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Many dogs who come into Raystede benefit from foster care whilst we find them their forever home.
Becoming a foster carer provides dogs with extra love, care and support in a home environment whilst we look for their forever homes. Fostering will also free up space on-site at Raystede so we can support more dogs in need.
With help from our team, you will also have the opportunity to support dogs with any behavioural challenges they are experiencing, preparing them for their forever homes whilst keeping them happy and enriched.
We also need people to foster animals who are on our Break Away scheme. Break Away is a vital service that supports people who are fleeing domestic abuse or facing short-term hospitalisation by temporarily fostering their animals. You can read more about our Break Away scheme here. Owing to the nature of this scheme, Break Away foster carers are often called upon to help with little advanced notice and so we are looking for fosterers who don’t mind looking after an animal under these circumstances.
You’ll have the opportunity to get to know our amazing dogs and be part of the fantastic team at Raystede. You'll share regular updates, including photos, videos, and notes, on their progress. Your insights will greatly improve their chances of finding a forever home, as potential adopters can see how they're settling into a home environment.
Raystede will provide you with all the equipment, food, and veterinary care.
We will also offer ongoing support, training and resources for you to care for the dogs to a high standard and manage any behavioural challenges.
You’ll need a calm home and a suitable outdoor space with secure fencing.
A few things to consider – you could join our fantastic team of dog foster carers if:
Please read the volunteer role description for more information:
Please complete the foster application form, in the first instance, giving us as much information you can about your experience, home and what you can offer as a dog foster carer. If you have any questions or need help completing the form, please contact the Rehoming Team on 01825 880468, or email rehoming@raystede.org.
When Albert arrived at Raystede, he was nervous, underweight and suffering with painful patches of dry skin and sore joints.
At Raystede, we don’t just rehome animals, we rehabilitate them first, giving the best chance at a happy and healthy life. From healthcare to behavioural therapy, every step of their journey is carefully guided so they can trust again.
You can make a difference. A gift today will help make sure we can continue to care for all our animals, giving them the love and care they deserve.
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