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Become a Foster Parent

Fostering a dog is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. By providing a temporary, loving home, you help dogs adjust to home life, build confidence, and increase their chances of finding their forever families.

Why Foster a Dog?

Fostering helps dogs transition from shelter life to home life while freeing up space for more rescues

Save Lives

Every dog you foster creates space for another rescue. Your home becomes a life-saving resource for dogs in need.

Learn About the Dog

Your insights about the dog's personality, habits, and preferences help us find the perfect forever home.

Flexible Commitment

Foster periods can range from a few weeks to a few months, depending on your availability and the dog's needs.

Full Support

We provide food, supplies, medical care, and 24/7 support throughout your fostering journey.

What WuPs Provides

All medical care including vaccinations, treatments, and veterinary visits

Dog food and supplies including bowls, leashes, collars, and toys

Training guidance and behavioral support from our experienced team

24/7 support from our foster coordinator for any questions or concerns

Marketing support to help find the perfect forever home for your foster dog

Foster Requirements

Age 21 or older with a stable living situation

Safe, secure living space with permission from landlord if renting

Time and commitment to provide care, love, and basic training

Agreement to home check before receiving your foster dog

All current pets must be spayed/neutered and up-to-date on vaccinations

Foster Application

Full Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Address *

Do you rent or own your home? *

Type of residence *

Do you have a fenced yard? *

Do you currently have pets? *

Previous experience with dogs (Optional)

What size dog can you foster? *

Why do you want to foster a dog? *

* Required fields. We will review your application and contact you within 5-7 business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does fostering last?

Foster periods typically range from 2-8 weeks, but can be shorter or longer depending on the dog's needs and your availability. We work with your schedule.

What if I fall in love and want to adopt?

Foster-to-adopt is wonderful! Foster parents have priority if they wish to adopt their foster dog. Many of our successful adoptions started as foster placements.

What if my foster dog needs medical care?

All medical expenses are covered by WuPs. Simply contact our foster coordinator, and we'll arrange veterinary care at our partner clinics.