The SPCA of Texas is searching for Foster Heroes who are ready to open their hearts and homes to animals in need. By becoming a Foster Hero, you'll provide one animal with a nurturing, loving environment while another takes their place at the shelter.
We offer a variety of foster opportunities to fit any lifestyle, and we'll provide everything you need-all you need to bring is love! The more animals fostered, the more lives saved!
Type of help:
We offer three types of foster programs: 1. Adoption Ambassador 2. Open your home to adoptable animals and help them find forever homes. Send us great photos and bios for online profiles. Promote animals online, around town, and at adoption events. Communicate with potential adopters to find the perfect match. Average foster time: 2-3 weeks. Benefits include better matches, more space in the shelter, and a rewarding experience for all involved. 3. Trust Building & Socialization Foster 4. Provide a safe, loving environment for animals with difficult pasts to regain trust in people. Typically animals from hoarding, neglect, cruelty cases, or those needing obedience work. Benefits include offering a second chance to animals, insight into their true behavior, and preparing them for adoption. 5. Healing & Comfort Foster 6. Provide loving care and attention for animals needing extra support. Includes mother and litter, kittens/puppies, orphaned babies, animals recovering from sickness or surgery, and fospice care for elderly or terminal animals. Benefits include ensuring comfort during recovery, insight into the animal's personality, and a rewarding experience for foster parents.
Languages spoken:
ENGLISH
What else ...:
N/A
How many travelers can volunteer?:
Ask SPCA of Texas or Visit www.spca.org/foster to fill out an application, or www.spca.org/fosterme to see animals in need. * http://www.spca.org/
Accommodation suggestions:
n/a
Hours expected:
We'll work with your schedule.
Availability:
SKILLS: Animal Care / Handling Animal Therapy
Wish List:
REQUIREMENTS Background Check Must be at least 18 Orientation or Training We list how long each animal will need fostering so you will know how long they will need to be fostered. You can also take a break when you need to for however long you need.
How would you like to volunteer?:
Virtual (you can do it from a computer, home or anywhere)
In Person (you'll go to a physical location)
Cause Category:
Arts & Culture
Emergency & Saftey
Immigrants & Refugees
Seniors
Sports & Recreation
Faith Based
Computers & Technology
Justice & Legal
Advocacy & Human Rights
Animals & Wild Life
Children & Youth
Families
Women
Hunger
Health & Medicine
Politics
Community
International
Disaster Relief
Homeless & Housing
LGBTQ+
Veterans & Military Family
Race & Ethnicity
Environment
People with Disabilities
Crisis Support
Education & Life Skills
Length of Time :
Short-Term ( one time or less than a month)
Long Term ( 30 days or more)
Region:
USA
Canada
Caribbean
Central America
Middle East
South America
Africa
India
Europe
Asia
Australia
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