‍A foster parent is essential to helping an animal who isn’t quite yet ready for adoption yet. The pet may need time outside of the shelter for behavior or health reasons. Examples include a nursing mother cat who needs a quiet, safe home until her kittens are weaned, or a shy dog who needs socialization and a cozy home to come out of his shell. Bringing a foster animal into your home often requires a commitment of weeks to months but the rewards are immeasurable!
Please note: Fostering is not for those who want a “trial adoption” before making a commitment – it’s for those who want to help care for Furry Friends’ animals and help them on their way to finding forever homes.

‍Fostering might last from a week to a month or more. The length depends on each animal’s situation. Most animals come back to the shelter every few weeks for vet rechecks and some come back during the day to meet potential adopters.

‍Recent data indicate that even a short period out of the shelter helps improve the emotional state of dogs and cats. Please let our Volunteer Coordinator know if you have time constraints– the Coordinator will work to ensure that the needs of the foster parent and the pet are compatible.

‍You might take care of a dog who needs to decompress from shelter life, an underage animal who needs to grow, new moms feeding and raising pups or kittens, or a pet that needs socialization.

‍No – we provide the food, vet care, and supplies. As a foster parent, you provide the love, time, and attention.

‍Our clinic provides all veterinary care, though we may send you and your foster pet to an offsite veterinary hospital for additional treatment.