{"id":415,"date":"2017-01-10T10:00:04","date_gmt":"2017-01-10T10:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/?p=415"},"modified":"2023-03-10T09:41:48","modified_gmt":"2023-03-10T09:41:48","slug":"what-to-consider-when-fostering-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/index.php\/2017\/01\/10\/what-to-consider-when-fostering-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Consider When Fostering Cats"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to doing more for animals in need, many current and prospective pet parents find themselves asking \u201chow can I help?\u201d One of the most hands-on approaches to helping is <a href=\"http:\/\/www.onegreenplanet.org\/animalsandnature\/foster-homes-prepare-dogs-and-cats-for-adoption\/\">fostering<\/a>&nbsp;cats, which is opening your home temporarily to a sweet feline who is waiting for their forever home.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oftentimes, shelters and rescue groups use a network of fosters to provide a short-term home for the cats and kittens in their care. The shelter or rescue group performs the legwork of finding a forever home for the cat, but the foster parent provides the actual care, love, and socialization for the cat while they wait.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foster parents play&nbsp;one of the most important roles in the rescue world, and it can be very rewarding to be one. Not only are you saving a life, but you are also helping out a rescue group, whose success may rely heavily on a foster network. Before starting to foster, though, there are certainly <\/span>things to consider<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and here are just a few of them.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>If you have other pets in the home, how will you separate them?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the safety of your own pets and the fosters, you will likely need to keep them separated in the beginning, if not indefinitely. Depending on the group you foster for, you will want to see what they require and recommend.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>If you live with other people, how do they feel about you fostering cats?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foster pets,<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-418 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Olive-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Fostering Cats: Three Chatty Cats - Olive\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Olive-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Olive-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Olive-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Olive-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Olive.jpg 1282w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>&nbsp;just like resident pets, will likely affect others in the household. It\u2019s probably best if everyone is onboard with having fosters in the house <\/span><b><i>before<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you sign up. You don\u2019t want any surprises cropping up \u2013 like allergies!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Does the rescue group pay for food and litter?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some groups may foot the bill for these items, but smaller groups may ask for you to pay for these supplies. Be sure you know what the expectations there are regarding costs. Vet trips and medical expenses are usually covered by the rescue group, but smaller everyday expenses&nbsp;may not be covered.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Are you expected to transport the cat(s) to\/from adoption events?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a busy schedule, you may not have time to transport your foster(s) to and from adoption events. Some rescues have transport volunteers specifically for this, so it may not be expected of you in the first place. Each rescue is different, so it\u2019s best to know up front.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Do you have a vacation planned?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you agree to foster a pet, you are committing to an unknown amount of time. Neither the rescue nor you will know how long it takes to get a cat adopted. Some rescues have backup foster parents available if the primary foster parent goes on vacation. If you travel a lot for business or if you\u2019re away frequently, you may&nbsp;want to consider securing a regular cat sitter up front or decide that now&nbsp;may not be the best time&nbsp;to foster. Perhaps you could instead&nbsp;be a&nbsp;backup foster parent for a defined&nbsp;amount of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-420 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Dexter-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Fostering Cats: Three Chatty Cats - Dexter\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Dexter-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Dexter-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Dexter-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Dexter-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Fostering-Three-Chatty-Cats-Dexter.jpg 1282w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Do you have the time and patience that it takes to foster?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you don\u2019t have a vacation planned, but do you have the time it takes to properly care for a foster cat every day? Foster cats, just like resident cats, need plenty of socialization. Part of your duty as a foster parent is to provide the everyday contact and interaction for the cat. Some cats need guidance and patience just to learn how to \u201cbe a cat\u201d and be comfortable in a home environment. Your skills as a foster parent will help that cat when they are adopted into their forever home. <\/span><b>Rachel Pace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, founder of the rescue group <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pittiesandkittieskc\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pitties and Kitties<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says, \u201cIt&#8217;s important to know that you have to help that animal transition to your home. Sometimes animals come from hard situations and may not be used to a home. So, it is up to you to make them comfortable and make sure they know they are safe. The animal may be the easiest foster, but if they aren&#8217;t, it&#8217;s important not to scold them while they learn how to just be an animal, which they may not be used to.\u201d Rachel goes on to say, \u201cMost of all, fostering cats is incredibly rewarding. The foster is the reason that animal is safe!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Cats, kittens, or all of the above?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Will you be asked to foster cats or kittens or both? Sometimes a foster parent prefers one over the other, but skill level may also factor in. If the group has bottle babies, you may need some training and preparation for that, if you don&#8217;t already have experience with it. It&#8217;s important to find out if the group will provide the proper training, if necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Will you be able to let the cat go when they are adopted?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may be the question that prevents some people from taking the step of becoming a foster parent. <\/span><b>Foster parent<\/b> <b>Karen H.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says that the hardest part about fostering cats is: \u201cLetting them go, but then it makes room to save another life, so I can do it with joy.\u201d Some foster parents may adopt the cat themselves, but,&nbsp;generally, a successful long-term foster parent will need to be able to give up the cat, so that they are able to take in another foster cat.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may seem like a lot to digest, but it\u2019s important to think about all aspects of fostering before you begin. Just know that when you do take the plunge, you will likely learn even&nbsp;more about cats than you already know. Your heart will be full with giving and receiving love, and you will know that you\u2019ve helped save a life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are&nbsp;some closing thoughts from seasoned foster parents who have been kind enough to share their experiences with us. Hopefully, they will inspire you to take the next step and begin fostering cats. You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/threechattycats.com\/category\/foster-parents\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">read more from these foster parents here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What surprised you the most about fostering?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cHow much I didn\u2019t know about cats!! I\u2019ve had cats almost all my life and all my adult life and I\u2019ve learned as much \u2013 or more \u2013 than I knew before.\u201d <\/span><b><i>&#8211; Heather D.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the best part about fostering cats?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe feeling of knowing you saved a life and are helping them to get a better life than what they started off with.\u201d <\/span><b><i>&#8211; Jackie M.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>What advice would you give to someone thinking about fostering? <\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOpen lines of communication with your rescue. Get all the info first. Vets\u2019 names, contact info, etc. MAKE SURE you keep all new kitties segregated from existing ones until their tests are done!\u201d <\/span><b><i>&#8211; Stacy H.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMake sure that you are mentally prepared, because many people tell me they don\u2019t understand how I can just let them go. You have to be in the proper mindset that yes they are leaving, but now you can help another.\u201d<\/span><b><i> &#8211; Jackie M.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><b>Rachel Loehner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is the founder and blogger of two cat blogs. <\/span><b>Three Chatty Cats<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is dedicated to highlighting cat rescue groups and their life-saving efforts. <\/span><b>Cat Lady Alley <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">features fun cat-themed finds for both the lady and her cat. Rachel\u2019s three \u201cchatty\u201d cats inspire her every day and make occasional appearances on her blogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three Chatty Cats: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/threechattycats.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/threechattycats\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/threechattycats\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/threechattycats\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinterest<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat Lady Alley: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/catladyalley.com\/blog\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/catladyalley\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/catladyalley\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/catladyalley\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinterest<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to doing more for animals in need, many current and prospective pet parents find themselves asking \u201chow can I help?\u201d One of the most hands-on approaches to helping is fostering&nbsp;cats, which is opening your home temporarily 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