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What is a foster home? |
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A foster home is a temporary home in which our dogs can live like they are supposed to live – as our companions – until they are adopted. A foster parent gives the same care that an owner would provide. They are responsible for the safety and care of the dog. A foster family provides playtime, socialization, veterinary care (paid for by Underdog ResQ), nutritious food, plenty of exercise, training and companionship. The foster parent plays a large role in making the dog more adoptable while he is in their home, and helps determine what type of home would be the best match for the dog. |
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Why is foster care so important to Underdog ResQ? |
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Our organization is based around foster homes. We do not have our own kennel facility so foster homes are an absolute necessity in obtaining our goals. Through their dogs, our foster parents help to educate hundreds of people about responsible dog ownership and common breed misconceptions. Become part of the solution while having a great time along the way; become a foster parent! |
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What is involved in Foster Care? |
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Once you fill out the foster application and become an active foster home, we will place an appropriate dog in your home. We will be responsible for any medical bills for that dog. However, we do ask that our foster homes provide food, treats, accessories and toys.
We also ask you to be responsible dog owners. Always keep current identification on the dog to allow for his safe return if the dog gets lost. Always walk the dog on a leash. Finally, the most important part of being a foster home is to provide the love and attention that these dogs need and deserve. |
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What is involved in becoming a foster parent? |
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- Complete the foster application. The application can be found on this web site.
- An Underdog ResQ representative will contact you within 48 hours of receiving your application.
- After learning more about you and your lifestyle, a representative will set up a time that is convenient for a home visit. Please note that foster homes go through the same process as adoption candidates. Can you blame us? We want to make sure that our dogs will be in good hands.
- You will then be matched with an appropriate dog. Having you on board will allow us to save yet another dog!
- You will now be part of the Underdog ResQ team. You will receive periodic educational materials and emails to keep you up to date on all Underdog ResQ news.
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How will being a foster parent benefit you? |
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Okay, so we have told you how being a foster home will benefit the ResQ group and the dog – what about you? Here are just some of the ways that you will benefit from fostering a dog:- You can have pride in knowing that you have played an active role in saving a dog. All of the dogs that we admit into Underdog ResQ would have otherwise been euthanized. So, you can honestly say that you have saved that dog and every dog that you will foster.
- For those of you who are considering dog adoption, fostering can help you decide if this is the lifestyle you can commit to for 15 years. It can also help you decide what breed and age best fits your lifestyle.
- Foster parents will benefit from the knowledge and experience of the Underdog ResQ officers. We will act as your support system in the process and will continue to share new ideas and training skills.
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