Please note: We are not currently accepting new foster applications at this time.
About Fostering for HSLM
By opening your home to a foster animal, you can make a world of difference in their life. Most animals thrive in a home environment, and your care and support can help them overcome medical and behavioural challenges. Humane Society London & Middlesex provides all the necessary animal care expenses and supplies, so your time, home, and love are the only things needed. Your act of kindness can truly make a positive impact on a furry friend in need.
Important things to consider:
- Do you have enough time to properly care for a foster animal? How long will the animal be left alone each day?
- Do you have a separate room to isolate a foster animal if needed?
- How will your current pets (if any) react to having a foster animal in their home?
- Are all members of your household prepared for the commitment and emotions involved with fostering?
- Can you make your home safe for a kitten or puppy by removing any potential hazards?
- Do you have the time and energy to take full responsibility for each animal's care during the entire foster period?
- If your foster animal has a scheduled vet appointment, are you committed to driving them to the shelter, even if in the middle of the day?
Foster Volunteer Requirements:
To ensure that you can help, there are certain requirements that you must meet to become a foster volunteer:
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
- You must provide proof of spay or neuter and up-to-date vaccinations for your current pets.
- You must have access to a vehicle, and live within a 40-minute drive to the shelter.
- You must abide by the foster agreement that you will sign upon joining the program.
- You must refrain from fostering animals from other organizations or rescues while fostering an HSLM animal(s).
- You must provide two reference checks.
- You must understand that you will be eligible to apply to adopt a foster pet(s); however, there is no guarantee that you will be approved to adopt your foster pet(s).
Please keep in mind that completing an application does not guarantee a foster position. Applications are reviewed within 7 days, and selected applicants will be contacted for next steps.
If you have any further questions or need more information, please call the Animal Health Department at 519-451-0630 x227.
If you are interested in fostering, please complete the Foster Volunteer Application and be sure to mention the dog you wish to foster in your application!