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 Fostering Saves Lives 

BECOME A FOSTER PARENT.

Fostering is important to both the animals being fostered and the animals we're able to take into the shelter in their place. Some animals just don't don't do well in the shelter environment. A foster home gives animals who might be stressed or anxious in the shelter the chance to let their true personalities shine. Foster parents can learn valuable information about the their foster that can help us pair them with the perfect adopter.

How do I become a foster?

If you're interested in helping us save lives by opening your heart and home to homeless animals, fill out our Foster Application below. With other questions, email us: info@bartholomewhumane.org

Requirements
  • Commitment to a minimum of 3 weeks and a maximum of 4 months

  • Weekly communication

  • Work with us to find solutions to any problems that arise

  • Work with us to find potential adopters

  • Your foster animal will remain available for adoption on our website

Benefits
  • Fostering is FREE - all supplies, including food, are provided

  • Any necessary routine medical care required while fostering is covered by BCHS

  • Training help can be provided if needed

Address: 4415 E 200 S, Columbus, IN 47201
Phone: (812) 372-6063

Email: info@bartholomewhumane.org​

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