Foster a Doxie

Foster Homes
  • If you have seen a dog on our social media, that dog already has a foster home.  We work with our fosters to place dogs who have not been introduced yet.
  • Foster commitment is "until dog is placed" -- we have been averaging 60 days but many dogs (especially sick, injured, disabled and seniors) take longer.
  • You always have the right to refuse taking any dog you are asked to consider for fostering.

What does DRSF provide for foster families?
DRSF has designed our fostering program to be as easy as possible since our fosters are the lifeblood of our organization. Without foster homes, we can't rescue dogs!  When a dog is pulled from the shelter and ready to start their new life, they need some things to call their own, and DRSF provides everything to get them started!
  • Bed
  • Blanket
  • Leash
  • Harness
  • Vetting
  • Medication

(You can also give the gift of a "New Start Kit" containing all the supplies listed above from our Paws To Give Page for $50)

What does the foster family provide?
What the foster family provides is the best part! :)
  • Food
  • Love 
  • Hugs
  • Kisses
  • Belly Rubs
  • Patience
  • Understanding
  • More Love
What are the requirements from the family?
Since so many foster families end up adopting, we evaluate foster families on the same vetting criteria we use for forever families!  Get details here!  Got questions?  Email us at [email protected]
Take me to the application!
What if I want to adopt my foster dog?
That's ok too!!  We have had plenty of "failed fosters" in our group (and that is rescue term of endearment).  Let our Foster Coordinator know as soon as you know you don't want your Foster Doxie to leave.  Once we have promised the dog to an approved adopter, Foster Homes are no longer able to adopt their Foster Dog.