FOSTER PROCESS & FAQ

THE FOSTER PROCESS

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Once you’ve found an animal you’d like to foster (or if you just want to foster in general!), the first step is to fill out an application to foster.
 
Simply complete the form, and we’ll review your application and references before reaching out to you (usually within 72 hours).
 
We’ll then connect you with the animal you requested (if applicable), or a different animal that we think will be a good match.
 
We provide all medical care through our veterinary hospital and emergency care if needed. Fosters are responsible for transportation to and from veterinary appointments, and, of course, caring for their foster pet!
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While we do provide supplies and donations, a foster may purchase something of their own liking if we do not have that item in stock. 

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F.A.Q.

Yes, as long as they are well socialized and interact well with other animals. We also require that your pets be up-to-date with vaccinations. However, no matter how well your foster gets along with your pets, we recommend a gradual introduction period and that you keep them separated at first when you are not there to supervise. This is for the safety and well-being of all animals.

The foster stay varies with each cat and dog depending on the animal’s specific needs. Animals with special needs may need to stay in foster care for a period of months, while some may stay only a few days; it depends on the individual animal’s situation. However, you can sign up to be a temp or emergency foster, where you will be called to hold an animal waiting to go to another foster or watch a foster while someone is on vacation!

Yes, our fosters are very involved in the decision-making for their forever family. We rely on our fosters – the ones who spend so much time getting to know their animal. The fosters are an essential part of determining what the perfect home is for them.

There are many benefits of fostering an animal!

  • Many people want to volunteer directly with animals, but lack the time to do so in a shelter environment.
  • Some may want to experience the joys of a companion animal in the home, but are not ready for the long-term commitment of adoption.

Yes! Fosters often fall in love with an animal they are fostering. We encourage these “foster fails”!

Yes!  We will just require proof of pets allowed and/or landlord’s permission. 

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