Fostering a Basset
Fostering a Basset Hound is indeed a special experience. These dogs are known for their affectionate nature and loyalty, making them wonderful companions. As a foster parent, you provide them with a safe environment where they can heal, feel secure, and get ready for their permanent home. It’s also an opportunity to make a real difference in their lives, offering love, structure, and socialization.
The purpose of a foster home is to provide a safe, loving environment while we evaluate each dog’s behavior around other pets, children, and in different settings. It’s an opportunity to observe the dog’s personality, temperament, and overall attitude.
Many of the dogs in our care require assistance with basic needs, whether it’s house training, managing separation anxiety, overcoming shyness, or learning proper house manners. Our foster homes play a key role in helping these dogs become well-adjusted and more adoptable. While fosters are not expected to handle serious behavioral issues, we have professional trainers available to guide the dogs through more challenging phases.
All information gathered during the foster period will be shared with our adoption coordinators, who work closely with you to ensure each Basset Hound is matched with the perfect forever home.
What We Provide:
· The rescue covers the cost of all veterinary care as directed by the medical coordinator.
· The rescue covers the cost of prescription food if needed.
· The rescue covers monthly heartworm, flea and tick preventative.
· Fosters provide food, water, a safe environment, and plenty of love.
Please Note: This is not a "foster to adopt" program.
Fostering Requirements:
· Must have a fenced yard.
· No children under 6 years old living in the home.
· All other dogs in the household must be spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, and
on heartworm prevention.
· Must have previous Basset Hound experience.
· Must have a vehicle available for dog transports.
If you meet these criteria and are interested in fostering, please complete the Foster Home Application below. The Foster Coordinator will contact you within a few days of receiving your application.
Thank you for your willingness to help the Basset Hounds in need!