1. What is a pet foster parent?

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Foster caregivers for homeless animals provide a temporary and loving home for an animal prior to their adoption. Dogs and cats are the most common animals that need a foster home, however there are occasions when we have other animals in need of a foster home.

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2. Why do animals need Foster Care?

 

• Kennel space is needed when our facility is full.

• Some animals don't thrive in a shelter environment, and do better in a home.

• Newborn animals who need to be bottle-fed require the attentive care of a foster caregiver.

• Some animals need time to recover from an illness or injury.

• Some dogs may require a foster home during their heart worm treatment.

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3. Would I be a good foster caregiver?

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If you want to help homeless animals, fostering is a flexible, fun and rewarding volunteer job! Not only do you get to enjoy the company of your foster friend (or friends!), but you also know you're helping to save lives in a big way. Taking an animal into your care until their adoption requires a special kind of person, and if you think you're right for the job we want to hear from you.

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4. Do you provide food and medical care for the animal?

 

Our organization sends all well and age-appropriate animals to their foster homes current on their vaccinations, dewormer and flea prevention. Our dogs, with the exception of dogs needing or undergoing heart worm treatment, are also current on their heart worm prevention. If further medical supplies are needed, our staff will send you home with everything you need.

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Food for your foster animal can be provided by our organization if needed. Foster caregivers are also welcome to provide their animal with a healthy food on their own.

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5. What about my own pets?

 

Please consider how your own pets will adjust to having a foster animal in the home. Some animals do very well with a temporary friend, and can help to socialize the foster animal! On the other hand, some pets may have a hard time with new animals added to the family dynamic, but only you can judge what's best for your family.

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6. Will the foster animal have accidents in the house or cause damage?

 

Foster animals, like any other companion animal, may have bathroom accidents or chew on valuable items. Supervision and preparing a safe place in you home will help prevent most accidents. Crate training for dogs can be especially helpful to keep them safe and out of mischief.​

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