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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.

 

  • Supplies: Crate, dog bowls, food and treats, toys, dog bed, leash, collar, and harness.

 

  • Medical Care: All necessary vet appointments, medications and treatments needed, preventatives for heartworm, and flea/tick.

 

  • Support: Every foster family gets matched with a foster buddy. This go-to resource offers support, helps with questions, and provides you with assistance.

 

  • Training. Foster families have access to training and classes for their foster dog. 

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Fostering Requirements

  • Be at least 21 years of age

  • Have the consent of all adults living in the household

  • Have approval from the residence owner

  • Have valid ID with current address

  • Must fill out the application below

  • Be approved by Fetching Tails  Foundation as a suitable foster home

  • Must live in the Chicagoland area

  • 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  

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Apply to Foster

Change a Life

Ready to experience the joy of fostering? Our humane program is managed through a thoughtful, structured support system. We work hard to help you succeed, and we strive to provide a framework that is defined by comfort, care, and compassion.

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.

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