Foster families provide temporary care in their homes for special needs animals until they are ready to be adopted. A few reasons for animals to be placed in foster care are:
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Animals that are too young – may need to be bottle fed or given a few weeks growth time to reach an adoptable age/size.
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Nursing mothers who need a quiet place to raise their babies, or a place to stay while their milk dries up AFTER feeding their babies.
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Dogs undergoing heart worm treatment – a 6 – 8 week commitment, sometimes longer.
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Animals with minor illnesses – Most common are Upper Respiratory Infection or Kennel Cough. These can be a 10 – 14 day commitment at the minimum.
- Rescued animals that have sustained injuries and need a place to recuperate.