Become a Foster Hero and Help Us Save Lives!
Foster caregivers are an essential part of our mission to save lives at Fort Worth Animal Care and Control. By opening your home to a shelter pet, you provide them with the love and care they need to thrive outside of the shelter environment. From pets recovering from illness or injury to orphaned kittens and puppies, foster homes are the bridge between a challenging start and a happy ending.
We have fostering options for everyone! Whether you can commit to just a day or are ready to welcome a furry friend for longer, there’s a program that fits your lifestyle and helps our pets get one step closer to adoption.
YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN 50 MILES OF EITHER OF OUR MAIN SHELTERS TO BE ABLE TO FOSTER
Types of Foster Opportunities
Transport Fostering
Make a life-changing impact in just a short amount of time! This program supports pets selected for our out-of-state transport program, where they’re headed to areas with a greater demand for adoptable animals. Many of these pets already have adoptive families eagerly waiting for them! As a transport foster, you provide a temporary home, ensuring they’re healthy, happy, and ready for their journey. Your role is vital to the success of this incredible program, and it’s a rewarding way to save lives in a short-term commitment.
Out & About Program
Brighten a shelter pet’s day and boost their chances of adoption! Our Out & About program allows you to take a dog out for the day or even a sleepover. This can include anything from a trip to the park, a hike, or a cozy night at home. These outings give dogs a much-needed break from the shelter, improve their mental health, and help us learn more about their personalities—all of which increase their adoptability. Plus, it’s a fun way to make a difference with minimal commitment!
Traditional Fostering
Provide a safe, nurturing environment for shelter pets awaiting their forever homes. Traditional fosters care for pets of all ages, sizes, and needs. Whether it’s a shy dog needing socialization, a cat recovering from minor medical care, or a playful puppy waiting to grow strong enough for adoption, you’re giving them the gift of stability and love.
Puppies and Kittens, (Including Bottle Babies)
Help our youngest and most vulnerable residents! Caring for puppies and kittens, especially bottle-fed babies, is a rewarding experience. These tiny lives depend on foster homes for round-the-clock care, socialization, and a safe place to grow.
What Does the Shelter Provide?
- Veterinary Care: Vaccinations, spay/neuter services, microchips, and in-shelter vet care.
- Supplies: Food, treats, beds, crates, leashes, and other basic items (based on availability).
- Trainings and Resources
What Do You Provide?
A safe, loving home, exercise, space, and socialization to help your foster pet thrive.
No matter which program you choose, you’ll play a critical role in saving lives and bringing hope to shelter pets in need. Join us today and become a Foster Hero!
How Our Onboarding Process Works:
Once we have received your application, our team will work on approving within 48 - 72 hours. Then you will receive a welcome email from our team with the next steps needed:
- Background Screen Submission - to pickup up your first foster, this will have to have already been submitted
- Review Your Foster Manual: FWACC Foster Manual
- Sign-Up for Your First Time Foster Orientation:
- Complete Your Animal Health Training: Animal Health Training
- Take Home Your First Foster!!!
WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU!
If you have any questions along the way, please email us at fwaccfoster@fortworthtexas.gov
Shelter Locations:
- North Animal Campus 351 Hillshire Dr. Fort Worth 76052
- Chuck and Brenda Silcox Shelter 4900 Martin St. Fort Worth 76119
