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FOSTERING SAVES LIVES!
Foster care saves lives and provides temporary refuge for pets whose current condition is not manageable in a shelter setting. For every pet you foster, you save two lives; the life of the foster pet and the one that can take its place in our kennels. Please consider becoming a foster parent to a pet in need. It’s easier than you think!
FOSTER OPPORTUNITIES
Puppies and kittens are dubbed “Bottle Babies” if they are not able to nurse and must rely entirely on being bottle-fed. Most often, these pets come to Aggieland Humane without their mother, so need a dedicated foster to care for them as momma would! Bottle feeding is time-intensive but rewarding work. Bottle baby fosters have a huge impact in saving pets’ lives!
Puppies and kittens must be 8 weeks old in order to be adopted. Before that age, these babies are too young for the shelter environment and need additional care and time to grow. Most of our foster needs fall in this age group – especially kittens!
Oftentimes, pets come to AgHS either pregnant or with a litter of puppies/kittens. An animal shelter can be a very scary place for a new mother and her babies – placing these pets in foster care is the best way to help momma take care of her little ones.
Adult dogs and cats can benefit from foster care too! Whether they need time to adjust, are preparing for an event, or just need a mini-vacation, temporary placement in a foster home can help them better prepare for their forever home.
Not every pet that comes to Aggieland Humane is ready for adoption. Some pets require additional medical or behavioral care to help them prepare. Behaviorally, pets can be shy or nervous and need some socializing in a home setting to help them gain confidence. Medically, many pets often come to AgHS in need of more than just routine medical care. Recovering from surgery or undergoing treatment in a foster home can help a pet heal before adoption.
FOSTER OPPORTUNITIES
Puppies and kittens are dubbed “Bottle Babies” if they are not able to nurse and must rely entirely on being bottle-fed. Most often, these pets come to Aggieland Humane without their mother, so need a dedicated foster to care for them as momma would! Bottle feeding is time-intensive but rewarding work. Bottle baby fosters have a huge impact in saving pets’ lives!
Puppies and kittens must be 8 weeks old in order to be adopted. Before that age, these babies are too young for the shelter environment and need additional care and time to grow. Most of our foster needs fall in this age group – especially kittens!
Oftentimes, pets come to AgHS either pregnant or with a litter of puppies/kittens. An animal shelter can be a very scary place for a new mother and her babies – placing these pets in foster care is the best way to help momma take care of her little ones.
Adult dogs and cats can benefit from foster care too! Whether they need time to adjust, are preparing for an event, or just need a mini-vacation, temporary placement in a foster home can help them better prepare for their forever home.
Not every pet that comes to Aggieland Humane is ready for adoption. Some pets require additional medical or behavioral care to help them prepare. Behaviorally, pets can be shy or nervous and need some socializing in a home setting to help them gain confidence. Medically, many pets often come to AgHS in need of more than just routine medical care. Recovering from surgery or undergoing treatment in a foster home can help a pet heal before adoption.
FAQ
1. Foster parents must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent.
2. Any current pets in the home must be up to date on their vaccinations and county tags.
3. If you rent your property, it is your responsibility to verify that you are allowed to foster. AgHS will not be responsible for fines or fees resulting from pet violations or property damages.
A safe environment for your foster pet where they can receive socialization, exercise, and plenty of love! You must be able to transport your foster pet as needed, whether it’s to AgHS, scheduled vet appointments, adoption events, or meet-and-greets with potential adopters. You must also be available via phone or email to keep AgHS staff updated on your foster pet.
Everything you need! We provide all supplies you’ll need to temporarily house and care for a pet, such as kennels, food, bowls, toys, and other supplies. We also provide all medical care as needed, like vaccines and check ups during the foster period.
Length of stay varies for each individual foster pet. Fosters can stay with you anywhere from a few days to a couple of months, depending on their situation. The time frame for each foster placement will be discussed with you ahead of time.
You can apply to adopt your foster pet! You’ll go through our standard adoption process if/when the pet is available for adoption.
