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.
To see if you have what it takes to foster a pet, please click here
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
If you are FIT TO FOSTER? Click Here to fill out an application
For more information on our Foster Program, contact Cleda Klingensmith at cklingensmith@animalrescue.org or call 412-661-6452 x231.

