Become a Foster. Be the Bridge to a Forever Home.

Fostering helps us say yes to more animals in need, since we don’t have a physical shelter (yet). It’s temporary care that makes a lifelong difference.

Why Fostering Matters

Fostering saves lives, literally.

Every time someone fosters, it opens space for us to take in another animal that might otherwise be left behind. Whether its a kitten too small for adoption, a senior dog recovering from surgery, or a pup adjusting to life off the streets, fosters make rescue possible.

Here's What You Might Be Expected to Provide:

Here's What You Might Be Expected to Provide:

We’ll handle the rest - food, supplies, vetting, and support.

We’ll handle the rest - food, supplies, vetting, and support.

A safe, loving space (home or apartment works).

A safe, loving space (home or apartment works).

A safe, loving space (home or apartment works).

Daily care: feeding, playtime, cleanup.

Daily care: feeding, playtime, cleanup.

Daily care: feeding, playtime, cleanup.

Transport to/from vet appointments or meet-and-greets (when possible).

Transport to/from vet appointments or meet-and-greets (when possible).

Transport to/from vet appointments or meet-and-greets (when possible).

Communication: send us updates and photos to help find their forever home.

Communication: send us updates and photos to help find their forever home.

Communication: send us updates and photos to help find their forever home.

Patience and compassion as they adjust.

Patience and compassion as they adjust.

Patience and compassion as they adjust.

Becoming a Foster Is Easy

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Fill Out a Foster Application

Tell us about yourself, your home, and what kind of animal you'd feel confident fostering.

There’s a $20 application fee, which helps support our rescue work.

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Interview & Virtual Home Check

If your application is a good fit, we’ll set up a short video call and get to know you and your space.

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Join Pawsitive Foster Family

Once approved, you’ll be added to our foster network and notified when animals need placement. We’ll provide everything you need, and stay with you every step of the way.

Still Have Questions? We’ve Got You.

How long do I need to foster an animal?

How does your rescue work?

How long do I need to foster an animal?

Can I foster if I already have pets?

Can I foster if I already have pets?

Can I foster if I already have pets?

Can I foster if I work full-time?

Can I foster if I work full-time?

Can I foster if I work full-time?

What if I can’t continue fostering midway?

What if I can’t continue fostering midway?

What if I can’t continue fostering midway?

What if I fall in love and want to adopt?

What if I fall in love and want to adopt?

What if I fall in love and want to adopt?

Ready to Foster? Let’s Get Started.

It only takes a little space and a lot of heart.