Dogs
by Carrie Boyko
- Introducing #petcharitydonations
by Carrie Boyko, CEB BufferTanner Has a DreamAs a pup, Tanner had a few temporary housemates. You may know them as foster pets. We were limited in our ability to help, having occasionally been turned down because we have no back yard. Today we're...
- The Rescues In My Life Tell A Story Of A Family
Have you ever noticed that you can remember the chronology of your life by the lives of members of your family--including your pets? "Oh yes, I remember, Aunt Eleanor's last Thanksgiving with us was 2008 when my mother brought Jacque along." She had...
- Fostering: C’mon, You Know You Want To Try It!
By Sue Hayes Have you considered it? Fostering makes an incalculable difference not just for the animals you provide with a temporary home thereby freeing up space at the shelter, but to your community at large by helping to decrease the number of unwanted...
- Why Should You Foster A Pet?
By Linda Cole My neighbor is a crazy cat lady, like me and my co-writer Julia Williams. We are proud of our label and would do anything to help a cat or dog. My neighbor is also a foster mom who nurses litters of kittens that have lost their mom. She...
- Fostering Animals - Jasper
There’s something to be said for fostering pets....Let me share my own foster experience with you – and bear in mind – I’m the most neurotic, over-protective animal person in the world. Seriously. If you knew me, you would understand that I’m...
Dogs
Foster a Rescue Dog: Earn Your Angel Wings
by Carrie Boyko
(c) Carrie Boyko
Our Foster Dog, Jack
Ready to Walk Tanner
If you can't adopt a dog, consider assisting a local rescue by fostering a dog. Fostering is often temporary, and will give you a chance to try out adoption, a variety of breeds, sizes and other possibilities for your family. Fostering is a great way to determine if your family is capable of caring for an additional family member.
(c) Carrie Boyko
Our Foster Molly Boo
Many rescues offer some training for foster families, to assist in acclimating your new companion to your family. This assistance can make a huge difference for families who have never owned a dog.
My experiences with fostering have been brief and pleasant. Jack and Molly Boo were brought home by my daughter, extra "stock" from the local rescue group she volunteered for throughout middle and high school. This exposure to animals and dog care, in addition to our own 3 dogs, has led her to seek a career involving animals.
While our home and yard are not ideal for additional pets, as we had 5 at the time, we were able to care for Jack and Molly Boo, among others, briefly. This was quite acceptable to Tanner, my social butterfly who was always thrilled to welcome another playmate to his pack. Sometimes I think he should teach socialization classes for young dogs. Hey! Maybe there's a new idea in that. What do you think?
This week is Adopt-a-Less-Adoptable Pet Week. Think about it. Give those mixed breeds, senior dogs and scruffy fellas a second look. You may find your perfect companion.
My experiences with fostering have been brief and pleasant. Jack and Molly Boo were brought home by my daughter, extra "stock" from the local rescue group she volunteered for throughout middle and high school. This exposure to animals and dog care, in addition to our own 3 dogs, has led her to seek a career involving animals.
While our home and yard are not ideal for additional pets, as we had 5 at the time, we were able to care for Jack and Molly Boo, among others, briefly. This was quite acceptable to Tanner, my social butterfly who was always thrilled to welcome another playmate to his pack. Sometimes I think he should teach socialization classes for young dogs. Hey! Maybe there's a new idea in that. What do you think?
This week is Adopt-a-Less-Adoptable Pet Week. Think about it. Give those mixed breeds, senior dogs and scruffy fellas a second look. You may find your perfect companion.
- Introducing #petcharitydonations
by Carrie Boyko, CEB BufferTanner Has a DreamAs a pup, Tanner had a few temporary housemates. You may know them as foster pets. We were limited in our ability to help, having occasionally been turned down because we have no back yard. Today we're...
- The Rescues In My Life Tell A Story Of A Family
Have you ever noticed that you can remember the chronology of your life by the lives of members of your family--including your pets? "Oh yes, I remember, Aunt Eleanor's last Thanksgiving with us was 2008 when my mother brought Jacque along." She had...
- Fostering: C’mon, You Know You Want To Try It!
By Sue Hayes Have you considered it? Fostering makes an incalculable difference not just for the animals you provide with a temporary home thereby freeing up space at the shelter, but to your community at large by helping to decrease the number of unwanted...
- Why Should You Foster A Pet?
By Linda Cole My neighbor is a crazy cat lady, like me and my co-writer Julia Williams. We are proud of our label and would do anything to help a cat or dog. My neighbor is also a foster mom who nurses litters of kittens that have lost their mom. She...
- Fostering Animals - Jasper
There’s something to be said for fostering pets....Let me share my own foster experience with you – and bear in mind – I’m the most neurotic, over-protective animal person in the world. Seriously. If you knew me, you would understand that I’m...