Why Does an Animal Need Fostering?
Harris County Rabies/Animal Control receives many animals each year that cannot be placed for adoption because of illness, low weight, age, or other problem. Too young– Recently weaned puppies or kittens will need to be fostered 3-4 weeks. Female with a litter 3 weeks or older will need to be fostered for approximately 4 weeks until the juveniles are all eating solid food. Malnourished Animals– These animals need high quality pet food and lots of tender loving care. They will require about 2 weeks of fostering. Socialization– Animals that need socialization should go to foster homes with previous experience working with animals. They will require about 2 weeks fostering. Minor infectious disease– When fostering an animal with an infectious disease it is always best that you not have pets of the same species in your home. Be aware that there are possible complications and proper medical attention is needed when fostering animals with infectious diseases. The most common infectious d
