Guilford County Animal Services needs foster families willing to provide temporary living arrangements for animals in our foster program. As a foster parent, you are a volunteer and part of a massive life-saving mission to help prevent animal homelessness and overpopulation. As we expand our life-saving programs, working collaboratively is more crucial than ever, both in the shelter and outside of our front doors.

 View our Foster Gallery!

Please visit our Foster Facebook Page for great information and

more details on available foster pets! 

What animals need foster care?

 Puppies and kittens under 8 weeks of age

 Animals recovering from medical treatment

 Animals needing socialization, behavioral modification, or stress relief

What are the requirements to become a foster?

 Be a resident of Guilford County.

 Must be at least 18 years old.

 Have a valid NC driver’s license.

 If renting, have proof of permission from your landlord or property manager.

 Personal pets must be up to date on vaccines, preventative care and spayed or neutered.

 Have reliable transportation to foster appointments.

 Want to know more about our foster program? Check out our Fostering Brochure and FAQ Page!

Can’t foster, or want more ways to help? Consider donating to help supply our foster families with everything they need! View our Foster Wishlist!

Resources for Current Foster Families

 Kitten Foster Packet

 Puppy Foster Packet

 GCAS Foster Handbook and Guidelines

 Stray to Foster Packet

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