Become a Foster Hero: Foster Volunteer (Dogs or Cats)
Do you have a loving home and a big heart? Operation Paws for Homes, a nonprofit, 501(c)3 relies on dedicated foster caregivers like you to provide temporary love and care for dogs and cats in need.
What You'll Do
Provide a safe and nurturing home environment for a foster animal until they are adopted.
Meet the animal's basic needs including feeding, watering, providing shelter, and regular walks (for dogs).
Offer socialization and positive reinforcement to help animals adjust to a home setting and become more adoptable.
Observe and report on the animal's behavior and temperament to help us learn more about them.
Transport the animal to veterinary appointments and adoption events.
Work collaboratively with our foster care coordinator to ensure a smooth fostering experience.
The Difference You'll Make
By fostering a dog or cat, you'll be providing them with a critical period of love and care, increasing their chances of finding a forever home. You'll also be freeing up space in our shelter so we can help more animals in need.
What We Offer
Training on animal care, behavior, and fostering best practices.
Ongoing support from our dedicated foster care coordinator.
Training support from our 2 certified trainers.
Veterinary care for your foster animal approved with one of our partner vets..
Food for your foster.
The immense satisfaction of knowing you've made a positive impact on an animal's life.
Who We're Looking For
Compassionate animal lover with a stable home environment.
Reliable and responsible with the ability to follow guidelines and commit to the fostering process.
Patient and understanding as animals adjust to a new environment.
Good communication skills to collaborate with our team.
Flexible schedule to accommodate an animal's needs. (Some animals may require more attention than others.)
Ready to Open Your Heart and Your Home?
If you're ready to make a difference in the life of an animal in need, we encourage you to apply to be a foster care volunteer! We have a variety of animals needing foster homes, from playful puppies to cuddly kittens and everything in between.
We are looking for foster moms and dad in Maryland, Virginia, PA and DC.
Go to https://ophrescue.org/foster to learn more and apply!
PO Box 35606, N. Chesterfield, VA 23235, US
Operation Paws for Homes, Inc. rescues dogs of all breeds and ages from high-kill shelters reducing the numbers being euthanized daily. Our goal is to fulfill the dreams of dogs who find themselves abandoned in shelters.
OPH Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization devoted to the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of dogs who have overcome great odds and deserve wonderful, caring forever homes. These dogs are rescued from overcrowded high kill shelters in the southern region of the United States. We also rescue a few international dogs partnering with shelters and rescues in India and Turks & Caicos who rescue dogs from dangerous and deplorable conditions.
OPH does not operate a shelter or have a physical location. We rely on foster families who open their homes to give love and attention to each dog while it waits for a forever home. In addition, we partner with wonderful boarding facilities who care for our rescue dogs. Through the foster program and our partners, we learn about each dog and its needs. These dogs have been through a lot and it may take days or weeks to allow their personality to completely unfold . We strive to provide as many details as possible to potential and future adopters which increases the likelihood of a good match for each dog and family.
Together We Rescue.
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