The animals below are currently in need of fostering.
Please click each image for more detail on the animal and how to start fostering them.
If you would like to become a foster, please fill out the Foster Application.
Thank you for your interest in fostering for HSHV! We appreciate your support.
Emri Would Like A Foster
Age:
1
Sex:
Female
Weight:
49 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
No Dogs; No Kids Under 5, Strong Discretion Under 12
Looking For:
A foster who can provide an home in a quiet neighborhood (without much dog traffic), ideally with a fenced yard, to help her relax and show her personality outside the shelter.
Previous History:
Enjoys spending time in the play yard and lounging in the dog pool. Displays adolescent jumpy and mouthy behavior. History with cats is unknown.
Here Comes the Sun Would Like A Foster
Age:
3 Months
Sex:
Female
Weight:
14 lbs
Restrictions:
None
Looking For:
A foster who can provide a temporary place to stay while she completes her bite quarantine.
Previous History:
Friendly puppy on bite quarantine after a normal puppy play incident. We'd love for her to spend her quarantine in a home instead of a kennel.
Diesel Truck Would Love A Foster
Age:
1
Sex:
Male
Weight:
61 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
No Dogs; No Kids Under 5
Looking For:
A foster who is comfortable with a shy young dog and can provide regular exercise, enrichment, and continued training.
Previous History:
Shy with new people but warms up with patience and treats. Food motivated and enjoys training. Has not been comfortable meeting dogs at the shelter. History with cats is unknown.
Keebler Would Like A Short-Term Foster
Age:
9
Sex:
Female
Weight:
39 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs
Estimated Duration:
2 Weeks
Looking For:
A foster who can provide a comfortable place to relax while she gains a little weight before her surgery.
Previous History:
Very friendly and enjoys spending time with people! History with dogs is unknown and she should meet any resident dogs before foster placement. History with cats is unknown, so slow introductions are recommended.
Leonidas Wants A Foster
Age:
1
Sex:
Male
Weight:
57 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs
Looking For:
A foster who can give him a break from the shelter, provide regular exercise and enrichment, and is comfortable managing and working through his leash frustration around other dogs.
Previous History:
Previous owner reported he enjoyed playing with other dogs, but he should meet any resident dogs before foster placement to ensure a good play-style match. Has a history of living with a child over 10. History with cats is unknown.
Finn Needs a Foster
Age:
1.5
Sex:
Male
Weight:
67 lbs
Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs; No Kids Under 5, Discretion Under 12
Looking For:
A patient foster who is comfortable working with a nervous dog. A home with a socially savvy resident dog is a plus.
Previous History:
Sensitive to loud noises and can be nervous in new environments. Food motivated and enjoys learning with gentle guidance. Arrived at the shelter with another dog and has been curious about other dogs during his stay. Was reported to be gentle around cats during a short trial adoption.
Frankie Needs a Foster
Age:
6 Months
Sex:
Female
Weight:
41 lbs
Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Restrictions:
None
Looking For:
A patient foster who is comfortable working with a fearful puppy, continuing her housetraining, and helping her build confidence. A home with a socially savvy resident dog would be a great bonus.
Previous History:
Appears to gain confidence around other dogs. Reportedly experienced separation anxiety in a previous home and was partially house-trained. May do best with someone who is home frequently.
Chili Would Love a Foster
Age:
3
Sex:
Female
Weight:
48 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs; No Kids Under 5, Discretion Under 12
Looking For:
A patient foster with a socially savvy resident dog who can help Chili build confidence and adjust to life in a home.
Previous History:
Very nervous around new people but gains confidence in the presence of another dog. Prefers to approach new people at her own pace. History with cats is unknown.
Royal Is Seeking Foster
Age:
2
Sex:
Female
Weight:
41 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs; No Kids Under 5 (No Exceptions)
Looking For:
A foster who is comfortable working with a shy dog, continuing her confidence-building around new people.
Previous History:
Has made great progress making friends with staff and volunteers after taking time to warm up. Previously lived with other dogs and should meet any resident dog before foster placement. History with cats is unknown.
Capri-Sun Needs a Foster
Age:
9 Months
Sex:
Male
Weight:
55 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs; No Kids Under 5
Looking For:
A foster who can provide exercise, enrichment, and opportunities to practice good manners. A resident dog that enjoys energetic play would be a plus.
Previous History:
Friendly with people and loves to cuddle. Enjoys playing with other dogs but does hump them sometimes. Previously lived with young children. History with cats is unknown.
Primrose Would Love a Foster
Age:
1
Sex:
Female
Weight:
35 lbs
Breed:
Bulldog
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs; No Kids Under 12
Looking For:
A foster who can continue to work on building her confidence in new situations as well as continuing with basic training to help set her up for success in her future home.
Previous History:
Warms up with patience and becomes affectionate, enjoying pets and leaning against her favorite people. Made great progress with her basic manners in a previous foster home and has been neutral and appropriate when greeting other dogs. History with cats is unknown.
Enzo Wants a Foster
Age:
5
Sex:
Male
Weight:
62 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
Must Meet Dogs; No Kids Under 5, Discretion Under 12
Looking For:
A foster who can give him a break from the shelter and enjoy spending time playing fetch with a friendly companion.
Previous History:
Appears to be house-trained and keeps his kennel clean. May be able to live with another dog after a successful meet. History with cats is unknown.
Viburnum Would Love a Foster
Age:
3
Sex:
Female
Weight:
40 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
No Dogs; No Kids Under 5, Discretion Under 12
Looking For:
A foster who is comfortable working with a fearful dog and can provide a patient, supportive environment while she builds confidence.
Previous History:
Can be nervous when meeting new people but loves attention and cuddling once she feels comfortable. Has been uncomfortable meeting dogs at the shelter. History with cats is unknown.
Delta Wants A Foster
Age:
1
Sex:
Female
Weight:
74 lbs
Breed:
Pitbull Mix
Restrictions:
No Dogs; No Kids Under 5
Looking For:
A foster who can help her enjoy a break from kennel life while continuing to build confidence with new experiences.
Previous History:
Friendly, wiggly, and affectionate with people outside the kennel. Has done well on buddy walks with another dog but prefers not to share her living space with other dogs. Has shown prey drive toward birds, so would likely do best in a home without cats.
