Fostering

Many people have been asking what exactly does it take to foster? I asked my mom, Julie, and this is what she says:

Every day we acquire these dogs through many sources; from county shelters where their life is endangered the minute they walk in the door; to people who can no longer financially care for their pets.

There is no expense incurred to the foster family, except for food.

Many people say that they cannot foster due to the fact that it is so difficult to give them up when the time comes that they are adopted. That is absolutely true, but to put it into perspective, you are giving that little dog a chance to live out the remainder of their life in a happy home, something most of our rescues have never known. Yes, it does hurt for a while, but keep in mind that there is another one coming in right behind them that will need the same care and love.

Is there a application and evaluation process? How long does this process take if so? 

Yes and yes. It's a standard application and we move as quickly as possible. A good application and good home, within a few days.

What exactly are we looking for in a home evaluation? 

Your home must be a safe environment for the dog. We just make sure that other dogs aren't aggressive, there is a crate, kids are kind, and nothing is dangerous such as bad fencing, etc. Any more questions please feel free to ask.

If you can offer a foster home to a rescued dog in need or want to find out more information on what we do as a community group you can visit us on the web at:

www.schnauzerrescuecincinnati.org

Or email me at  

Julie.smith@odtr.org