As a foster parent you commit to care for the dog in a loving and safe environment until a permanent home is found.
Fostering duration can vary from a few days to some months. Please note that puppies are not placed in foster care.
Even though foster care is temporary, it is a commitment, and you will need to:
- Have suitable experience with the type/needs of the dog and be prepared to housetrain if required (we will provide advice on how to do this)
- Contact your Foster Coordinator on a fortnightly basis (phone or email)*
- To assist with the possible adoption of the dog by meeting with potential owners and providing relevant information on the animal, its temperament and needs
- Pay $100 deposit (refundable when dog is adopted or continuous if you remain fostering)
- Advise us of any health issues or injuries and get approval from DoggieRescue prior to incurring any veterinary costs
- Be prepared to keep the dog until it finds a home
* Your Foster Coordinator will be based as close to you geographically as possible and is an experienced dog owner/handler able to offer or seek advice on any training/behavioural issues. This person will also field all initial enquiries about the dog.
If you are interested in becoming a Foster Carer please contact Doggie Rescue on 02 9486 3133. All Foster Carers need to complete the Foster Questionnaire form to help us find the right foster dog for you.
