Dogs dogs everywhere

And not enough foster homes.
Again I have dogs lined up to come into care but no where to place them. There are young pups and mature dogs just looking for a chance for a new life. And foster homes are the blood that makes rescue works.
A couple of the dogs needing placement are good with other dogs, kids and most likely cats. They would be the perfect house guests for a month or so.
Take Bella for example. Bella had us worried when she was in the shelter. She was growly, hard to get leashed and wouldn't let anyone brush her. She barked and scared everyone away. And because of her behaviour she wasn't getting anyone interested in taking her. Being at the shelter just make it worse.
I got to have a quick visit with Bella this afternoon in her new foster home. She is settling in really nicely. After a few walks down the street, she is managing to be around the traffic. She has found her spot at the foot of Shannons bed and stays there all night. Shannon gave her a really good brushing yesterday and Bella found the joy of toys. Those were perhaps the first time she has gotten to do those things.
Miss Bella is bonding quickly to Shannon. When I walked in she was glad to see me and even happier to see the bully stick I brought. Off she ran with it in her mouth. But every few minutes she would come back to Shannon as if to say, is this really ok? She has gotten to meet some people and found out they aren't all bad. This is a totally different dog then I saw at the shelter and this is exactly what fostering is about. Letting the dog know that it is safe and loved and that it can start to be a dog. Even if Bella isn't the right dog for Shannon, she is the perfect dog for someone. Yes she is still scared. Yes she is still unsure of her surroundings but she is coming out of her shell and we will soon see the beautiful girl that she has the ability to be.
So, if your thinking that you just might like to try this fostering thing, drop us a line. Young dogs, mature dogs, females, males, we have them waiting just for you.