Foster A Pet

FOSTERING a CARA pet

Because CARA does not run an animal shelter, rescued animals need to be placed in a good home with fosters that are interested in investing energy and time as well as possibly financial resources in rehabilitating the animal and preparing it for its forever home. It is important to understand the commitments that a foster makes, as most of the rescued animal have endured traumatic experiences and need people who are experienced in caring for animals to prepare them for adoption or even pamper them back to health.

The information below is designed to assist you during your time as a foster, give some basic information of what is expected of a foster and who to contact should you have further questions.

As a foster, your commitment usually lasts 3 months to 1 year during which CARA will add the animal to the adoption list and bring it to adoption events or meet ups with possible adoption families. During this time the foster family covers basic needs such as food, toys, vitamins. Depending on the financial situation of the foster, either CARA or the foster cover medical expenses. We have some fosters who are of simple means, but still have a lot of love and a good home to offer, and other fosters who have better financial situations and may have the means to pay for medical bills. It really is a case per case basis that should be discussed before the animal goes to the foster. Honesty between the foster and CARA is of great importance not only before but also throughout the fostering period – caring for the animal should be a team effort.

If you end up falling in love with your foster animal and decide to adopt permanently – great! Please let CARA know and we will happily take the foster animal off our adoption list after going through the adoption formalities with you.

 

Carefully read through and fill out the Foster Application Form as well as the Fostering Policies.

Please don’t ever hesitate to voice any concerns or questions to your CARA contact person.

 

A few factors to consider before you decide to foster:

• What is your financial situation? Can you afford to foster a pet? If you have limited financial resources please let us know how much you are able to spend so we may allocate additional funds and find the right pet for you.

• Where do you live? If you rent, will your landlord let you keep a pet there? Are you planning on moving? If you are planning to move countries, when will this happen? Please give us at least 3 months prior notice to be able to find a new foster.

• What is your family situation? Getting a foster pet is a decision that has to be made by, and agreed upon, all members of the family.

• Are you willing to live the “pet lifestyle”? Consider fostering an adult pet that already knows more about how to behave in a human household if you don’t want to deal with puppy or kitten playfulness and possible minor challenges. Please speak to CARA in advance so we can find you the right pet to foster.

• If you are taking on a Canine are you willing and able to train them? Will you need assistance with this?

 

We don’t want to put you off fostering a pet, we have so many that need good homes, we just want to make sure you know exactly what you are taking on. Fostering an animal is very rewarding, but knowing the facts beforehand and preparing accordingly is a must.

 

How to prepare your home for a foster pet:

Canines:

1. Two food bowls

2. A dog “bed”

3. Collar & leash

4. Toys suitable for dogs

5. Good quality food

6. Brush & shampoo if self – grooming (make sure you buy the right one depending on the animal’s fur). If you wish to have your dog professionally groomed ensure you do so frequently – depending on the dog’s fur.

7. Sufficient space for the dog to get some exercise inside the home, as well as an outside environment where the dog can be walked 2x a day leashed.

 

Felines:

1. Two food bowls

2. Cat bed or designated place to rest.

3. Scratch post

4. Litter tray with scooper

5. Cat litter

6. Toys

7. Good quality food

8. Brush & shampoo if self – grooming (make sure you buy the right one depending on the animal’s fur). If you wish to have your cat professionally groomed ensure you do so frequently – depending on its fur.

9. Sufficient space inside your home for the cat to get some exercise.

 

Some resources for your reference:

Pet shops:

Doggieland

148 San Francisco St. Brgy Plainview

Mandaluyong City

Tel: (02) 5327021

 

Bow & Wow

5/L Shangri-La Plaza,

Mandaluyong City

Tel: (02) 6383372

 

Bow & Wow

Lower Ground Floor Greenbelt 5,

Makati City

(02) 5013680

http://www.bowandwow.com.ph/#/Our-Stores

 

For more shops you may also have a look at:

http://www.spot.ph/shopping/46939/top-10-pet-friendly-spots-in-metro- manila/1

 

Veterinary clinics :

 

VETS IN PRACTICE

#63 Maysilo Circle

Plainview

Mandaluyong City

(Just across Tapa King, right at the corner of Boni Avenue extension; around the Mandaluyong City Hall)

Tel: 
(02) 5311581 – 83

Dr. Riza or Dr. Dan

 

102a Alabang Business Tower

Madrigal Business Park

Alabang

Muntinlupa

Tel: (02) 8467730 / 8428379

Dr. Lester Lopez

 

BSF Animal Clinic

Unit 1E, Kensington Place

1st Ave, Bonifacio Global City

Taguig City

Tel: (02) 8223660

http://beterinaryo.com/

Dr. Fara or Dr. Chico

 

 

 

ACS

Tiendesitas, Pasig City

Tel: (02) 6356895

Dr. Siday

 

• Dog Boarding facilities:

In case you need to temporarily board your foster animal.

 

VIP Pet Hotel and Wellness Center

(Next to VIP clinic, see above)

Tel: (02) 4707978, – 7478, – 7043

 

Pernilla Harboe

(Near the airport)

Tel: (02) 8525148, 0916 6172663

 

Your CARA contacts:

 

If you have questions, concerns or your foster animal needs medical attention please contact us!

Tanya Guerrero: guerrerotanya@gmail.com,

Tel: 0916 3739812

 

 

Please read fostering polices carefully, we want to ensure our rescued animals go to a loving and safe environment.