Missouri or any other state.
Please Initial *
I, the undersigned, acknowledge there are risks in visiting, housing, and/or handling exotic birds, including illness or injury to pets or myself, and/or damage to my property. I agree to release STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue, from any liability in the event.
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