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Not everyone is in a position to adopt a dog, which is why DoggieRescue runs a foster program making it easy for caring dog lovers to make an immediate difference. Meet our top ten doggies desperate for a foster home. These are most frequently doggies who have spent a long time in the shelter and are in urgent need of some quiet time in a loving home. Find out what doggies you could help right now by calling 02 9486 3133. |
“Fostering is not a life time commitment. I see it as an act of love by sharing your home for a few weeks or months. DoggieRescue continues to cover any medical costs and searching for a permanent home for the doggie.” |
DoggieRescue foster Mum, Julie Hoskison is currently caring for 10 year old foxy, Jorge. “One dog placed in a foster home, means there is one space at the DoggieRescue shelter, and another dog can be rescued from the pound. It is that simple,” Julie says.
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Arthur & Zapper 6yo Scruffy terrier boys who entertain each other. They who would suit an adult family with secure fencing who are working longer hours. home.
Toby 3yo Foxy X Terrier – Toby loves other dogs and is playful but shy with people. Toby would suit an adult family with rescue dog experience.
Dodge 3yo Foxy X who would love the active beach life and lots of ball games.
Hutch 9yo Mini Foxy boy. An apartment friendly, cat friendly boy seeking the quiet life!.
George 3yo Mini Foxy X Chihuahua. George is apartment friendly and would suit a calm environment. He rarely barks.
Cookie 3yo Mini Foxy X – Cookie is a 3.5kg handbag sized dog that suit an apartment environment. Too cute for words!
Rumour – 2-3yo Chihuahua X Foxy with an arthritic knee. Not too much exercise is needed here. She is a smart loyal girl with a short coat.
Princess Sparkle – 4yo medium sized Jack Russell X. She is a sleek young lady who is good with male dogs. She has a gentle side and would cope with longer hours providing she gets lots of exercise with her humans.
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.
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