Love Dogs? Foster a Future Service Dog (shuttle available)

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As a foster volunteer, you’ll provide a loving home, exercise and wellness each evening and on weekends to a dog in professional training as they work toward becoming a service dog. You’ll drop-off and pick-up the dog for professional training each weekday, and witness the progress they’re making.

You’ll play a key role in their journey without the full-time commitment of looking after a dog. All food, medical care, and resources are provided, and most fosters commit for 3-6 months. Dogs are either Labradors, Golden Retrievers, or a mix of both, and all are over 1.5 years old.

Flexible options for drop-off/pick-up:

• Our training location in SODO, Seattle.
• Service dog shuttle at the West Seattle YMCA (Mon-Thurs, 8:20-8:45 AM/3:20-3:45 PM).
• Contact us about ridesharing to a central location.

FAQs:

• Can I foster if I have pets at home?
  Yes, as long as your pets are fully vaccinated, friendly, and get along with other animals.

• Can I foster with small children in my home?
  Yes, the dogs are well-socialized with children of all ages.

• Do I need experience in dog training?
  No, professional trainers handle all training while the dog is at the Puget Sound Field Office.

If you’re interested but don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you! Feel free to reach out, and we’re happy to discuss possible options, including pickup from work locations around King County.