A safe home. A second chance. A life changed.

Fostering is one of the most powerful ways to help a dog in need. When you open your home temporarily, you give a dog safety, stability, and love at a time they need it most. You also create space in rescue for the next dog who needs urgent help — a ripple effect that saves lives.

💛 What fostering means

• Providing a short‑term home for a dog until they’re ready for adoption

• Offering routine, comfort, and kindness — especially for dogs recovering from stress, neglect, or upheaval

• Helping a dog learn (or remember) what it feels like to be part of a family

• Giving us vital space to rescue more dogs in crisis

🌟 Why fostering matters

• Many dogs struggle in kennels; a home environment helps them relax, decompress, and show their true personalities

• Foster homes are essential for dogs recovering from illness, injury, or surgery

• Fostering dramatically improves a dog’s chance of finding the right forever home

🧡 What we provide

Every foster carer is fully supported.

• All essential vet care is covered

• Behavioural support and guidance are available whenever needed

• We provide equipment and supplies so you can focus on care, not cost

🏡 Who can foster?

Fostering is flexible and accessible.

• You don’t need specialist experience — just patience, empathy, and a safe home

• We match each dog to the right foster home based on your lifestyle and experience

• Children, other pets, work schedules — none of these are barriers. We work with you to find the right fit

⏳ How long is a foster placement?

It varies. Some dogs need a few days of rest; others need a few weeks or months. You can take breaks whenever you need to.

🌱 The impact you make

Foster carers often describe the experience as one of the most rewarding things they’ve ever done. You’re not “just” looking after a dog — you’re giving them the first chapter of their new life.

Fostering Criteria

Fostering a dog is one of the most meaningful ways to help an animal in need. Our foster carers provide safety, stability, and love while we find each dog their forever home. We welcome foster carers from all walks of life — you don’t need a perfect home, just a safe one and a willingness to care.

Below is what we look for when placing a dog in foster:

What You Need to Foster:

A Safe, Secure Home

• A home where a dog can live safely and comfortably

• A secure garden or outdoor space is helpful but not essential

Time & Availability

• Enough time each day for feeding, exercise, and companionship

• Ability to attend vet appointments when needed (we cover costs)

• Must be able to take the dog to Ddole Road Vets in Llandrindod Wells for routine and emergency care

• Willingness to communicate updates so we can support you and find the right adopter

Stability & Reliability

• A calm, predictable environment where a dog can settle

• Commitment to caring for the dog until adoption or agreed transfer

• Openness to follow our guidance and welfare standards

Children, Pets & Households

We believe fostering should be accessible. Children, other dogs, and even cats are not barriers — we simply match each dog to the right home.

• We will only place dogs who are suitable for homes with children

• We will only place dog‑friendly dogs with resident dogs

• We will always be honest about a dog’s needs so you can make an informed decision

If you are interested in becoming a dog/puppy foster carer, please complete the online form below