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PAWS provides everything you will need. All you need to provide is a loving home!

At PAWS, we believe every kitten, puppy, pregnant mom, and nursing animal deserves a safe, caring place to grow and thrive. Many of these cats and dogs need extra support during this critical time, and by becoming a foster, you give them the comfort, stability, and love they need to start their next chapter with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Foster?

Fostering is a rewarding experience that allows you to make a real difference in the lives of kittens, puppies, pregnant moms, and nursing animals with their litters. These cats and dogs simply need a safe, calm environment where they can grow, heal, play, and develop their personalities. As a foster, you provide that nurturing space, and in return, you get to witness their incredible transformation while helping prepare them for a loving forever home.

Kittens and puppies that need fostering are often very young and require a little extra care to grow healthy and strong. They may need bottle feeding, socialization, and plenty of attention during their first few weeks of life. By fostering these little ones, you help them build confidence, learn positive behaviors, and develop into well-adjusted, playful companions ready to find their forever homes.

Pregnant cats and dogs often need a calm, safe space to rest and prepare for the arrival of their babies. As a foster, you provide that comfort and stability so they can settle in and focus on their pregnancy. You will give her a quiet place to relax, and she will do most of the work once her kittens or puppies arrive. Your role is to offer support while you witness the incredible journey of motherhood unfold.

Mother cats and dogs are natural caregivers and typically handle most of the work during the first several weeks. Your role as a foster is simple: provide a cozy, safe environment where mom and her kittens or puppies can thrive. You will watch the babies grow, play, and begin exploring the world around them, all while their mom cares for them. It is a beautiful and rewarding process to witness as you help prepare them for adoption.

No experience necessary: Whether you are a first-time foster or have cared for animals before, you do not need to be an expert to help. We provide training and guidance every step of the way.

Flexible commitment: Whether you can foster for a few weeks or a couple of months, we offer options that fit your schedule.

Full support: You will receive the supplies, veterinary care, and ongoing support needed to make your fostering experience smooth and enjoyable.

Fostering is a truly rewarding experience. You become part of something meaningful, helping prepare these animals for their future homes while being there for every milestone along the way.

By becoming a foster parent, you are not just providing temporary care. You are giving cats and dogs the opportunity to flourish in a loving environment and helping them become the best versions of themselves.

Join our foster program today and be part of something truly meaningful. With your help, we can continue rescuing, nurturing, and finding loving homes for kittens, puppies, pregnant moms, and animals caring for their litters. It is a rewarding experience that makes a lasting difference in their lives and yours.

Important Information

Applicants must be at least 24 years of age to adopt or foster from PAWS. If you have adopted from us in the past 6 months and nothing has changed on your application, your previous application will be used.

Please consider making a $10 donation to the PAWS medical fund. We spend a minimum of $300-$500 per rescue. Our adoption fees range from $50+. All of our animals are vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, spayed or neutered. Many receive full dentals and other medical care as needed. Thank you for your consideration.