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Foster Info
Importance:
The Foster Care Program is
vital to our saving lives. Taking cats into foster care gives
them an opportunity to be socialized. Without foster homes, we
can’t rescue pets, and many will die. Foster care allows the sick
and the young to be adopted later. If you have
questions, fill in your information below and click "submit"
Training:
You will have a Foster Care
Mentor who will explain the program and be a resource to you
throughout your fostering. You will complete an application to
become a foster home and a contract agreeing to terms.
Time
Involved:
This depends on the needs of each pet. Most foster cats are
healthy and adoptable so good food, regular attention and lots of
love are all that are required. Kittens require more time, as do
animals requiring any type of treatment or medication.
Qualifications:
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Most important is love and concern
for the pets.
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All adults in the household
must agree to the foster arrangement.
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Time and desire to
socialize cats.
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Willingness to provide
food, water, and medication (if necessary).
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A clean and safe living
environment and daily care and attention.
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Other animals in the home
must be current on all vaccinations./ (All foster pets will
have been tested for disease prior to placement in foster
care.)
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Foster cats should be kept
separate from the Foster's personal pets.
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Must fill out an application and
sign a contract.
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If renting your residence, proof of
pet deposit required.
Responsibilities:
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Aid in the care and socialization
of cats and/or kittens and
of sick, injured or very young cats.
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Be attuned to changes with
the cat and any illness.
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Spend time on a daily basis
with the foster cat.
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Provide food, water, litter
and other necessities.
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Medicate the animal, if
necessary; take to our veterinarian for treatment, if required.
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Bring the cat to one
Adopt-a-Pet a weekend (Sat. or Sun.) or put it in a permanent
adoption cage when instructed to do so.
Expense:
Most fosters provide food,
litter and other necessities, but Texas CARES will provide
everything, if necessary. Texas CARES arranges for and pays for
all medical care.
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