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Fostering
Saves
Lives.

Give a dog or cat
the chance to begin again.

Watch Orientation
A woman crouching on a park sidewalk holding a dog dressed in pink pajamas with a white background. The woman has long brown hair and is smiling at the camera. The background shows green grass and trees in the distance during the daytime.
A dog with tan and white fur, wearing a red harness, sleeping peacefully with its head resting on a person's leg inside a house.

Open Your Heart. Open Your Home. Save a Life.

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Fostering is one of the most powerful ways to make a difference. Every rescued dog or cat needs a temporary safe place to rest, heal, and prepare for adoption — and that begins with you.

Watch Orientation

Your Three Steps to Save a Life

  • Two puppies sitting on grass, one looking directly at the camera and the other looking slightly away, with a small orange toy nearby.

    1. Watch the Orientation Video

    Learn about our mission and how fostering works.

  • A young tabby cat lying on a cushioned surface with a wicker basket or furniture piece nearby, looking at the camera.

    2. Complete the Foster Questionnaire

    Share details about your experience and home environment.

  • A happy puppy lying on green grass, looking up with one paw raised and mouth open.

    3. Schedule Your Intro Call

    Once your form is processed, our team will invite you to book a call.

Watch Orientation

🐾 Start Your Foster Journey

🐾 Start Your Foster Journey

Your journey begins with a short orientation designed to set you — and the animals — up for success.

Before applying to foster, please watch our brief Foster Orientation Video. Once completed, you’ll be directed to the Foster Questionnaire. This step ensures every new foster caregiver understands our mission, expectations, and the support we provide before officially joining the Crew.

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Complete the
Foster Questionnaire

After you’ve completed the orientation video, you’ll gain access to our Foster Questionnaire.
This form helps us learn more about your home environment, preferences, and experience so we can make the best possible foster matches.

You’ll answer a few quick questions about your availability, comfort level with different types of pets, and any resident animals in your home. It only takes a few minutes to complete.

There’s no commitment yet — this simply helps us match you with the right foster opportunity.

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Next Step:
Foster Intro Call

After your questionnaire has been reviewed and processed, you’ll receive a follow-up email welcoming you to The Crew and inviting you to schedule a brief introductory call, at your convenience, with one of our team members to answer any questions and set you up for success to start saving lives.

This call helps us:

  • Answer your questions about the foster process

  • Ensure fostering is the right fit for your lifestyle

  • Discuss what kinds of pets you’d like to help

  • Explain the next steps in placement and onboarding

You don’t need to schedule this call right now.

This extra step helps us get to know our fosters better — and ensures every placement sets both you and the animal up for success.

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What to Expect
as a Foster

We Provide:

All food & supplies

Veterinary care

Ongoing support

You Provide:

Love & daily care

Safe, temporary home

Transport to vet visits

Eligibility: Adults (18+) within a ~4-hour radius of the Twin Cities metro area

Time commitment: Varies from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the animal’s needs

Ready to Begin?

You’re just a few steps away from changing a life.

Start Your Foster Journey

No experience needed — we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Because every life matters —
and every foster makes it possible.

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Serving pets and people across Minnesota — especially the Twin Cities and surrounding communities.