Are foster dogs ever euthanized?
Much energy, love, time and vet care is devoted to our foster dogs, and the shelter is committed to finding homes for ALL the adoptable dogs within its care. Some dogs are in foster care because they’re seriously ill or injured. If, after medical attention, these dogs are too young or too weak to heal and are suffering, then the shelter staff will humanely euthanize these animals. Fortunately, most dogs in foster care heal beautifully. On rare occasions, a dog in foster care may start to exhibit potentially dangerous behavior that was unknown or suppressed when the dog was at the shelter. The shelter may determine that this dog is too dangerous and will humanely euthanize the animal or seek an alternative facility for its care. Your safety is our #1 priority. You must always inform the shelter staff and your case manager if your foster dog exhibits any aggressive behavior.
