Foster
Our foster homes play a critical role at Saving Grace, providing a safe place for pups who need a little time before they are ready for adoption. Watch our video, then read below to learn more about these needs and how you can help!
What dogs are in need of foster homes?
There are two main types of foster dogs in the Saving Grace foster program: Puppies with or without their moms; and dogs needing time to recover.
Puppies under six months and pregnant moms or moms with nursing pups come to Saving Grace and are immediately placed into foster care so we can get them up to date on their vaccinations.
We have all numbers of puppies who are in need, from singles and pairs all the way up to large litters, and of course moms with any number of nursing pups.
Dogs needing time to recover can be puppies all the way up to seniors. There are many reasons why they may need time in a foster home but typically these dogs have suffered from an injury or illness, may need time to rest before or after surgery, or simply may need a quiet home for a little while to rest or put on some much needed weight.
Occasionally we have dogs that don’t fit into the categories above and we’ve been known to have the odd cat or kitten!
How do I become a foster home for Saving Grace?
Start your fostering journey by reading through Step 1: Understand what it takes. If you are new to fostering don’t worry, we will guide you through each step and be with you through the entire process.
Jump into our 4-Step Foster Process!
STEP 1: Understand what it takes
Is fostering a good fit for you?
STEP 2: Apply to be a Foster
If think you are ready to take on being a foster, fill out our application.
STEP 3: Attend a Foster Orientation
Once you’ve filled out your application, sign up for our orientation to get more information.
STEP 4: Approval and your first foster assignment!
Receive our welcome letter and handbook, and prepare for your first foster!
Foster News
Paw Print – April 2022 Newsletter
In our April 2022 Paw Print, we feature one of our foster families, and a recovery success.
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Get Involved: Foster Homes Needed
There are a lot of mama dogs currently in shelters, ready to give birth at any moment or who have already had their puppies. We would really love to bring these families into our program, but we need your help!
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Our Featured First-Time Foster: Jessica Sundberg
Jennifer and her husband decided to foster through Saving Grace during the pandemic since we were working from home and weren’t traveling as much as usual.
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Bobbie – Our Recovery of the month for November
Bobbie is such a champ!
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November Tips & Tricks: How to Introduce Your Dogs to your Fosters
November Tips & Tricks: How to Introduce Your Dogs to your Fosters November 1, 2021 Let them...
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Our Featured Foster: Brooke Berneking
Meet Brooke and her son Carter – who is hooked on fostering litters of puppies!
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FAQs about Fostering
For how long will I have a foster dog?
We need foster homes from 2-10 weeks depending on the dog’s needs. Newborn puppies will need a foster home for about 10 weeks; whereas a dog recovering from a surgery may need 2-3 weeks. Each dog’s situation is unique, and their fostering needs will be as well.
What dogs are available to foster?
The dogs in the foster program are puppies under six months, everything from single pups, pairs all the way up to large litters.
What is the difference between Fostering and Hosting?
Our Foster program is for very young puppies, sometimes with their moms; and older dogs that need extra TLC after surgery or illness. Foster periods vary but range from 2 to 10 weeks while we work to get these fosters ready for adoption. Our Hosting program is for healthy dogs who are already available for adoption and the Host period is one weekend, or a week during our special holiday host events.
Little miss Eden is a super sweet pup whose priority is to feel safe and secure. She will quickly become your shadow and your loyal companion! One of Eden's favorite outside activities in foster was to sit beneath a shady shrub and people-watch. She is waiting to meet you! Fill out an adoption request form on our website.![]()
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Amazing Amy came to us covered in chemical burns. We ensured she got antibiotics, pain medications & the support of a foster home to heal. Today, Amy (now Indy), has found her forever family! On Giving Tuesday, please consider giving to help more dogs like Amazing Amy, loom.ly/BBHdZJA #GivingTuesday #SavingGraceNC ... See MoreSee Less
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God bless her sweet soul…plz give her a home and some ❤️
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Fostering helps our program continue to save lives. We are always in critical need of more foster homes.![]()
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Our next Foster Orientation is November 13th at 6:00 PM. If you'd like to learn more to see if fostering is something you can help with please:![]()
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Please think about Fostering! Such an important part of a Dog's journey, and incredibly rewarding!
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How can you resist such sweet faces!! These are some of the foster puppies that you could be caring for before they go find their furever homes! If you would like some more information on how you can foster these and other cuties like them, please visit our website at savinggracenc.org.![]()
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Fostering is the best thing you can do! ❤️
Fostering is the best most rewarding experience! 🩵
So cute❤️
Beagles!
Hey! I think I'm already an approved foster (I can't remember🤪 I usually foster for WCAC)- we can take two on Sunday!
Darcy Ricketts
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Nicole Gonzalez Zetocha
Omg Kimberly Kandros those faces!…
How? How? How did you capture six beagley puppies all having eye contact with the camera?
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Is 6 your lucky number?? Well this is your lucky day!! These are some of the pups who need our fosters to help get them ready to be adopted at Saving Grace. If you would like to become a part of our foster program, please visit savinggracenc.org for more information. We would love to have you!![]()
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Adorable
Jared McCullen
So adorable
If I was still in NC they'd be with me right now! <3
Sweet beagles!!
Awww 🥰🥰🥰
Those are precious babies 💗
Are these beagles?
Omg Sharon Woodard
Nicole Mourning
How I can adopt a boy and girl
Omg 🥹
Are they Beagle mixed?
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Host Update for Marvelous Marty! See what his host said about their time with Maty while he looks for his furever family:![]()
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“Marty was a great companion this weekend. So well mannered, enjoying walks around my apartment complex. He was great on leash and always pottied outside. He enjoyed being out on our balcony, watching people and cars go by. He loved ear scratches! Marty warmed up to us pretty quickly. He is an older pup and deserves love, and a comfy spot to call his own! He would be a best couch buddy!” ![]()
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To meet Marty, schedule an appointment by submitting an adoption request on our website's "Adopt" page. To host an amazing dog like Marty, sign up for our host weekend sleepovers on our website's "Host a Dog" page: loom.ly/MG6X_8I ![]()
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Learn more about Marty by checking out his bio on our website. ![]()
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Marty looks very chill and loving🧡
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Can you say snuggle buddies?? How cute are these foster pups!!! You can join our wonderful organization and learn how you can become a foster parent to these and others like them that are too young to be adopted to their furever home. For more information visit our website at savinggracenc.org.![]()
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Darlings!
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Adorable!!!!!
Ohhhhh my! I can almost smell that puppy breath!
Looks like some Golden in there!
One tight little ball of fluffs!
I wish I could
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