Foster Parent Responsibilities
The San Francisco SPCA maintains legal guardianship of animals in foster care and covers their medical costs. To be a foster parent, you must:
- Show genuine concern for the welfare of animals, consistent with the philosophy of the San Francisco SPCA
- Conscientiously monitor the medical condition, energy level and behavior of the animals in your care
- Separate foster animals from your animals
- Work independently while following instructions and policies
- Be physically able to transport kittens or puppies – and their supplies
- Ask questions and call to discuss concerns
- Join our foster egroup to stay current on fostering issues
- Be accessible via email
Foster Parent Responsibilities
- Provide care and socialization to the animals in your care
- Contact the foster staff or medical staff when concerns develop
- Keep animals on track with their vaccination schedule and return animals when scheduled
- Surrender animals to the SF SPCA when they’re ready for adoption
- Quickly bring a sick animal to the SF SPCA (or authorized alternative) in case of an emergency
Sign up with our Foster Care Coordinator at foster@sfspca.org. And read our Kitten Care Program Volunteer Manual.
