I have reviewed the Foster FAQs and I would like to go directly to the online Foster Application
Fostering a horse in need is a wonderful experience to both the horse and the foster family. It's a stepping stone of healing and training that gives a horse the one-on-one attention they need and have a second chance at life.
Why does USERL use foster homes?
USERL does not own a farm and does not have access to a stable at any one location to accommodate all horses in the program. We believe that the horses brought into the USERL program receive more individualized care at a foster facility, allowing them to progress through our rehabilitation program with fewer complications. You can never replace the one on one attention provided by a wonderful foster family!
How does the foster process work?
Potential foster homes first need to fill out a foster application. A USERL volunteer will contact them to discuss fostering. After this initial interview, USERL will schedule a facility check. Once the foster home is approved, USERL will match incoming horses with the most suitable foster home. Foster homes that can cover the expenses of the horse(s) they are fostering are given priority; however this is not a requirement. Expenses incurred caring for the fostered horse may be wholly or partially tax-deductible - please contact your tax advisor with questions.
What rules apply to foster homes?
Following are USERL's "Guidelines for Foster Homes."
Before making any changes to diet, medical or farrier care, you need to contact USERL for approval.
Horses will arrive at your property with the following documents. If you do not receive these documents, please call your foster coordinator.
All horses will arrive with a current negative Coggins test.
All horses will arrive with a health record showing current vaccinations: Please follow the schedule for vaccinations, farrier work and de-worming.
All horses will arrive with a specified Feeding program: our rehabilitation and feeding programs have been developed in conjunction with veterinarians for each animal. If the feeding program will cause you a huge inconvenience, please call USERL to discuss alternatives. Please do not deviate from this program without approval as many of USERL's horses are still re-gaining weight or have special medical considerations.
Prospective adopters will be calling you about the fostered horse, and scheduling visits. When speaking with potential adopters about the horse, please be very honest. We are more concerned with placing horses in loving, compatible homes than we are with placing them quickly.
Call or email USERL when work is done to the horse (vet, farrier, de-worming, etc.) so that we can update the horse's record. You may call at the end of each month if you prefer.
Horses must have fresh, clean water available at all times. If USERL needs to provide you with an extra bucket, please call.
Avoid paying full price whenever possible. Ask your farrier, vet and feed supplier for donations and/or discounts. USERL can provide receipts if desired.
If you are being reimbursed for expenses the following applies:
Any supplement expense must be pre-approved
Any costs associated with an USERL horse pertaining to routine care must be pre-approved.
USERL will only reimburse up to $4.00 per bale for hay unless it has been pre-approved by a USERL board member.
USERL will only reimburse up to $30.00 per month on bedding expenses unless pre-approved by a USERL board member.
USERL will only reimburse up to $35.00 in a 6-week period for farrier expenses unless pre-approved by an USERL board member.
You must submit an original or copy of the receipts for which you are to be reimbursed. Because we make purchases and accept horses into the program based on our expected monthly expenses you must submit receipts on a monthly basis. USERL will not reimburse expenses older than 30 days.
The following must be followed whether you are being reimbursed for expenses or not:
All visits from the veterinarian must be pre-approved (except in the case of an emergency). This includes routine work, such as vaccinations.
Emergency veterinary care does not need to be pre-approved. USERL's limit on vet expenses is $2,000, so any care expected to cost above that would require euthanasia of the equine. Please make every attempt to get in touch with an USERL board member before making that decision.
Any changes to the horse's diet must be pre-approved, excluding 1- 2 lb. feed changes to keep weight consistent. This includes supplements.
I am interested in fostering. What should I do now?
Fill out an online Foster Application and submit it to USERL. You should follow up in a week, if you have not received a response, with a phone call or e-mail to make sure your application has been received.
Fostering a horse in need is a wonderful experience to both the horse and the foster family. It's a stepping stone of healing and training that gives a horse the one-on-one attention they need and have a second chance at life.
Why does USERL use foster homes?
USERL does not own a farm and does not have access to a stable at any one location to accommodate all horses in the program. We believe that the horses brought into the USERL program receive more individualized care at a foster facility, allowing them to progress through our rehabilitation program with fewer complications. You can never replace the one on one attention provided by a wonderful foster family!
How does the foster process work?
Potential foster homes first need to fill out a foster application. A USERL volunteer will contact them to discuss fostering. After this initial interview, USERL will schedule a facility check. Once the foster home is approved, USERL will match incoming horses with the most suitable foster home. Foster homes that can cover the expenses of the horse(s) they are fostering are given priority; however this is not a requirement. Expenses incurred caring for the fostered horse may be wholly or partially tax-deductible - please contact your tax advisor with questions.
What rules apply to foster homes?
Following are USERL's "Guidelines for Foster Homes."
Before making any changes to diet, medical or farrier care, you need to contact USERL for approval.
Horses will arrive at your property with the following documents. If you do not receive these documents, please call your foster coordinator.
All horses will arrive with a current negative Coggins test.
All horses will arrive with a health record showing current vaccinations: Please follow the schedule for vaccinations, farrier work and de-worming.
All horses will arrive with a specified Feeding program: our rehabilitation and feeding programs have been developed in conjunction with veterinarians for each animal. If the feeding program will cause you a huge inconvenience, please call USERL to discuss alternatives. Please do not deviate from this program without approval as many of USERL's horses are still re-gaining weight or have special medical considerations.
Prospective adopters will be calling you about the fostered horse, and scheduling visits. When speaking with potential adopters about the horse, please be very honest. We are more concerned with placing horses in loving, compatible homes than we are with placing them quickly.
Call or email USERL when work is done to the horse (vet, farrier, de-worming, etc.) so that we can update the horse's record. You may call at the end of each month if you prefer.
Horses must have fresh, clean water available at all times. If USERL needs to provide you with an extra bucket, please call.
Avoid paying full price whenever possible. Ask your farrier, vet and feed supplier for donations and/or discounts. USERL can provide receipts if desired.
If you are being reimbursed for expenses the following applies:
Any supplement expense must be pre-approved
Any costs associated with an USERL horse pertaining to routine care must be pre-approved.
USERL will only reimburse up to $4.00 per bale for hay unless it has been pre-approved by a USERL board member.
USERL will only reimburse up to $30.00 per month on bedding expenses unless pre-approved by a USERL board member.
USERL will only reimburse up to $35.00 in a 6-week period for farrier expenses unless pre-approved by an USERL board member.
You must submit an original or copy of the receipts for which you are to be reimbursed. Because we make purchases and accept horses into the program based on our expected monthly expenses you must submit receipts on a monthly basis. USERL will not reimburse expenses older than 30 days.
The following must be followed whether you are being reimbursed for expenses or not:
All visits from the veterinarian must be pre-approved (except in the case of an emergency). This includes routine work, such as vaccinations.
Emergency veterinary care does not need to be pre-approved. USERL's limit on vet expenses is $2,000, so any care expected to cost above that would require euthanasia of the equine. Please make every attempt to get in touch with an USERL board member before making that decision.
Any changes to the horse's diet must be pre-approved, excluding 1- 2 lb. feed changes to keep weight consistent. This includes supplements.
I am interested in fostering. What should I do now?
Fill out an online Foster Application and submit it to USERL. You should follow up in a week, if you have not received a response, with a phone call or e-mail to make sure your application has been received.
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