Foster a dog
Dog fostering can be incredibly rewarding. We’ll provide everything you need – and expert support during your four-legged friend’s stay.
Why dog fostering matters
There’s no place like home. For dogs who would benefit from extra care and creature comforts, a stay with a fosterer can do the world of good.
As well as offering an environment better suited to their specific needs, it can help them prepare for life in a permanent home. And it can even make that day come sooner.
Fostering is also a great option for our long-termers who are harder to rehome. Especially dogs with complex medical needs. It can be nice a break from their kennels that makes a real difference to their wellbeing.
Benefits for you
As a dog fosterer, you can take care of a pet when you have the time available to dedicate to them, with no long-term commitment. This can be great if you have a lifestyle which makes it harder to have a pet full-time.
We’ll provide everything your foster dog needs, so it won’t cost you a penny! And our teams will be on-hand at every step with round-the-clock support.
So, why not become a fosterer and play a vital role in our dogs’ journeys to happiness?
What we provide
Once you’re ready to foster, we’ll provide all the supplies you’ll need.
This can include:
- Food and treats
- Long-lasting chews
- Collars
- Leads (including long line)
- Harnesses
- Pet cameras
- Crates
- Seatbelt clips
- Brushes
- Other grooming supplies
Whatever your foster dog needs, we’ll make sure you’ve got it!
How to foster a dog – and what we’re looking for
We’re looking for dog lovers who have experience with a range of dog breeds, sizes and behaviours – especially with larger dogs who can be tricker to find foster homes for.
While we meet all sorts of breeds, Sighthounds are one of the most common types, as well as large guarding breeds including Cane Corsos, Mastiffs and Akitas.
Ideally, you’ll live in a home where no young children (under the age of eight) will be around. You’ll also need to commit to not leaving your four-legged guest alone for more than a couple of hours.
To be eligible, your home must be within a 45-minute drive of our centre in Godmanchester.
If you don’t meet all of the criteria above, please apply anyway. We might still have dogs that could be suitable for you.
Get started by following the steps below.
Got questions?
If you have any questions about fostering, check out our FAQs. Or get in touch if you don’t find the answer you’re looking for – our team will be happy to help.
Apply to become a dog fosterer
Ready to get started? Please fill out the form below (sections marked red are essential).
Your application should take around ten minutes to complete. We hope to hear from you soon!