Open Your Heart and Home: Become a Foster for Animals In Need
Fostering an animal is one of the most rewarding ways to make a difference in the life of a homeless pet. By providing temporary care in your home, you help us save more lives, giving cats and dogs the time they need to find their forever families. Foster families expand the Animal Orphanage’s ability to care for animals beyond the walls of the shelter by giving pets a warm, loving environment to heal, grow, and flourish.
Whether you're an experienced pet parent or a first-time foster, we'll support you every step of the way. We provide all the needed supplies including pet food, litter, crates, toys, bedding, and necessary medicine. Ready to help? Contact us to learn more.
Why Foster?
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Save Lives: Every pet you foster creates space in the shelter for another animal in need.
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Experience the Joy of Animals: Enjoy the companionship of a pet without a long-term commitment.
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Make a Difference: Help pets prepare for adoption by giving them love, training, and socialization.
What to Expect as a New Foster Parent
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Temporary Commitment: Fostering can last anywhere from a few days to several months, depending on the pet's needs.
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Provided Supplies: The Animal Orphanage covers food, medical care, and supplies – you just provide the love and care.
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Support System: Our team is here to help with training tips, behavioral guidance, and emergency care if needed.
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Dog Fosters Needed!!
Our shelter is at capacity, and we need kind-hearted fosters to step up and make a difference for our dogs. By opening your home to a foster dog, you provide them with a safe, loving environment while we work to find their forever family.
Fostering helps give dogs a break from the shelter, reducing stress and improving their well-being. It also helps us learn more about the dog’s personality in a home setting, making it easier to match them with the perfect adopter. We provide the food, supplies, and veterinary care—all you need to provide is love and a temporary home.
Whether you can foster for a few days, weeks, or longer, every bit helps! Please email us today if you’re interested in becoming a dog foster or learning more.
