Fostering A Golden Retriever

Golden Retriever rescue is busier than ever ... That's why we're looking for people who are willing to open their homes and hearts to homeless Goldens in need of temporary housing.

Most foster situations last ,just a week or two. Goldens that have special needs might take longer to adopt….and all the while, you' II have the support of a truly experienced, reliable and responsive Golden Rescue In Naples, Inc. member who will be there for you whenever you have a question about the Golden in your care BEFORE they arrive at their foster home, we will make sure the dog has all his or her shots, checked for heartworm and started on preventative, given an exam and either spayed or neutered. The foster will be notified of any medical condition or special need the Golden might have. The foster home will have a record of the care the dog has received.

Responsibilities of a Golden Retriever Foster Parent/Home:

• Daily feeding, walking and exercising (dog MUST be kept on leash when outdoors if not in fenced i n yard)
• Reinforcing basic obedience commands such as sit, come, down, stay
• Basic grooming such as brushing, baths
• Observing the dog's behavioral patterns and overall temperament
• Providing an abundance of love and attention

COMMUNICATION between foster homes and Golden Rescue In Naples, Inc. members is very important. Please be assured will be doing follow-ups and will be there for you when you have questions about your foster Golden.

Expenses: The foster home assumes all feeding costs for the dog, as well as any toys that you buy. Preapproved veterinary expenses are paid by Golden Rescue In Naples, Inc.

General Information:

You will be required to complete an adoption/foster application . Approval of that application will depend on results of past/current veterinarian care, interview and home visit by one of our Golden Rescue In Naples, Inc. members.

The member will call you when a Golden needs fostering…the dog will be described to you and if you feel that the Golden is not the right foster dog for you please tell us…. WE WANT THIS TO BE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!.

Yes, you WILL become attached to the dog ... how can you not? You just need to remember that you are providing love and stability to a dog that is in dire need of that attention at this stressful time in its life. And yes, it's OK to cry when the dog goes to his "forever" home with his new adoptive owners.

Foster homes do have the FIRST right to adopt their foster Golden.

Click HERE to open the Adoption/Foster application in PDF
Click HERE to open the Adoption/Foster application in WORD

Golden Rescue In Naples, Inc. is a 501c3 Non-profit organization.

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