Fostering

Foster Mission:

Identifying special needs animals to be housed, loved and cared for by approved foster parents until Foothills Animal Shelter determines the animal(s) is ready for adoption.

What are Foster Parents?

Foster Parents are volunteers of Foothills Animal Shelter who provide temporary homes for select animals who may have special needs and/or require additional marketing to find a new family.

Applying: To fill out a Volunteer Application CLICK HERE . Please note you are required to complete both the general volunteer and foster sections of the application. Additionally, you will need to set an appointment for an interview with our Foster Care Coordinator.

The Home Visit: Foothills Animal Shelter and state law requires a home visit for all new foster families. A designated person will come to your home to get to know you and your family.

Create a Profile: During the home visit, we will create a profile of the animals who would best fit in your home environment.

Foster: When a foster animal is available for your situation, we will contact you and you can begin fostering.

Why Do Animals Need to be Fostered?

• Animals too young to be adopted

• Moms and nursing offspring

• Animals who need socialization

• Adoptable animals who need TLC in a home environment

• Animals with upper respiratory illness or kennel cough

This position is a rewarding opportunity for families who would like to volunteer together, but cannot volunteer at the Shelter. All family members can assist in the care of the animals being fostered. Foster families provide a loving temporary home to animals in need.  Please sign up for this important program today!

Questions: Contact the Foster Care Coordinator at 720-407-5231 or jgault@fas4pets.org.