What Are The Commitments Involved In Foster Parenting?
Most Rover Rescue dogs are healthy, well-adjusted dogs that transition quickly and easily into a new, permanent family. However, some dogs require a little extra care, ranging from post-op rehab to specific food and exercise regimens. Others may need time to develop better social skills with people or other dogs. The average length of time a dog is fostered is about three weeks, but fostering can last anywhere from a few days to a few months. Rover Rescue will cover the expense of food, grooming and any necessary medical care for the duration of the dog’s stay in the foster home. In addition to attending to the dog’s basic needs, foster parents must ensure that their foster dogs are available to attend our Mobile Adoption Events. These are held every other Saturday, from 11am to 2pm at Centinela Feed in Redondo Beach. If a foster parent is unavailable to transport the dog, we can arrange for a volunteer to do so. We occasionally show dogs by private appointment in the foster home or at
