WE ARE ALWAYS IN NEED OF FOSTER HOMES!
We do not have a shelter and are strictly foster home run, so that means, we can only rescue as many dogs as we have foster homes for. Foster homes are the backbone of our rescue. Being a rescued dog foster is one of the most selfless and challenging things that a person can do to help animals in need.
Fostering is a hard job, don't get me wrong, but it is also very rewarding to know that you gave a dog that would otherwise have been euthanized a second chance at finding a family to love them.
Many of these dogs only want someone to play with them, feed them and love them. They need a little training, socialization and guidance before they can be placed. Many need to be fed some good food and receive veterinarian care.
We let these dogs steal our hearts and then love them enough to help them find a new family.
It is tough to see them go after you put so much time and effort into loving and caring for them, but when you see the happiness in their eyes when they meet their forever families, it makes it all worthwhile and you can move on to help the next dog that needs the special attention and love only a foster home can provide.
It will be tough, but we are here to support and guide you along the way and it gets easier the more you do it! Please fill out a foster application now.
WANT TO HELP BUT CAN'T FOSTER?
We desperately need help in the following areas:
*Screening Applicants
*Adoption Counseling
*Transporting dogs
*Behavior Counseling
*Fund Raising
*Home Visits
*Staff booths
*Shelter Contact
*Maintaining lists of dogs
*Post available dog
*Other
10 reasons you should consider taking a foster into your home.
1. Comfortable environment Some dogs don’t do well in a shelter environment. They may be elderly or frightened of the smells and sounds. These dogs have a much greater chance of being adopted if they’re placed in a home environment and are given some TLC.
2. Free veterinary care If a foster dog needs veterinary care, it is the responsibility of the rescue to provide it. We can even provide food and other supplies to foster homes.
3. Companionship Fostering a dog can be a rewarding experience for anyone of any age! As long as you are allowed to have pets in your home you can enjoy the companionship of a dog needing a temporary home.
4. Help With adoptive match-making You’ll learn the little details about the dog’s personality. This is an incredible gift to individuals looking to adopt a dog. You’ll be able to inform them of all the strong points as well as areas that need to be focused on if they are considering your foster.
5. Playmate for your other dogs If you already have a dog, fostering can provide your pooch with a companion and playmate.
6. Great experience for children Fostering teaches children about compassion and generosity.
7. Allow shelters-rescues to help one more dog You are making room for another dog at the shelter. One more open run or kennel means one less dog put to sleep. Fostering means that you save a life.
8. Learning opportunity You’ll be able to learn about canine behavior, grooming and social interactions as you spend time with your foster dog.
9. Participate In Positive Changes Having a foster dog allows you to actively participate in the rehabilitation of a traumatized or needy dog. Witnessing the progress your foster makes due to the attention and security given in your home is priceless.
10. Satisfying experience Most of all, fostering is incredibly satisfying. The day your foster dog finds his perfect forever home might be a sad one for you, but know that he wouldn’t be where he is without all of your efforts and affection!?