Dogs to Foster
Meet the Pups
Live, Love, Bark, Wag
Foster homes help rescue dogs and develop the skills they need to enjoy life with a family. Dedicated and patient, families that serve as fosters are among our most important volunteers, and they demonstrate a remarkable commitment to animal welfare,
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Click the images below to meet the dogs currently in need of care, and if you'd like to join our foster family, please get started by submitting an application.
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Fostering Includes
We provide everything your foster dog needs.
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Supplies: Crate, dog bowls, food and treats, toys, dog bed, leash, collar, and harness.
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Medical Care: All necessary vet appointments, medications and treatments needed, preventatives for heartworm, and flea/tick.
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Support: Every foster family gets matched with a foster buddy. This go-to resource offers support, helps with questions, and provides you with assistance.
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Training. Foster families have access to training and classes for their foster dog.
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Fostering Requirements
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Be at least 21 years of age
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Have the consent of all adults living in the household
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Have approval from the residence owner
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Have valid ID with current address
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Must fill out the application below
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Be approved by Fetching Tails Foundation as a suitable foster home
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Must live in the Chicagoland area
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Be comfortable facilitating the animal’s adoption. Details are explained in a Foster Packet given to all new foster homes.
What to Expect
Fun, Fur, Family
Support Us
Be Part of Our Work
Make an impact in the life of a rescue dog. With your help, we can save lives, enrich homes, and build communities defined by care, friendship, and compassion.