Fostering Bitches with HDBnQ Rescue

Dog Foster Process

You may browse the cats we have available for foster below and click the foster button. It will take you to the foster application. Or use this link to apply to foster one of our cats.
Please check your spam folder if you did not receive a reply. We will reply with next steps and general cat foster information highlighted in the email.
You may click the link on the reply email for the Dog Foster Agreement or use this link here.
Please reply to the initial email Leadfoster@hdbnqrescue.org with
1. Who you are interested in fostering
2. When you are able to start
3. How long you can foster for
4. What supplies will you need
5. Any vacations planned
Take a moment to go over our Orientation Video and familiarize yourself with some our policies and procedures. Go over website guide to possibly answer any questions you may have.
Set up a time to pick up pets and supplies.

Complete a Foster Application

Give us at least 48 hours to respond.
Check your email for a reply

Please check your spam if you have not received a reply.
Sign the Dog Foster Agreement

Cat Foster agreement [contract] lets you know what we expect and what to expect from us.
Watch the Orientation Video

Sign into our Foster Portal on our website.
Meet your Foster Pet

Set up a time to pick up pet and supplies

Hella Dam Bitches n Queens Rescue maintains legal guardianship of animals in foster care and covers their medical costs.

To be a foster parent, you must:

Show genuine concern for the welfare of animals
Be able to keep your pet separate from any family pets as needed
Arrange to pick up supplies from Pacifica, California
Provide pictures and basic info in a timely manner about your foster pets’ personalities for their adoption bios
Conscientiously monitor the medical condition, energy level and behavior of the animals in your care
be able to keep foster animals separate from your animals
Work independently while following instructions and policies
Be able and willing to transport kittens or puppies – and their supplies
Ask questions and call to discuss concerns
Be accessible via email and text message
Provide care and socialization to the animals in your care
Contact the foster staff or medical staff when concerns develop via text message
Keep animals on track with their vaccination schedule and return animals when scheduled
Surrender animals to the Hella Dam Bitches n Queens Rescue when they’re ready for adoption
Quickly bring a sick animal to the Approved Veterinary Hospital(or authorized alternative) in case of an emergency
Bring your foster pet to/from adoption events

We take in underage puppies who are too young for adoption and need a nurturing environment until they are old enough for adoption. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to fostering puppies in their home for 2 to 4 weeks. These puppies are young and will require more individual attention and care.
Foster volunteers care for the puppies in their home, ensuring that their basic needs for food, warmth, safety, and socialization are met, while closely monitoring their health and growth.
As their caretakers, foster volunteers schedule and transport their puppies for regular vaccine appointments. We’ll provide you with all medicine, veterinary care, food, supplies, and the support you need every step of the way.
In terms of space you will need a laundry room/ bathroom/extra bedroom, or a cage set up by a door to the yard will work just fine. Depending on how old the puppies are, you'll be caring for them for one to eight weeks.

We take in Mama dogs who will need to be homed after the puppies are weaned. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to fostering dogs in their home. Some dogs may have been found roaming the streets or surrendered. These dogs will need time to decompress so we can get a good idea of their personality and be matched with the perfect family.
Foster volunteers care for the dogs in their home, ensuring that their basic needs for food, warmth, safety, and socialization are met, while closely monitoring their health.
As their caretakers, foster volunteers schedule and bring their Mama dog for spay appointment. Some dogs will come already fixed and vaccinated. You may have to transport to vet office if needed. We’ll provide you with all medicine, veterinary care, food, supplies, and the support you need every step of the way.
In terms of space you will need an extra bedroom, or a cage set up by a door to the yard will work just fine. Depending on how long it takes the dog to be placed, you'll be caring for them for one to eight weeks.

Finally, unless you adopt them, you must be prepared to let your fosters go. It can be sad to say goodbye, but remember, you have given them a great start on life. Thanks to you, they will have a loving, permanent home with some very lucky adopters.

Foster FAQ

When you foster you are saving multiple lives. Fostering a pet helps the pet(s) you are fostering and also opens up a spot in the shelter for another animal to be saved.
HDBnQ prefers that people who are looking for a furever family member to foster first. It is better to get an idea of the responsibility prior to making a lifetime commitment.
It is best for pets to be able to decompress in place they can be familiar with. We ask for a minimum of a two week foster commitment when you start.
Occasionally we are in need of short-term fosters
See photos above for pets that are in need of fosters.
It is possible to adopt your foster pet but we do review all applications. We strive to match the pet to their ideal living situation.