Fostering Gives Back

Fostering animals provides a safe and healthy environment for those who need to heal, grow, or get a little extra love while waiting for a forever home. Humane Indiana never wants to turn an animal in need away. When our shelter reaches capacity, some of our pets need a temporary place to live so we can make room for more. Foster families selflessly share their home and provide a loving transition while the pet is matched with a forever home.

ANIMALS WHO NEED YOUR HELP

Orphaned puppies and kittens too young to live in the shelter
Canines and felines in need of socialization
Dogs and cats with medical issues who need extra special care

SUPPLIES PROVIDED TO FOSTER HOMES

Food
Medication
Bedding
Crates
Bottles
Other necessary supplies

Emergency Crisis Foster

Have you or someone you know, ever hit a rough patch in life? We see it every day in the homeless and helpless pets that reach our shelter doors. More recently, the human stories of survival and the human-animal bond have touched the hearts of our staff, volunteers, donors and foster families and have given new meaning to the good that we do together at Humane Indiana.

WHAT IS AN EMERGENCY CRISIS FOSTER?

An Emergency Crisis Foster is someone who is willing to temporarily open their home and heart to a pet owner in need. Pet owners who’ve found themselves in very difficult situations, simply need time to resolve them before making the hard decision to surrender their beloved pets. The variety of reasons Emergency Crisis Foster Homes are needed include homelessness, domestic abuse, house fires, injured or ill owners, relocation or moving, etc. In any case, these pet owners are trying desperately NOT to lose or surrender their pets.

Every month, Humane Indiana receives several calls for Emergency Crisis Fosters. These are usually very tough, heart-wrenching situations that require a compassionate heart and hand. Since we do not offer boarding at our facility, Emergency Crisis Foster Homes are our only option in many cases and the best-case scenario for the pets. We truly want to facilitate fostering.

HOW DOES EMERGENCY CRISIS FOSTERING WORK?

Emergency Crisis Fostering is typically a 30-day commitment. We work within our foster network and provide any needs for the foster, including food, bowls, vaccines, bedding, collars, and leashes. We keep in constant contact with the legal owner of the fostered pet to ease all concerns.

Are you facing a difficult life situation and need help?

We know losing your pet is the last thing you want. Let us help you make it through these trying times and keep your dogs and/or cats with your family. If you are temporarily unable to care for your pet or have run into unforeseen circumstances, we will work to match an Emergency Crisis Foster willing to temporarily open their home and heart to your pet. Reuniting you with your furry friend after your hardship is the best-case scenario for you—and your pet.

Humane Indiana is a proud United Way partner offering help for pet owners in need through our Crisis Foster Program. We also partner with area domestic violence shelters. Please don’t let safeguarding your pet stop you from making important decisions. We will help you.

St. Jude House
Haven House
The Caring Place

Humane Indiana’s main coverage area is Northwest Indiana; however, we will make our best attempt to help you.