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Featured Dogs:
Brick - 1.5 y.o. male Rhodesian Ridgeback Mix
Jack - 2.5 y.o. male Husky/Shepherd mix
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Become a Foster Family With kitten and puppy season just around the corner we need foster families to help care for all litters we are sure to get. The more people that help foster, the more animals we can save. Kittens and puppies thrive in a home environment and stay healthier than if they remain at the shelter. But, foster homes aren’t just for the cute and cuddling little ones. We also need families that are willing to care for injured or sick animals, and for animals that need socialization skills. If you would like more information about this rewarding experience please contact us. Every time someone fosters an animal we can save another life! Fostering Frequently Asked Questions What kind of animals need foster homes? Puppies or kittens too young to be adopted, An abused dog or cat that needs socialization and tender loving care, An injured dog or cat recovering from surgery, An abandoned mother with a litter of kittens or puppies, Any animal when the shelter becomes overcrowded Who provides the veterinary care? MEHS is responsible for all veterinary treatment for animals in foster care. Foster parents are responsible for providing time and lots of love! Can foster parents adopt their foster companion animal? You bet! As long as foster parents meet the shelter requirements that is necessary for adopting that animal. How long do animals stay in foster homes? It completely depends on the animal and situation: the average stay in a foster home is two-three weeks. However, some animals who are recovering from an injury may stay for a few months. Are foster animals contagious? Will my pets or my health be jeopardized? It is always a health risk to expose your animal to other animals, whether at the off-leash areas, the vet waiting room, or other common animal areas. But if the foster parent’s own animals are current on their vaccinations, maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, are not elderly or very young-and therefore their immune systems are not compromised-then the health risk is minimal. If you or someone in your household are immune-compromised, consult your doctor before fostering. If you or someone in your household is pregnant, talk to your doctor before fostering cats. How do I get started? There are six steps to becoming a Foster Parent:
For questions about the Foster Program, please email foster@mehs.org.
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