Become a dog or cat foster (Fredrick,MD)

Become a Foster Hero: Foster Volunteer (Dogs or Cats)

Do you have a loving home and a big heart? Operation Paws for Homes, a nonprofit, 501(c)3 relies on dedicated foster caregivers like you to provide temporary love and care for dogs and cats in need.

What You'll Do

• Provide a safe and nurturing home environment for a foster animal until they are adopted.
• Meet the animal's basic needs including feeding, watering, providing shelter, and regular walks (for dogs).
• Offer socialization and positive reinforcement to help animals adjust to a home setting and become more adoptable.
• Observe and report on the animal's behavior and temperament to help us learn more about them.
• Transport the animal to veterinary appointments and adoption events.
• Work collaboratively with our foster care coordinator to ensure a smooth fostering experience.

The Difference You'll Make

By fostering a dog or cat, you'll be providing them with a critical period of love and care, increasing their chances of finding a forever home. You'll also be freeing up space in our shelter so we can help more animals in need.

What We Offer

• Training on animal care, behavior, and fostering best practices.
• Ongoing support from our dedicated foster care coordinator.
• Training support from our 2 certified trainers.
• Veterinary care for your foster animal approved with one of our partner vets..
• Food for your foster.
• The immense satisfaction of knowing you've made a positive impact on an animal's life.

Who We're Looking For

• Compassionate animal lover with a stable home environment.
• Reliable and responsible with the ability to follow guidelines and commit to the fostering process.
• Patient and understanding as animals adjust to a new environment.
• Good communication skills to collaborate with our team.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate an animal's needs. (Some animals may require more attention than others.)

Ready to Open Your Heart and Your Home?

If you're ready to make a difference in the life of an animal in need, we encourage you to apply to be a foster care volunteer! We have a variety of animals needing foster homes, from playful puppies to cuddly kittens and everything in between.

We are looking for foster moms and dad in Maryland, Virginia, PA and DC.

Go to https://ophrescue.org/foster to learn more and apply!