Foster Support8 min read
Foster Care 101: Safe Setup for an Unknown Animal
Shelter review planned before launch
How to get your home ready, keep your own pets safe, and write useful daily notes.
01
Keep two doors between them at first
For the first week or so, keep two closed doors between the foster animal and your pets, until a vet says they are clear of anything catching.
02
Write what you see, not labels
Skip words like "jealous" or "stubborn". Write what happened: "Stepped back when the umbrella opened", "Ate dinner without guarding the bowl".
When to call a vet straight away
Call the shelter’s vet if you think there is a fever (over 39.5°C), a squinting eye or green discharge, or a limp that does not ease with rest.