Emergency Foster FAQs

Thank you for your interest in fostering! Right now, with uncertainty about the future, volunteer foster families are more important than ever to helping our animals find safe, caring homes. We appreciate anyone who is willing to help!

Emergency Foster FAQs

Does Homeward Pet need help with emergency fostering?

Yes – we are always looking for more families willing to help foster! Even if you don’t foster an animal right away, we still need fosters in reserve in case any of our current foster families become unable to care for their foster animals.

How do I sign up to be an emergency foster?

If you are a current volunteer, please email and ask to be put on the emergency foster list. If you are not a current volunteer that is ok! Please sign up online to be an emergency foster.

Can I choose my foster animal?

We will try to match you with the best fit we can, but we cannot guarantee that you will be able to pick exactly which foster animal you take home.

How long would I keep my emergency foster?

The short answer is that we just do not know. If a shelter in place announcement comes, we may be asking fosters to keep their foster animals for up to 3 weeks. If you are able to be an emergency foster, please plan on keeping your foster animal for 3 weeks and obtain the appropriate amount of supplies for that length of time.

How will I know if I am needed?

Once you are on the Homeward Pet emergency foster list you will be notified by email any time that we need help with emergency fostering.