Fostering

Thank you for considering fostering for us. We are always on the lookout for fosters to join us, as you are a crucial part of helping our dogs find  their new homes!  Fostering can be very rewarding but not without its own challenge! Fostering allows us to assess and evaluate the dogs in a home environment which helps us find them the perfect home. Sometimes we need an emergency foster home.   

Many of our dogs have never been in a home before so will require a lot of patience and guidance. This is where you come in. Can you open your home and your heart, however briefly to a dog in need. They may be with you a few days, or a few weeks, possibly even longer if they have additional needs, but they all need love and understanding shown to them in order for them to grow.  

Fostering is such a great experience and knowing you've helped save one dog from the  streets is so heart-warming!  You will get as much support from us as you need. We have a dedicated foster chat which you will be added to, and the team will be around for any questions or concerns you may have.   In order to become a foster for us, you must fill in our foster form (please contact us). Once you've filled in the form, we do ask that you message us via FB messenger as it makes it easier for us to keep in touch with you. We also ask that you can send us through some home and garden photos so we  know what we're working with.  After we have received your form and the above, someone from the team will give you a call for a chat and to learn a bit more about your animal  experience.   We will then do a home check to ensure you have  a safe space.  You will of course need permission from your landlord if you rent, specifically to foster, before  applying.  

Being able to access and use Facebook messenger is a must as this is how we get updates about our transport. Sending us pictures and updates is a necessity as this is what helps us  find them their perfect home!    What we ask from you -  We ask that you cover the cost of food whilst they're in your care, along with beds, toys etc as you would for your own dog. We will cover all vet bills for visits that have been approved by us, but we must be made aware of any issues as soon as possible before going to the vets, unless of course  in an emergency.   

Some basic training for the dogs such as toilet- training, possible lead training and some good manners. Obviously we know this isn't always guaranteed as it depends on the dog and how they settle, but we appreciate the work you do  put into them.   That you let us know if you have any time constraints. This will enable us to help match you with a suitable dog, obviously we won't be asking you to foster the terrified pup who needs a lot of time to learn to trust, if you can only foster for a  couple of weeks.   That you are comfortable with administering medicine or basic first aid to a dog if required.  Lots of photo's and updates on the dog in your care. This enables us to advertise them and find them the best possible home. You will know these dogs better than anyone so its essential that you keep us up to date on their progress so we can make the best match in their interest.   Ensure that your fosters do not leave the house for the first 48 hours after they arrive, even for  walks. This is a legal requirement! 

Do you have the following?      

A lot of patience, time and commitment?  You will need to have the time to spend  with your foster dog, to help them come out of their shell and give them guidance. So ideally you will not be working full time. These dogs will need help learning where to go to the toilet, what they can and cannot chew,  lead training, getting used to new noises and sometimes, just how to be a dog! They cannot do this if there is no one home  for most of the day.  

Dog savviness?  We need people with dog experience already as fostering dogs can sometimes be a challenge! We would love to hear from people who have dealt  with behaviour or medical issues as sometimes some of our dogs need a bit of extra help.   

Child free or pet free home?  Whilst we are happy to place our younger pups and well socialised dogs into foster homes with children, we will only place shy adults or oldies in homes that are child free, as we cannot say for certain how they will react.  Some of our dogs do not get on with cats or other dogs so can only be placed in foster homes  without these.  

A private and secure garden?  For obvious reasons, we can only place dogs into foster homes that have a private and secure garden. Last thing we need is an escapee. This is why one of our requirements is that foster dogs have a slip lead on them at all times whilst out in the garden and indoors for the first couple of  weeks.