Our foster program stands as a vital asset in our efforts to rescue more animals. It plays a critical role in enhancing the well-being of the animals under our care and boosting adoption rates. Foster homes offer temporary shelter to animals in need, delivering invaluable benefits to both the fostered animal and the fostering family.
We are continually seeking new foster families to provide care for puppies, kittens, cats, and dogs! Rest assured, we will supply you with necessary supplies and offer basic medical care for your fostered animal(s).
Before applying, please read the following requirements.
-
Be sure to have contact info for at least one of the CCHS volunteers in case there is a problem
-
All vet care needs to be approved through CCHS
-
Heartworm Prevention and Flea and Tick meds will be given to you by CCHS. CCHS will email you when meds are due.
-
If for any reason you can not keep foster at your home you must contact your CCHS volunteer right away.
-
CCHS foster dogs should be on a leash at all times or contained in a fenced area when outside.
-
CCHS foster dogs are not allowed to be brought to dog parks.
-
Fosters should frequently post to our Facebook page and share personality with potential adopters.
-
All potential adopters must fill out an application and be approved prior to setting up meet and greet.
-
You agree to either bring your foster to veterinary appointments, adoption events, and spay or neuter appointments or to allow CCHS to make alternate transportation arrangements for these appointments.
-
If you are going out of town or need a temporary foster please contact your CCHS contact.
-
We highly encourage you to work with your foster on their manners.
-
Be careful when introducing your foster pet to other animals. Be especially careful when it comes to toys and treats.
-
If you need food, bowls, leashes, collars, or anything at all let us know.
-
When your foster is adopted or returned CCHS will expect any items you borrowed to be returned.
-
If you have a vacation planned and need placement please contact your CCHS volunteer so we can make arrangements. Please give us as much notice as possible.
-
You must immediately notify CCHS if your foster is lost or stolen.
-
CCHS provides no guarantee as to the health of the foster animal. The foster animal may have significant medical needs, socialization problems, and may not be housebroken.