Become a Foster Parent
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Foster Parent with Broward County Animal Care and Adoption!
Every month we receive pets that require special care. Some of these dogs and cats have sustained injuries or are ill. Others are too young to be placed right into adoption. Your assistance providing much needed care can make a positive difference for such pets.
It takes special dedication and commitment to provide care to our Special Needs pets. Fostering is often a 24/7 responsibility and pets must be returned to our Clinic for checkups as often as every two weeks. Please be sure you are able to commit the time and care for the sake of your fostering success and the health and survival of your foster pet(s).
The following categories of Special Need dogs and cats must often have foster care:
- Injured Pets—Dogs and cats that have sustained an injury or wound that just needs time to heal.
- Sick Pets—Dogs and cats that have a non-contagious medical condition.
- Puppies-Very young puppies who are less than eight weeks old.
- Kittens-Very young kittens who weigh less than two pounds.
How to Become a Foster Care Parent
Follow these easy steps:
- Thoroughly read, complete and sign the Foster Care Parent Application.
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- You may also drop off your Foster Care Parent Application to one of the following locations:
Broward County Animal Care and Adoption
1870 SW 39th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Broward County Animal Care and Adoption
3100 NW 19th Terrace
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
Broward County Animal Care and Adoption
1 N. University Drive, 2nd Floor
Plantation, FL 33324
Once your Foster Care Parent Application is approved, you will be contacted by the Foster Program Coordinator.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Q. |
How old do I have to be to become a Foster Parent? |
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You must be at least 18 years old to apply to be a Foster Parent. While minor children can be in your household, the applicant and primary caregiver must be at least 18 years of age. |
| Q. |
Can I have other pets in my household while I am fostering? |
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Yes, however your pets must be healthy. In addition, they must be current on all necessary vaccinations and each must have a Broward County pet license. |
| Q. |
Can I foster if I live in another county? |
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Only permanent residents of Broward County are eligible to become foster parents. |
| Q. |
Does Broward County Animal Care provide food/medicine for the foster pets? |
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We will provide all necessary veterinary care and medicine. However, you must provide your own food. |
| Q. |
Can I adopt the pet once the foster period is over? |
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Yes, however, as with all our adoptions, you will be required to complete an Adoption Application. |
| Q. |
Can I let someone else foster my foster pet? |
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No. Your foster(s) should remain under your supervision at all times. |
| Q. |
What if someone I know wants to adopt my foster? |
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Please have them visit one of our Adoption Centers to complete an Adoption Application. |
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