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Talk to me about fostering
I know we're not ready for a permanent dog right now, but there is a dog on Phoenix Animal Rescue's site that is seriously melting my heart. I'm not sure DH would be open to fostering (just because he'd get too attached) but I'm curious...
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Re: Talk to me about fostering
Ha. She's adorable isn't she?
We're obviously new to this whole thing but so far it's been going well. DH and I were just talking last night and saying that while we love R, and if we were to adopt, would absolutely consider him before even looking elsewhere, we're both not sure after these initial few days that we want a dog. We're both kind of in the "what the hell have we done, this is so much work compared to the cats" mode. This may be a bit flameable but it's how we feel right now. I think once we get a routine with him that this feeling will change but it's still really a learning process for us.
As for Phoenix, I'm not sure how many fosters she accepts outside of Gainesville. R really didn't do well at Petsmart because he has major crate anxiety, so being there doesn't help his chances of getting adopted. That's why she thought he was a good candidate for a foster in Jax. I have no idea if she has other dogs that she's willing to do this with.
The process was relatively easy and straightforward. She was incredibly easy to work with and has been very supportive since we brought him home. Food, vet bills, etc. are paid for and she just asks that you buy food bowls. Obviously any toys you want to buy or food you want to donate is appreciated. We also bought him a dog bed since we have all tile/wood laminate and don't want to encourage him to get on the couches/beds since this isn't necessarily his forever home. She has crates for the dogs but we don't have one for R since he despises it.
Overall I'm really glad we're doing it. Even if we ultimately decide we don't want a permanent dog, we're enjoying having him here (despite all the work) and it feels really good to take care of him and help. I will admit we're already somewhat attached to him but I think the initial "holy crap this is hard" is helping us stay somewhat detached. Since you've already had a dog this may be harder for you.
Fostering is the single best thing I feel that I have ever done. You guys know I have nothing but praises for Michelle and PAR. Her support and way she runs her program were major factors in my enjoyment of the process.
If you decide to foster, I would highly suggest working with a smaller rescue as opposed to a Humane Society or other shelter because the support just isn't there at other places.
Lucky- every single time we brought a new dog in I had that "oh shiit" feeling. It seemed to take us about two weeks every time we made a change to get adjusted. Some of the dogs of course, were easier or better fit for us than others. Also, I suspect the adjustment will take even longer for you since this is the first dog ever.