Foster Program

Become a Foster Friend...

As an Open Door Shelter, the Rescue League turns away no animal in need. This results in an overabundance of cats, kittens, dogs, puppies, and small animals... especially in the warmer months.

Approximately 10,000 homeless animals enter our shelter each year. Many are not quite ready for adoption and require the love and care of a foster family to prepare them for their forever home.

Welcome to this unique and dedicated group of foster volunteers! You can experience the joys of being a pet parent without the lifetime of responsibility.

Download the Fostering General Information Flyer
Download the Foster a Dog Information Packet
Download the Foster a Cat Information Packet

The ARL Provides :

• All necessary medication and medical care
• Food and litter (when donations are available)
• Education on how to care for your foster animal

The Foster Family Provides:

• A safe and nurturing environment for your foster animal
• Socialization for shy animals
• A chance for sick animals to recover

Are you FIT TO FOSTER? Click Here to take survey

For more information on our Foster Program,
contact Cleda Klingensmith at cklingensmith@animalrescue.org
or call 412-661-6452 x231.