Foster

We need foster families.

Many of the dogs we rescue were abused and neglected. They spent most—if not all—of their lives without having basic needs met.

Thes pups need a lot of TLC. We cannot rescue dogs only to place them in a clean cage and expect them to succeed in life or a family. A HavaHeart Rescue foster family is loving, compassionate, and patient. And they make all the difference in the lives of our rescues.

Our rescue pups need help learning how to be a member of the family. They need to learn that not all humans want to hurt them. They need to learn how to play, walk on a leash, and interact with people and other pets.

A loving foster home is the first and most important step on the journey to rehabilitation. Our foster families experience the joy and satisfaction of a job well done as they witness the dog in their care flourish into a confident and healthy pet. The quicker we can get a rescue into a foster home, the sooner they start to forget their past and learn how to become a socialized pet.

What fostering a HavaHeart dog involves.

A foster home shares their home with a rescued dog. They provide food, shelter, toys, walks, and lots of attention—as if the dog was their own—until an adoptive home is found.

A few things a HavaHeart Rescue foster family will do:

Observe the dog's behavior in different situations (Are they good with kids? Other dogs? Cats? etc.).
Work on basic skills (like potty training and leash training).
Bring the dog to adoption events to help him or her find their forever home.
Provide updates (video, photos, and short written updates) on a regular basis. This helps us update their profiles online and helps us find them an adoptive home.

Foster families are invited to help us in the placement process by recruiting potential adoptive families and interviewing prospective adoptive placements. Many foster families complete a home visit if they wish (to make sure the family is a good fit for the dog). All final placement decisions are made by HavaHeart Rescue's board of directors. The insight of the foster family as well as their bond with the dog is highly valued and taken into consideration.

Who can foster.

Foster families meet the same requirements as any adoptive family. To be considered, you must . . .

Have the time, attention, and patience to give to a rescue dog.
Include the dog in family activities (treat the dog as if it was their dog).
Allow the dog to live as a house dog with as much human companionship and one-on-one time as possible. (Outside living conditions will NOT be considered.)
Allow the dog to live unchained.
Provide adequate food and water and daily exercise.
Provide clean, dry shelter.
Ensure the dog wears collar and ID tags at all times.
Obey all applicable laws governing control and custody of animals.
Love, cuddle, play with, bathe, brush, and teach basic commands to the dog.
**If you have other dogs in the home, they must be spayed or neutered and up to date on all vet care (shots and preventatives).

What HavaHeart provides.

HavaHeart Rescue walks with you if this is your first time or one hundredth time to foster. This list is some of the things we provide:

Collar and/or harness
Leash
ID tag
Dewormer
Toy
Blanket
Brush
Flea and tick prevention
Potty pads
Treats
Food to get you started
Crate
Belly bands/diapers (when necessary)
All medical treatment needed
- medical checkups
- vaccines
- heartworm preventative
Folder with information to take home with you
Membership to private adoption and foster group on Facebook for ongoing support
Dedicated Havaheart Rescue foster rep to help you through the process

We only foster in the following cities at this time:

Arkansas, Illinois,
Kansas & Michigan

Berryville, AR
Rogers, AR
Downers Grove, IL
Eudora, KS
Washington, MI

Missouri

Branson, MO
Cape Girardeau, MO
Kansas City, MO
Marshfield, MO
Osage Beach, MO
Ozark, MO

Missouri

Ozark, MO
Poplar Bluff, MO
Springfield, MO
St. Louis, MO
St. Charles, MO
Webb City, MO

Foster Application

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All dogs placed through the Havaheart Rescue will have health checks, personality and temperament evaluations, and will be spayed or neutered prior to placement unless a medical condition exists, diagnosed by a veterinarian, that would prevent this surgery. I understand that this is a preliminary application and that there may be no Dog available in rescue at this time. I understand that if a Dog should become available, that I will be required to provide further information including, but not limited to, personal and veterinary references. I further understand that all information on my Preliminary Rescue Foster Application will be kept confidential; that my application will be kept on file until I notify the Havaheart Rescue that I am no longer interested in a rescue; and that I will not be contacted unless an appropriate Dog becomes available.

At this time, HavaHeart Rescue is able to foster dogs in cities where we have established vet relationships. In order to foster with HavaHeart Rescue, I understand that I must work with a veterinarian in our network.

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We need foster families.

What fostering a HavaHeart dog involves.

Who can foster.

What HavaHeart provides.

We only foster in the following cities at this time:

Arkansas, Illinois,
Kansas & Michigan

Missouri

Missouri

Foster Application

Foster

Employment & Schooling

Yard Information

Family & History

Feeding & Exercise

Sleep & Alone Time

Behavior & Training

What Behaviors Can You Tolerate (AND WORK ON)?

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Veterinarian Information

Trainer Information

Groomer Information

Kennel Information

Foster Care

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Foster

We need foster families.

What fostering a HavaHeart dog involves.

Who can foster.

What HavaHeart provides.

We only foster in the following cities at this time:

Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas & Michigan

Missouri

Missouri

Foster Application

Foster

Employment & Schooling

Yard Information

Family & History

Feeding & Exercise

Sleep & Alone Time

Behavior & Training

What Behaviors Can You Tolerate (AND WORK ON)?

Personal Reference

Personal Reference 2

Personal Reference 3

Veterinarian Information

Trainer Information

Groomer Information

Kennel Information

Foster Care

Would You Consider:

Authorization

Arkansas, Illinois,
Kansas & Michigan