Fostering a dog is a great way to offer a loving home for a distressed dog. It may seem like a formidable task, but it's a very tangible way to make a difference. Everyone benefits: The foster volunteer gets to spend time with a special dog, and the rescue gains space for a new dog. The foster dog gets a second chance at becoming a cherished pet. The new owners get a dog that is better adapted to home life, and therefore has a better chance of remaining in the new home permanently.
What is expected of the volunteer?
- Make the foster dog feel like they are a part of your family
- Provide food
- Basic obedience, including but not limited to:
o Sit
o Down
o Easy
o Walking on a leash
o Off
o Leave it
o Not jumping
o Mouthing
o Potty training
o Crate training
- Must bring your foster dog to at least 1 adoption event per month.
What does the Rescue provide? Typical Rescues will provide the following:
- A crate if the volunteer doesn’t have one
- A collar and leash if the volunteer can’t afford to purchase one
- Bowls, toys and other items as the Rescue has donations to offer
- Regular vet care – all dogs will come to you vaccinated and spayed or neutered
- Another benefit to being a foster parent for Ruff Road Rescue is you get *FREE pet sitting from Play Time Pet Care when you have to leave your dogs at home.
For more information on being a foster family please contact Ruff Road Rescue at http://www.ruffroadrescue.com/Volunteering.html
Jenna Trethewey
Play Time Pet Care
480-292-9735
*Must live in the service area of Play Time Pet Care and subject to availability.
