WHY FOSTER OR ADOPT A RESCUE DOG?
Ongoing Shelter Crisis Across the Country
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By Fostering or Adopting, You Help Save a Life!
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By Fostering or Adopting, You Help Save a Life!
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FOSTERING AND ADOPTING THROUGH MIKO'S RESCUE MISSION
Overview
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Temporary Fostering: Typically 1 Week or Less
Short-Term Fostering: 1 Week to 1 Month
Long-Term Fostering: 1 Month to 6 Months or Longer
You care for a Foster Dog until they are placed into their Foster-to-Adopt home!
Adopting (Foster-to-Adopt): Furever!
All Potential Adopters will go through a mandatory 3-Month Foster Period to ensure a lasting fit with their Foster Dog. Once the 3-Month Foster Period is up, the Adoption will be finalized!
About Your Potential Foster Dog
A Foster Dog may be coming from a Boarding or Home Boarding Facility, a Short-Term Foster Home, or from the Rescue Founder's own home.
It is important that you are realistic and honest with how long you can keep a Foster Dog for; we depend on you sticking to your time commitment because a Long-Term Foster Home is where a Foster Dog truly begins to thrive. You will help them get settled into a new routine, feel comfortable and safe, and help them gain confidence by having new experiences while living in a home environment with you.
If you change your mind or back out sooner then what you committed to, it creates stress and instability for the Foster Dog, puts an added strain on our team, and disrupts the Decompression Process. PLEASE-- TAKE YOUR OFFER TO FOSTER SERIOUSLY. THANK YOU.
Our Long-Term Foster Parents agree to help with training their Foster Dog through utilizing our Co-Parenting Prep Course and working with approved and qualified virtual/in-person certified dog trainers (as needed).
Keep in mind that your Foster Dog needs the following (this is not a complete list):
- Quiet time in the crate or dog bed (crate is best if they are a high-energy dog who can't relax easily on their own)
- A structured sleep routine (16-18 hours minimum per day!)
- A weekly exercise schedule (walks, playtime outside, hiking, running, etc.)
- Mental stimulation such as sniffing, puzzle toys, short training sessions
- To be able to do 'normal dog things' like sniffing, digging, running, jumping, shredding (boxes, paper, toys, etc.), rolling in the dirt/grass, laying out in the sun enjoying the fresh air, etc.
We will provide a complete list of your specific Foster Dog's preferences for exercise, sleep routine, meals, toys, playtime, behavioral needs, things to avoid, etc. along with a Feeding Schedule and instructions for how to prepare their food and any supplements, medications, hygiene routines, etc. that are needed.
*Please Note: The Foster Dog will have their dog license registered to your address under the Rescue Founder's Name after the first 30 days of the dog being in your residence (if applicable).
OUR DOGS WHO ARE SEARCHING FOR FOSTER OR FUREVER HOMES
HOW TO APPLY
1. Submit the Foster Interest Form (via Google Forms)
Thank you for being willing to welcome a Pitty into your home! Please complete this online form. Once submitted, someone will contact you within 1-2 days. Thanks for your interest!
2. Have a Pre-Screening Conversation (Call/Text)
Someone from our team will contact you via call/text to touch base and discuss further details to ensure the dog is a good potential fit for you and your home!
3. Complete the Meet and Greet Form (via Google Forms)
You can schedule the Meet and Greet in-person or virtually! For an In-Person Meet and Greet, we can either meet at a halfway point in a public location or in the comfort of your own home. For a Virtual Meet and Greet, we will schedule a Live Video Call with the dog/s of your choice!
4. Fill Out the General Foster Application (via Google Forms)
The General Foster Application is the same for all fostering options (you can download a copy for review below).
5. Complete a Virtual or In-Person Home Check
You can schedule the Home Check in-person or virtually! For the Virtual Home Check, we will complete a Live Video Call Walkthrough of your home and request specific photos of the inside and outside of your home to be submitted via Google Drive.
If your Foster Application has been approved, we can complete the In-Person Home Check at the same time as the Meet and Greet if you'd like!
6. Review & Sign the Foster Agreement (via Adobe Sign)
Upon approval, you will receive the Foster Agreement emailed to you to complete and sign digitally. There is a separate Foster Agreement for Temporary, Short-Term, Long-Term, and Foster-to-Adopt options (you can download below and review before completing online).
7. Transport/Drop-Off/Pick-Up Will be Arranged
These arrangements will be made depending on how long you are fostering. We typically prefer to drop-off the Foster Dog and supplies directly to your home. We can help you set up the crate/dog's area, any fencing or baby gates needed, and help to ensure you, your family, and the dog are set up for success!
We provide all food, supplies, etc. needed! Additional supply needs should be communicated to us via text message and we will arrange drop off or ship them to you!
Additional Steps for Foster-to-Adopt Applicants
- Background Check
- Complete Foster-to-Adopt Application & Sign Agreement (if you previously haven't)
- Complete the Adoption Application (via ShelterLuv)
- Sign the Adoption Contract (via ShelterLuv)
- Pay Adoption Fee - Pay up-front or set up a 3-Month Payment Plan. The balance is due at the time of finalizing the Adoption Contract after the required Foster Period (Fees listed in FAQ below)
Frequently Asked Questions About Fostering & Adopting
Please reach us at hello@mikosrescuemission.org if you cannot find an answer to your question, we are happy to provide a response!
YES!! We provide all necessary supplies, food, vet care, etc. for your foster dog! We can create a wishlist with needed supplies to have them directly shipped to your home!
Temporary, Short-Term, and Long-Term Fosters homes must be located somewhere in the state of California, ideally in the Los Angeles area.
Foster-to-Adopt (Adoption) applicants can be located anywhere in the United States. In some cases, transport of the dog to your home can be arranged upon approval, and you are required to pay all transport costs. In other cases, you will be required to come to California to meet your potential dog in-person to ensure it's a good fit. You will then need to drive your dog back to your home or arrange a private flight. We do NOT allow our dogs to be transported via cargo on airplanes.
We welcome applicants who live in apartments, condos, townhouses, mobile homes, single-family houses, and duplexes. You need to have some sort of enclosed outdoor space (patio, backyard, balcony); for some dogs, they do require a securely-fenced backyard.
We only offer a Foster-to-Adopt option to ensure our dogs are placed into the right home for both them and you! It is essentially a 3-month minimum Foster Period that acts as a trial of the dog living in your home.
If you are applying for Foster-to-Adopt, you are basically applying for Adoption! The Foster Period should (hopefully) just be an added cushion of support while your dog transitions into your home and care. If you have any hesitation or change your mind within the Foster Period, you can return the dog to us and feel confident that we will support your decision without guilt or pressure!
We do place an Adoption Hold on the dog during this time so they are not actively networked and are reserved for you. We always prefer people to select Long-Term Fostering if they are not quite sure if they want to adopt or not. Then, if you feel it's a good fit, you can apply for Foster-to-Adopt at that point!
(Foster to-Adopt) Adoption Fees help to ensure basic costs of your dog are covered, as well as an investment on your part that demonstrates a commitment to keeping your dog furever. Your contribution is 100% tax-deductible.
Payments are due by the time of signing the Adoption Contract. You can pay up-front or set up a 3-Month Payment Plan that coincides with the 3-month minimum Foster Period required for all adoptions.
If you financially sponsored or fostered your dog prior to applying for Foster-to-Adopt, your fee may be reduced or waived! Adoption Fees are as follows:
- Only-Animal Home Dog: $175
- Medical Needs Dog: $225
- Dog-Friendly Dog: $125
- Senior Dog: $100
- It Takes a Village Co-Parenting Program: $150 (Fee may be reduced or waived upon acceptance into the program)
We also welcome you to make a donation on top of your Adoption Fee if you feel called to contribute to the ongoing care of other dogs in our rescue. We are so grateful for you, thank you!
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