FOSTERING SAVES LIVES

Fostering is a great way to support Berkeley Animal Center. This gives our animals a much-needed break from the shelter and allows us to learn more about them. Fostering also opens space in our shelter so we can help even more animals in need.

We provide everything you need to be the perfect host! All medical care and supplies are provided, as well as supplies like food, toys, crates, and a 24/7 Foster Line. We will be by your side throughout the process so you can be a successful foster.

SHORT-TERM FOSTERING:

Short-term fostering is perfect for kittens, puppies, and moms with litters since they are too young for a shelter environment. Our skilled technicians will walk you through every step to ensure they are receiving the proper care. Short-term fostering can also help with animals recovering from illness or injury, as well as animals struggling in the shelter who would benefit from socialization.

We encourage families to showcase their foster online and out in the community to introduce them to potential adopters. We also ask families send us updated photos and bios of their animals so we can advertise on our social media.

ROVER NIGHTS:

Take a dog home for the pur-fect sleepover from Saturday night until Tuesday morning. Rover Nights help reduce stress that comes along with being in a crowded shelter 24/7. This is also a great way to see if a dog you are interested in is a good fit for your family.

DOGGIE DATES:

Their bags are already packed. The only thing missing is you! Give a shelter dog a day off with our Doggie Date program. Take a dog for a daytime outing to help them burn off energy, provide some one-on-one time, and get them out in the community to meet potential adopters!

Dogs can be picked up any time after 10 a.m. Tuesday – Saturday. We ask you take pictures and notes of how they did so we can post them online. Dogs should be returned before 4 p.m. Make sure to share your adventure online and with us so we can show how much fun everyone had!

If you have questions about our foster programs, please email vog.csytnuocyelekrebobfsctd@sllim.noveD. We also encourage you to visit our shelter at 131 Central Berkeley Drive in Moncks Corner and talk to our Foster Coordinator in person to discuss the best program for you.