Fostering Process

To be a Foster Carer means:

  • To take care of a pet on behalf of an Animal Rescue, Shelter or Vet.
  • Volunteer for the care of cats/kittens, dogs/puppies, pocket pets, farm animals etc
  • Temporary Care – several weeks and in some cases, several months.
  • Vet Visits – at least 1 for desexing, vaccination. They may need surgery, and return visits are needed.
  • After the completion of vet work, your pet is then adoption ready and advertised.
  • Your foster pet must always be at your property and not live elsewhere.
  • Teach your dog: to walk on lead, basic commands, dog manners and toilet training, if needed.
  • Teach your cat: socialisation with other cats, kitty litter use, cat manners in the home.
  • Have you thought of doing Foster-to-Adopt? While you foster a pet you can see if the pet is a good fit for you, if not, the pet can be adopted to another person, and you remain the foster carer until it is re-homed.
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All pets are to receive the best care you can provide and are to be kept as safe as humanly possible, e.g. safe transport, safely meeting other dogs, given correct dog foods, supplied with fresh water and warm sleeping area and provided with socialisation with humans and children (if possible).


Animal Rescues use their own preferred vets. Make sure to ask what areas their vets are located so the drive to the vet is not too long.


Animal Rescues pay for all veterinary work: in addition, they may also supply:


  • medications for flea/worm
  • heartworm treatment
  • tick treatment
  • cat or dog food

Please search our Animal Rescues for a rescue that is either near you or that suits your preferences.