So, you're thinking about fostering a dog? Wonderful! Foster homes are the root of dog rescue. We work entirely out of foster homes so we depend on these homes as do the dogs. By providing a temporary safe haven for a dog, you are giving that dog the gift of life. We need all the help we can get to provide as many dogs as possible with a second chance at life. We are in need of homes that are willing to provide fully vaccinated dogs with this opportunity. Fostering a dog is not a financial burden as all expenses are covered by the organization, nor is it a chore. Fostering a dog is a fun, rewarding experience. When these dogs come out of local shelters, they are in need of TLC and a safe place. You become their savior by giving them the chance at a new life. Fosterdogs.com is a highly recommended & informative website that can help you decide if fostering is right for you.

You can download an application for fostering here.

As a foster for K-9 New Life, you will be providing a safe, loving environment for an abandoned or abused dog to begin the process of becoming a beloved pet.

K-9 New Life Responsibilities:

• Provide food

• Provide veterinary care

• Provide medication

• Provide a crate

• Set up spay/neuter appointment & provide payment

• Provide Foster Coordinator & emergency contact information

Foster Home Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe environment for the animal to rehabilitate

• Begin basic training (potty training, basic commands)

• Provide transportation to veterinary appointments, adoption shows, etc.

• Set up meet & greet times with prospective adopters

• Notify K-9 New Life Foster Coordinator of any medical or behavioral problems observed, or when you need any K-9 New Life provided supplies