FOSTER CARERS URGENTLY NEEDED
DoggieRescue operates without an animal shelter and is desperately
in need of temporary refuge for its rescued dogs. With a grave shortage
of foster homes we are unable to take on many death row dogs - by offering
a dog your home for a short time, you are literally saving a life!
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:
Ø 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)
Ø Contact your Foster Coordinator on a fortnightly basis (phone
or email)*
Ø Take the dog to our Adoption Centres (Drummoyne or Alexandria)
on Saturday or Sunday on a fortnightly roster
Ø 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
Ø Pay $100 deposit (refundable when dog is adopted or continuous
if you remain fostering)
Ø Advise us of any health issues or injuries and get approval
from DoggieRescue prior to incurring any veterinary costs
Ø 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.
HELP US SAVE A LIFE NOW!
Contact our Foster Supervisor – Monika (after 7pm weekdays or
on Saturday/Sunday). Monika’s role
is to discuss your requirements and find the most suitable foster dog
for you. Please fill in the attached form to help us find the right
foster dog for you. (click here)
