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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, please email our outreach coordinator, Belicia: bgarcia@bartholomewhumane.org
Requirements
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Bringing in your foster for routine medical checks
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Bringing in your foster for meet and greets with potential adopters
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Weekly communications with our Foster Coordinator
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Bringing your foster pup to a monthly event (a volunteer can take your pup instead if needed!)
Benefits
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Fostering is FREE - all supplies, including food, are provided
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Any necessary routine medical care required while fostering is covered by BCHS
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Training help can be provided if needed
FOSTER FAQ
How much does it cost?
Nada! Zilch! No really, its free. We give all the food, toys, supplies, and provide routine medical treatment.
What is my role as a foster pawrent?
Your role is to help with the transition of a stressful and scary shelter to a calm, loving home. This transition allows dogs or cats to decompress and show their true colors. Learning about their behavior and how they do in the home setting is vital to getting them adopted into their forever home. This sets up first time adopters for success, helping reduce returns and overall stress of the animals. From short term medical fosters to watching bottle baby kittens grow, you can help make a difference.
How will I promote my foster pet?
We will routinely share your foster on our social media! This is where it is vital to share photos, videos, and any information about your foster to us. We need all the content we can get to truly showcase your foster!