A fosterer provides a rescued animal with a temporary custodian to humanely care for it until a suitable permanent home is found. If we are going to make a difference in the number of animals killed each year because there is not enough space to house them, then becoming a foster parent is a priority. It is important, valuable work and, best of all, it saves lives.

Become A Foster Home

Every day, thousands of dogs and cats don't ever make it into a new home simply because there is no room in shelters and humane societies to take them all. Foster homes offer a vital alternative to this sad situation.

To foster an animal for Second Chance, you must be 21 years of age and all members of your household must agree to the foster arrangement.

Simply fill out our Foster Application and mail it to us. We will review your application and upon approval from our board, you will become a Foster Home. An online printable Foster Application is located here.

You will be strongly encouraged to participate in Rescue fund raisers, especially those where the animals are invited to attend to meet the public and hopefully, their new forever owner!

Would I Make a Good Foster Home?
Here are some questions to ask yourself:

Do I have the time to spend with a new family member?

You don’t need to be home all day to be a foster home, but if your job keeps you away for ten or more hours a day, then consider an adult cat rather than a dog. Cats need time and attention, but usually don’t require as much training.

Do I have the skills?

The animals that need foster care the most are those that need some training. Learning basic obedience will help your new charge get and keep a permanent home. Also, learning about dog and cat health issues is important for a foster household. You need to know what is serious and what can wait until morning.

Can I say good-bye?

This is the big one. Giving up an animal you’ve fostered, even to a wonderful new home, can be difficult emotionally. But it gets easier over time, especially when you get used to having a flow of animals.

It’s helpful if you can be there at the actual adoption. Seeing your foster animal drive off into the sunset with his or her new family will help you remember that they’ve found a lovely new home and that you now have a space in yours for another creature in need.

A lot of foster families keep photos and updates on the fridge of their old charges enjoying their new homes so that the whole family can rejoice in the success of a permanent adoption. It helps to remind them of their achievements.

Ready To Become A Foster Home?

Simply fill out our Foster Application and mail it to us. We will review your application and upon approval from our board, you will become a Foster Home. An online printable Foster Application is located here.