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URGENT NEED DOG FOSTER HOME
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Fairfax, VA
Details
Commitment Details:
Normal period from intake to adoption typically under 60 days
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
50
Cause Areas:
Animals
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
21+
Other Requirements:
Fenced yard preferred
Description
Giving dogs and puppies a safe home environment for dogs on euthanasia lists at area shelters. Helping with socialization and care till adopted.
Here’s how to tell if you’re ready to try fostering:
- You want to help transform a shelter dog into a pet, and help another family find the right dog for their home.
- You’ve been thinking about getting a dog but you’re not sure you’re ready for the lifelong emotional and financial commitment, and you want to get some practice while helping dogs in need.
- You want to give your current dog some canine companionship.
- You have space in your home and schedule to accommodate a temporary canine guest and give her the attention she needs.
If you nodded in understanding at more than one of the above reasons, you might be ready to foster!
Giving dogs and puppies a safe home environment for dogs on euthanasia lists at area shelters. Helping with socialization and care till adopted.
Here’s how to tell if you’re ready to try fostering:
- You want to help transform a shelter dog into a pet, and help another family find the right dog for their home.
- You’ve been thinking about getting a dog but you’re not sure you’re ready for the lifelong emotional and financial commitment, and you want to get some practice while helping dogs in need.
- You want to give your current dog some canine companionship.
- You have space in your home and schedule to accommodate a temporary canine guest and give her the attention she needs.
If you nodded in understanding at more than one of the above reasons, you might be ready to foster!
Location
On-site
12971 Fair Lakes Center, Fairfax, Virginia, US
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