VOLUNTEER OR FOSTER
Ready to make a difference in the life of a rescue animal? Whether you're looking to roll up your sleeves and volunteer your time or open your home to a foster pet, there's a place for you here at Dulce Vida Rescue.
Volunteers help us with everything from events and transport to behind-the-scenes support. Fosters provide temporary homes and love that prepare animals for their forever families. Both roles are absolutely vital to our mission and deeply rewarding.
Not sure where to start? Don’t worry—we’ll guide you!
Have time, talent, or space to share? Let’s talk!
Explore the options below and fill out the short form to get started. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Dulce Vida family!
Why is Fostering Important?
Fostering dogs before they are adopted not only allows a shelter to take in more dogs, but it also helps the dog adjust to the tough time before having a fur-ever home! Fostering allows them socialization and adjustment to new environments, which allows them a greater chance of adoption into a loving family. It’s also a great way to see if adoption is for you and to see how you can prepare yourself for a potential friend!
If you can’t commit to fostering, you can sign up to be a ‘Temp Foster’!
Temp fostering is a great way for people who work long hours, travel frequently, or otherwise are unable to care for a pet long term to get some puppy love in their life and do some good while they’re at it! Dogs may need temp fosters because their regular foster is out of town, they are between fosters, or they otherwise need a safe place to go for a shorter time. Our matchmaking team will provide a list of dogs with upcoming temp foster needs, and after reviewing their bios and the dates they need care, you can let us know if there is a pup you are interested in helping!
Of course, if you fall in love and want to turn fostering into forever, no one will stand in your way…
Is Fostering for Me?
Fostering is great for people who love animals, and is really for anyone who knows they can care for them, even temporarily.
Fostering is a great way to know and learn the responsibilities of an animal before finding a fur-ever friend! IT’s also a great way to truly learn more about a potential friend outside of a busy, chaotic shelter! Not sure if your dream of having a mushy pitbull is right for your family and home? Fostering is a great way to find out!
How do I Start Fostering?
Apply to foster through our application today!
Dulce Vida Rescue provides supplies and vet care; you just need to provide a temporary home, and all you need to do is love and care, and enjoy playtime! It’s only a bonus that fostering-related expenses are tax-deductible. Ask your tax professional for advice! But nothing tops the love and affection of a thankful pup before their fur-ever home.