A key element of our adoption and placement program for dogs and cats is the foster program. This program gives homeless pets a safe haven and tender loving care while we search for the best forever home for each animal.

Pets that are accepted into the foster program are cared for by individuals or families in their own homes. They remain in foster care until a permanent home is found. This may take a few days or a few months. Foster parents will be given direction and support from the Calaveras Humane Society foster directors. Food, crates if needed, and medical care are paid for by the Humane Society. In return, foster families agree to follow the foster program guidelines in caring for and helping to place the animal.

Foster animals are advertised through petfinder, through Adopt-A-Pet events, and through the Society's "wish list.." Potential adopters are screened and great care is taken to be sure that the animal is placed in an appropriate "forever" home where it will be loved and cherished as a part of its family.

If you have a place in your heart and in your home to foster a homeless animal, please contact us.