Have you ever thought of becoming a foster carer?
Foster caring is a very rewarding experience and very much like being a “normal” pet owner, but only short term! The more foster carers we have, the more lives we can save. Without foster carers, we would be forced to turn away many unwanted, stray or orphaned pets.
Animals may require fosters for many reasons, including that they are:
Animals may require fosters for many reasons, including that they are:
- Too young to be adopted
- Not ready or waiting to be adopted
- They may come to us pregnant or with a litter
- Unwell and need a place to recover
- They have been neglected and need special care
What are my responsibilities as a foster carer?
Your job as a foster carer is to temporarily share your living space with a rescue animal, and to provide the animal with basic care and love. Important roles may include feeding, cleaning, grooming, training and socialising your foster animal, with a focus on its overall general well-being.
How long will I have the animal for?
This may depend on a variety of factors including age, health status, temperament, etc. Some of the animals come to us needing more care than others. Others may just need a home to stay while they are waiting to receive veterinary treatment to be re-homed.
Will it cost me anything?
We provide you with food, bedding, litter and everything else that you will need to care for your foster animal, including any veterinary treatment that they may require. However, anything that you may want to purchase for your foster animal is optional and greatly appreciated.
Why should I foster?
Foster care gives these animals a chance at life, and an opportunity to experience genuine love and care that they may not have had ever before. Once they are shown some kindness and love, the transition is amazing and it is a very rewarding experience to be able to see your foster orphan grow and
develop. If you’ve ever thought of sharing your home with one of our rescues, the perfect time is now in the height of kitten season.
We would love to hear from you, so please contact us if you have any queries!
To apply to become a foster carer, download and complete the 'LV&F Volunteer Foster Carer Application' form below:
develop. If you’ve ever thought of sharing your home with one of our rescues, the perfect time is now in the height of kitten season.
We would love to hear from you, so please contact us if you have any queries!
To apply to become a foster carer, download and complete the 'LV&F Volunteer Foster Carer Application' form below:
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