Foster Programs Stories

Ranko holding Soba the senior dachshund in front of a pine tree and blue sky

Out of more than 100 foster pets, volunteer adopts the blind senior dachshund

A long-time foster volunteer yields to temptation and adopts a senior dachshund with special needs.
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The Cochran family walking two basset hounds

Fostering dogs a family affair for this foursome

Family with two young girls is hooked on helping homeless dogs after fostering two senior basset hounds.
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Mama cat Agave with one of her litters of kittens, licking one of them

A most extraordinary mama cat’s love knows no bounds

First-time foster volunteers team up to care for a mama cat and her family, but little did they know more kittens were on the way.
Best Friends Magazine
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Preventing crisis in our nation’s shelters

We need a Katrina-level outpouring of support from the public to bring an end to the crisis happening in our nation's shelters.
Julie Castle Blog
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Drive home

It's kitten season. Open your home to a bundle of love.
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Kittens: The reunion

Your favorite stars are back as kittens to celebrate the hit series 'Friends,' fostering and saving lives. Join Joey, Ross, Chandler, Phoebe, Monica and Rachel in a parody remake.
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It's not you, it's me

Let's get real about long-term commitment issues, a testimonial from a pet foster.
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New York COVID-19 Resources

Resources available to New York City area residents
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Work from home with a foster pet

Are you working from home these days? If so, now is the perfect time to foster a pet, whether it's for weeks or just a few days.
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8 reasons to foster kittens

It's spring you know what that means! It's kitten season! Read 8 reasons why you should consider fostering kittens.
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Texas to Utah Transport

Transports from Texas Need Foster Homes

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Top 10 reasons to foster a pet

Pet fostering for your local rescue or shelter makes a huge difference in the life of a homeless dog or cat, and it helps open more space for another pet in need.
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Top 10 reasons to foster a pet

Pet fostering for your local rescue or shelter makes a huge difference in the life of a homeless dog or cat, and it helps open more space for another pet in need.
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Micky

Micky's Incredible Journey from Disaster to Swank City Life

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Jazzy

A letter from Jazzy

Recently, Jazzy made an unusual request for a piece of stationery and an impeccable speller with opposable thumbs. We delivered. Here’s what resulted.
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