Become A Foster
Open Your Heart and Home: Become a Foster!
Love dogs but not ready for a lifetime commitment? Fostering is a perfect way to enjoy the companionship of a dog while making a meaningful impact! By becoming a foster, you’re giving a dog a safe and loving temporary home while we find them their forever family. Plus, we’re here to support you every step of the way!
How to Get Started:
It’s easy to become a foster! Just fill out our application below or email SCDRFOSTER@gmail.com for more information.
Why Foster?
Unlike traditional shelters, Sophie’s Circle doesn’t have a physical facility to house our dogs. Instead, we rely on amazing foster homes like yours to provide a temporary, loving environment until these pups find their forever homes. Whether you can foster for a night, a week, or a month, every bit of help makes a huge difference.
- We’ll match you with a dog that fits your lifestyle.
- Need assistance with food or vet care? We can help!
- Fostering is flexible – whether short-term or longer, you decide what works best for you.
Foster-to-Adopt Program
Thinking about adopting but want to be sure? Our Foster-to-Adopt program gives you a one-week trial with a dog before making a final decision. A deposit is required and must be paid in full before or on the day the dog enters your home. If the adoption doesn’t work out after the full week, your deposit can be returned or turned into a donation for the time and effort you gave. Contracts must be signed on Day 1.
Setting Your Foster Pup Up for Success
To ensure a smooth transition, we ask all foster families to follow “The First 2 Weeks” program. This structured approach helps your foster dog adjust, learn boundaries, and settle into their new environment safely. We’ve seen incredible success with this method, and we encourage all household members to read about it before welcoming a foster dog.
Thank you for considering fostering! You’re not just helping a dog in need—you’re saving a life.
