Can you help? 🐕 By having a shelter dog stay in your home, you give them a much-needed break from the heat and the stress of the kennels, and a chance to get used to other animals, kids, activities, and more.
With temperatures reaching a blistering 119ª so far this summer, MCACC wants 119 dogs to get into foster homes by August 1.
They’re hoping the foster homes will be able to care for the dogs until they find their forever homes, or at least until temperatures dip back down into the double digits. By having a shelter dog stay in your home, you give them a much-needed break from the heat and the stress of the kennels, and a chance to get used to other animals, kids, activities, and more.MCACC says it commonly needs fosters for larger dogs , but there are other opportunities as well, including puppies, kittens, nursing mothers, and pets who may need some medical recovery time.
If you can’t commit to fostering long-term, you can also take a dog out for an outing , like out for a hike, out to lunch, or a playdate at home.Their volunteer handbook also has tips on beginning the process of fostering:Before agreeing to open your house and heart to a foster, ensure your family and your home are ready for the additional commitment. The following items will help you prepare for your foster animal.
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