Save the life of a cat or dog, kitten or puppy by becoming a foster parent. Every new foster family means another pet rescued from over-burdened public shelters.
What an ARF foster provides.
For cats and kittens, an extra room in the home is required home foster pets can be isolated from personal pets. A little extra time each day to care for and play with the foster pet, so he or she is well socialized when it's time to move into a new adoptive home. Finally, personal pets should be current on vaccines, including Bordatella for dogs.
What does ARF provide?
ARF provides information and support so your experience will be positive. The basics - food and litter, training crates, collars and leashes - are provided. In addition, ARF provides any veterinary care needed, including vaccinations, testing, medications, and spay/neuter services. There is no cost to the foster.
How long will the ARF animal be in the foster's home? That depends on the age and circumstances of the foster pet chosen. The animal may be with the foster for anywhere from a few days to several months.
What are the benefits of being a foster parent? The answers are as varied as the people who become foster parents. Some of the most common comments ARF receives are: 1) the satisfaction of knowing you were directly responsible for saving an animal's life, 2) the joy of raising kittens and puppies for a few weeks without the responsibility of a longer term commitment, and 3) the chance to work with your kids on a great family project which is not only fun but also teaches responsibility.
For additional information on becoming a foster parent, please email ARF's Foster Coordinator.
