Fosters

Our foster families, like our volunteers, are a very important part of Mostly Mutts. When we have families willing to take in dogs from the shelter, it helps save lives who might otherwise be euthanized.

Mostly Mutts, of course, reimburses families for a dog's food and/or medical expenses. The organization can also provide common supplies such as crates/kennels, food and water bowls, etc. as necessary.

Some special foster families become responsible for temporary care and rehabilitation of injured, pregnant, or sick dogs. Some common sicknesses we help with are heartworms, mange, and other ailments. Often times, we try to find foster families willing take in litters of puppies until they're old enough to be adopted. This helps significantly reduce overcrowding at animal control shelters.

It can also be necessary for foster dogs to be socialized and learn to trust people. Sometimes they have been neglected, abused, or mistreated. It is important to help dogs adapt to living in a house, and possibly be potty trained, leash trained, and kennel or crate trained.

Once you have kept a foster pet for a week or two, you'll be asked to describe the dog's personality, likes, and dislikes in order to help get the dog adopted to a great and loving family.

Click here to learn more and apply to be a foster