What are my responsibilities as a foster home?
Foster parents are responsible for the care of the foster animal, including providing quality food, shelter, grooming, and attention. Crating is required for all HSMC dogs while the foster parent is not home or if the animal is unattended. Crate-training at night will also help prepare the dog for its new adoptive home as many potential adopters prefer crate-trained pets. A crate will be provided if you do not already have one. Foster parents are expected to bring the animal to adoption events. These events are scheduled at various pet stores around town. Visit our web site for a current list of locations and times. Foster parents are also responsible for transporting their foster animal to HSMCs vet if needed. Foster parents are responsible for complying with all state and local laws regarding the keeping and care of the companion animal. Foster parents are required to sign a contract detailing responsibility and limiting HSMCs liability while the animal is under their care.
