Foster Application

Thank you for applying to foster with STAR! We are always in need of more people willing to house our birds until they can be adopted.
Because we are a volunteer organization, it can take up to two weeks to fully process an application. In that time, all applicants will undergo a background check, a veterinary check, and if both pass, a home check.
Once these are passed, the next steps will be to attend a Volunteer Orientation and our Basic Bird 101 Foster Class (both held monthly at the Humane Society on Macklind).

If you have not heard from us, check your spam folder or email foster@staravian.org for updates on your application.

Note: Incomplete or ridiculous applications will be denied out of hand, with or without notification of the applicant. Please ensure all questions are answered to the best of your ability. Due to the volume of applications (adoption, surrender & foster/volunteer) received, it is not feasible to reach out asking for information regarding incomplete applications.

Application Type
Date
I am over 18 Years old *
If you are not 18 or over please do not continue. We cannot accept fosters under 18. If you would like to volunteer in other ways, please consider filling out a volunteer application instead. Fosters must reside in the greater St Louis Area due a variety of factors. Fosters may live in Missouri or Illinois. Please note – as a St Louis based rescue, if you live outside of St Louis but within our foster radius, it will be necessary for you to drive into St Louis for vet care, cage/supply pickup, trainings, adoption meet & greets…etc.
First Name *
Last Name *
Street Address *
City *
State *
Zip Code *
Phone *
Email *
Date of Birth *
How did you find out about STAR? *

Drivers License (or Nondriver) Number *
Photo of ID
Your privacy will be protected. We will NOT share your personal information with anyone. If a copy of your ID is not included with this application, it will not be considered until it is received.
Residential Information
Residential Information *
If Other, please describe
Do you rent or own your home? *
If you rent or lease, does your landlord and lease allow pets?
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? *
Do you use scented plug-ins, air fresheners, candles, diffusers ...etc.? *
If yes, please explain
Do you use nonstick coated cookware? *
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. *
If yes, please explain
Are you willing to have a home visit done? *
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? *
If no, please explain

Please list full name (first and last name), age, and relationship to you of 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? *
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? *
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.) *
Please List Your Current Animals (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? *
If you answered Yes, please explain
Do you foster for any other rescues? *
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 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. Specific vetting requirements may vary depending on species of pet. Our foster team can answer any questions regarding these requirements during the application processing. Complete Veterinarian contact information required. 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:
Experience Having limited or no bird experience does not disqualify you as an applicant. The next few questions will allow us to get an idea of your experience and comfort level
What bird experience do you have? *
Are you willing to take a Basic Parrot Care class, and any other necessary training? *
If no, please explain
Are you aware the birds might have or could develop habits that could cause injury to people or damage property? *
Are you aware that birds may bite if frightened, agitated, or over-stimulated? *
Are you aware the exotic birds may carry diseases that can infect humans? *
If you have cats, dogs or children, how do you plan to keep a future foster safe from harm? *
These next few questions will help determine what kinds of birds would be the best fit for you to foster.
What size birds are you interested in fostering? *
Is there a certain species you wish not to foster?
Can you take in a bird and quarantine it? *

Are you able to handle birds with behavior problems? *
Are there any specific behavior problems you are not comfortable with handling?
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 entertainment? *
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? *
Are you willing to bring the foster bird(s) to one of our partner vets (located in St. Louis & St. Charles) for intake exams and/or any necessary medical care? *
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? *
Are you comfortable contacting potential adopters in regard to speaking about the temperment/personality of a foster bird? *
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. If you are not able to upload photos, you may also email the necessary photos to foster@staravian.org (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. Examples include: living room, basement, screened porch, playroom, bedrooms
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?
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?
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.
Signature *
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Foster Application

Residential Information

Current Pet Information

Vet Info

Experience

Pre-Home Visit Photo Submission

Additional Photos of Your Home

Current Enclosures

Foster Agreement