Fostering
Why Do Dogs Need Foster Homes?
We need foster homes because dogs are going to be euthanized at local shelters. Sometimes we send out a plea on Facebook for help when several dogs have been held way past their euthanization date. The staff just couldn't put them down. These special dogs need help immediately.
Some animals are perfectly fit for a loving family while others need a little help getting back on their feet. Below are some common issues that animals rescued from shelters face. Often times, an animal will be euthanized before it has a chance because shelters don’t have the time/resources to deal with less than perfect pets.
Fixable/Treatable problems of shelter animals
When fostering a dog, either a dog already at N.A.B.S. or a dog we choose to rescue from a shelter, N.A.B.S. will cover vet visits, provide food, ect. All you need to do is provide a temporary home and lots of love and attention. When fostering a dog the dog will be posted on our website. However, most adoptions occur due to our mobile adoption sites. We ask that you make your foster available to meet potential adopters by taking them to our mobile adoption site as often as possible. Go to the 'Current & Past Events' tab to see which Petco, Petsmart, or Tractor Supply we are at, and We are at the Petco on 646 and I45 every Saturday from 12:00 until 4:00 and we would like your foster dog to come as much as they can. When the dog needs to go to the vet, N.A.B.S. will cover the visit as long as we are consulted about the visit and you take them to our vet. N.A.B.S. will screen all potential adopters of your foster dog with you, so the best decision can be made for the dog. The length of time a dog stays with its foster parents varies from dog to dog, normally around a few months, but we make every effort to find them homes quickly. All of our fosters can attest to the fact that fostering is a rewarding, life changing experience.
What if I fall in love with my foster dog and want to keep him?
If you decide you can not part with your foster dog, as many fosters do with at least one, you can adopt him or her.
Some animals are perfectly fit for a loving family while others need a little help getting back on their feet. Below are some common issues that animals rescued from shelters face. Often times, an animal will be euthanized before it has a chance because shelters don’t have the time/resources to deal with less than perfect pets.
Fixable/Treatable problems of shelter animals
- They are too young for a permanent home
- A mother has an unweaned litter
- An animal is malnourished
- Socialization - dogs need socialization should go to foster homes with previous experience working w/dogs
- Minor infectious disease - animals that need extra time before they can be adopted so they can get well. (i.e. The most common infectious disease is coccidiosis, which may need fostering for up to 4 weeks. Mange requires 6 weeks. Ringworm requires 4-6 weeks. Upper respiratory infections require 7 to 21 days of treatment but will need to be kept in a foster home for an additional 2-3 weeks.)
When fostering a dog, either a dog already at N.A.B.S. or a dog we choose to rescue from a shelter, N.A.B.S. will cover vet visits, provide food, ect. All you need to do is provide a temporary home and lots of love and attention. When fostering a dog the dog will be posted on our website. However, most adoptions occur due to our mobile adoption sites. We ask that you make your foster available to meet potential adopters by taking them to our mobile adoption site as often as possible. Go to the 'Current & Past Events' tab to see which Petco, Petsmart, or Tractor Supply we are at, and We are at the Petco on 646 and I45 every Saturday from 12:00 until 4:00 and we would like your foster dog to come as much as they can. When the dog needs to go to the vet, N.A.B.S. will cover the visit as long as we are consulted about the visit and you take them to our vet. N.A.B.S. will screen all potential adopters of your foster dog with you, so the best decision can be made for the dog. The length of time a dog stays with its foster parents varies from dog to dog, normally around a few months, but we make every effort to find them homes quickly. All of our fosters can attest to the fact that fostering is a rewarding, life changing experience.
What if I fall in love with my foster dog and want to keep him?
If you decide you can not part with your foster dog, as many fosters do with at least one, you can adopt him or her.
Cold weather is coming! We need more foster homes!
Why do N.A.B.S.’ Animals need Foster Homes?
Primarily because they are slated to be euthanized at local shelters. Some animals are perfectly fit for a loving family while others need a little help getting back on their feet. Below are some common issues that animals rescued from shelters face. Often times, an animal will be euthanized before it has a chance because shelters don’t have the time/resources to deal with “less than perfect” pets.
Fixable/Treatable problems of shelter animals
- They are too young for a permanent home
- A mother has an unweaned litter
- An animal is malnourished
- Socialization—animals that need socialization should go to foster homes with previous experience working with animals.
- Minor infectious disease—animals that need extra time before they can be adopted so they can get well. (i.e. The most common infectious disease is coccidiosis, which may need fostering for up to 4 weeks. Ringworm requires 4-6 weeks. Upper respiratory infections require 7 days of treatment but will need to be kept in a foster home for an additional 2-3 weeks.)
How can I help with a Mobile Adoption?
Volunteering to come to the mobile adoption site is an easier way to become actively involved in the lives and needs of these wonderful animals. We need people who are interested in working as an adoption counselor, keeping the animals in their best shape possible to find their “forever families” (i.e. grooming, cage cleaning, walking, etc.), and setting up/breaking down the mobile adoption equipment such as cages, signs, etc. This is a great way for our younger children to get involved as well.
