What support does the foster home receive?
All foster homes must be inspected and approved before receiving their first dog. A meeting with all household members (human and otherwise) is necessary to assess everyone’s attitude and to discuss any specific issues. All dogs are bathed prior to arriving at a foster home. Some will have already undergone their full range of treatments, including de-sexing/castration, teeth cleaning, microchiping, vaccination and heartworm testing. An appropriate collar and lead is provided, as well as the dog’s muzzle and a temporary ID tag. During the cooler months, a warm coat is also made available. If required, a crate may be loaned to assist a new dog’s transition. Extensive follow up and monitoring of the dog in foster care is made, generally by phone and e-mail. We realize that foster carers are generously opening up their homes and hearts to these dogs, and all support/advice necessary will be given promptly. We also appreciate that foster homes may not wish to care for dogs continually. Som
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