Foster For Your Local Rescue
Provide A Temporary Home to Love and Care For A Cat.
Opening your home to a cat in need gives them a preview of what it Is like to have steady love, care and attention.
By fostering, you are not only saving one cat, but saving another by freeing up space in the organization to rescue other cats in need.
Why You Should Foster
We provide food, litter and any medical needs while the cat is in your care
You’re helping the cat get the time, attention and socialization needed to be ready for adoption
Training is provided, so you will be comfortable knowing what you’re doing
You can learn more about the cat’s personality and help them overcome any trauma or fear, to make sure they’re adopted into the right home
With a cat in your home, more space is freed up for us to take in another cat in need
Fostering is flexible. It might seem like a huge time commitment, and it can be if that is what you want, but you can tell us how much or little you are able to help, and we’ll accommodate
Hear From Current Fosters
“There is nothing quite as fulfilling as helping a foster cat come out of their shell and blossom in your home. As I learn about their personality, I can help make sure their forever home is the best fit.”
— Erin R.
“We foster for Richardsons Rescue because they are a small, organized group that focuses on felines. After our first experience with 2-6 week old kittens we were hooked. Getting the chance to provide a safe, comfortable space for these little ones to grow, learn and explore is so much fun and so rewarding!”
— Debbie M.
“I foster for Richardsons Rescue because the importance of kitten and cat well-beings and lives are extremely important and overlooked in so many unfortunate situations. Richardsons Rescue made the decision to bring a change and not only bring attention to important issues, but also provide love and homes to so many kitties. I wanted to be a part of the dream and the process.”
— Emily M.
Are You Ready to Open Your Heart and Home?
FAQs
What are the costs associated with fostering?
There is no out of pocket cost associated with fostering. We provide all food and supplies you’ll need, and handle all pre-approved medical needs. That being said, Richardson’s Rescue is a small foster base rescue so if you would like to purchase things for your foster babies by all means do so! Any food/litter etc. you buy is helpful and appreciated!
Can I foster if I have pets of my own?
Absolutely! For safety purposes we just require that your pets be up to date on vaccines and be kept separate from your fosters for at least two weeks to prevent the spread of any possible dormant infections.
What if I fall in love and want to keep my foster(s)?
We do offer a foster to adopt program! However, all applications are on a first come first serve basis so if you are interested in adopting, please contact us as soon as possible.
How long will I have my foster pets?
Each foster situation is unique. However, most of our kitten will stay in foster until their spay/neuter day (around the age of 8 to 14 weeks) and remain in foster until they get adopted. Adult fosters tend to take longer to get adopted but again each cat is different.
What are my general responsibilities as a foster?
We are counting on you to get your foster kitties Happy, Healthy, and Home! A foster mentor will be assigned to you, and they will guide you through the fostering process. Read more about what that entails here.
What if I can no longer foster?
If you need to return your foster pets you will need to contact us with as much notice as possible. We often do not have other fosters on immediate standby. Therefore, we will need some time to arrange another home for your pets.