Foster Families needed for Hamilton County Humane Society

Foster Homes Needed--URGENT! Foster Homes Save Lives

Finding enough space to accommodate the ever-growing number of unwanted animals in our care is a daily challenge. This combined with the inevitable illness that results from these animals entering a stressful situation, often being surrendered by families they have loved their entire lives, has brought us to the point once again where we desperately need your help. We are simply out of room.

We currently have 10 dogs and 15 cats in need of immediate foster care. They are fighting off upper respiratory infections (URI) which are very common in a shelter environment. Unfortunately, we do not have enough room to accommodate these dogs and cats in our isolation area, so we must find foster homes where they can heal. Many of these animals are fighting off URI's for the second or third time because the stress of living in a shelter is simply too much for their immune systems to handle. For them, finding a foster home where they can remain until a permanent home can be found is their only hope.

What does fostering entail?

The time commitment varies depending on a particular animal's needs but could range from a couple of weeks to a few months depending on how long it takes to find your foster pet a permanent home or how long it takes the animal to recover from a particular medical condition.

This upper respiratory illness is contagious to other cats, so if you currently have a cat, we will need to make sure you have an area in your home where your foster cat can be kept separated from them at all times. We can provide you with guidelines on how to prevent your cat(s) from getting ill.

This upper respiratory illness is NOT contagious to dogs, so all you dog lovers out there have a wonderful opportunity to open your homes to a kitty in need and perhaps teach your dog a few things about who is REALLY in charge!

Becoming a foster is simple. We ask that you fill out an application and spend some time talking with one of our Animal Programs Coordinators to determine which animals would be best suited for foster care in your home. Some animals and medical conditions are easier to care for than others, so we want to make sure we pair you up with a foster pet who has needs that your schedule and experience can accommodate.

We provide all of the items you need to become a foster with the exception of a crate as our entire stock is being used to house animals at this time. We provide food, kitty litter, bowls etc., although we do greatly appreciate it when our foster families are willing to provide those items to help keep keep our costs down.

We cover the cost of all medical care for our foster animals. There is no out-of-pocket expense to provide medical care unless you want to sponsor your foster pet's needs. We do have a list of veterinarians that you must use for our foster animals' needs and those visits are coordinated with our Animal Programs Team.

And lastly, we will work together to find your foster pet a permanent home. From on-site adoption events to off-site adoption events at local businesses and pet stores, we will continue to work diligently to find our fosters their forever homes. Please consider becoming a foster parent today.

For information on how to become a foster parent, please email animalprograms@hamiltonhumane.com or call (317) 774-1263. There are currently 25 animals in need of IMMEDIATE placement. A commitment of 2 to 3 weeks can save their lives.

BUSTER and SOPHINA are just two of 25 animals in urgent need of a foster home.

Buster is just 2 years old and fighting for his life. He arrived on March 17th when his family could no longer keep him due to their allergies. He has become incredibly depressed and is being treated for an upper respiratory infection. Buster is barely eating now which believe is due more to his depression than anything. He is very affectionate and likes to be held. He likes to hand you his paw as if to give you a proper handshake. If you have room for this special boy in your home, please email animalprogams@hamiltonhumane.com or call 317-774-1263 TODAY!

Sophina is a 1 1/2 year old Pit Bull who came to us as a stray, very thin and malnourished. She has been fighting off upper respiratory since her arrival. What Sophina needs is a home where she can heal without the stresses of shelter life and have someone to give her the love and attention she craves. Her little tail thumps the ground as new people approach with the excitement that a belly rub might be coming her way. She is gentle and kind. She is very petite and does well in a crate. Sophina needs someone to give her a chance to heal. If you would like to foster Sophina back to health, please email animalprogams@hamiltonhumane.com or call 317-774-1263 TODAY!

1721 Pleasant Street * Noblesville, IN 46060 * (317) 773-4974
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