Fostering is one of the most rewarding ways to help homeless animals. By providing a temporary home, you're giving a pet a safe space to grow, heal, and prepare for adoption. Whether it's for a few weeks or a few months, fostering saves lives!
Why Foster?
Fostering helps us rescue more animals from overcrowded shelters, provide individualized care, and find the best possible match for each pet. As a foster, you'll play a vital role in an animal's journey to a forever home.
What's Provided?
We cover all medical expenses, food, and necessary supplies - you provide the love and care!
Types of Fosters Needed
Puppies
Young animals need socialization, training, and lots of love before they're ready for adoption.
Special Needs & Medical Care
Some pets need extra care due to medical conditions, recovery from surgery, or behavioral training.
Short-Term & Emergency Fosters
We often need temporary fosters for a few days or weeks until a permanent foster or adopter is found.
Borrow-A-Buddy
We also offer Borrow-A-Buddy where you can take a dog out of the shelter for a day or two.
Foster Requirements
You'll need to provide a safe and comfortable environment
Must be 18 years or older
Have appropriate space for the dog, whether it's a house, apartment, or another suitable dwelling
Be prepared to dedicate time for the foster dog's needs, including feeding, exercise, playtime, training, and vet appointment
Be flexible with your schedule as the dog may need extra attention or require a varied routine
Foster dogs may be adjusting to a new environment and may require patience and understanding
Be open to learning about the dog's personality and any training or behavioral needs
While fostering can be deeply rewarding, it's important to be prepared to eventually say goodbye when the dog finds their forever home
Be able to provide basic care, including feeding, grooming, exercise, and, if necessary, administering medication
Have reliable transportation to bring the dog to vet appointments or adoption events, if required
Adhere to the rescue organization's guidelines and requirements for fostering
Be prepared to communicate regularly with Pawsitive Place Rescue about the dog's progress and any concerns
Depending upon the animal(s) fostered, there may be specific, special and additional requirements
How to Get Started
Fill out our Foster Application today! Once submitted, our team will reach out to match you with a pet in need.