German Shepherd Rescue of BC is in urgent need of committed, good and loving foster homes. PLEASE spread the word. Dogs are dying because we do not have anymore room.

Fostering is the life blood of any rescue. If you already have a dog, a foster would be a great buddy for them. If you've got two or more dogs, caring for one more isn't going to be any more difficult!

What's your reason for not fostering?

I'll want to keep him
When asked to foster, people often hesitate because they're afraid they'll get attached and not be able to give the dog up. Well, the alternative is that the dog doesn't make it out of the shelter alive. It's time to put our own feelings aside for the sake of these innocent dogs. They didn't ask to be dumped by irresponsible people, and it's up to us to show them that not all humans are bad. All area shelters are filling up fast now that winter is here, and if we can't help find foster homes, these dogs will be put to sleep.

He won't work out with my animals
We are always willing to test dogs with other dogs and cats when possible, so we'll do everything we can to make sure you get a foster that will fit into your family.

I can't afford another dog
That's the beauty of fostering. You get to have another dog without the lifetime financial responsibility. If you're willing to open your heart and home to one of these dogs in need, we'll pay for any medical expenses. All it will cost you is dog food (which you have to buy for your own dogs anyway) and love. If food is an issue, we'll find a way to get it!

I don't want to get "stuck" with another dog
You are never stuck with our dogs. First off, we'd never place a dog beyond your skill level, but if you find that fostering isn't working for you, we'll try to quickly arrange another foster home to take your dog. We can NOT do this in one day.

I'm going on vacation soon
No problem! We'll arrange for another foster home to temporarily take your foster dog in while you're on vacation.

I don't want to get in over my head
We've started a foster mentor program to help new foster parents with any issues that may arise while fostering. We won't just dump a dog on you and leave you to sink or swim. You'll have an experienced foster parent right there to help you the whole time.

So now, what's your reason for not fostering? If you have any questions about fostering that haven't been answered here, please feel free to ask them. And if you're ready to start fostering now, please let us know right away! Or if you know of anybody else who might make a good foster parent let them know that the dogs need them now!

Please help if you can. I have 2 GSDs waiting in SPCAs for us right now, as well as 3 other GSDs that we have been asked to help. We just don't have anymore room.

Kelly Cook
German Shepherd Rescue of BC
British Columbia, Canada
If you look into a German Shepherd's eyes and he looks away, you need to examine your conscience - James Thurbur