Why did you get into fostering?
We were at an art show and saw the artwork and thought it was an
awesome idea. We bought items from HART for about a year or two and
then moved into a house so we could start to foster. We both love
dogs but I wasn't ready to have one of my own yet. This way we
could meet lots of different dogs and eventually foster find :)
Which hart dogs have you fostered?
We started just over a year ago with Dahlia from September -
November, 2015. Marnie from November - March, 2016. Litta from
December 2015 to forever <3 (Foster Fail/Find). Fluffy from
April - June 2016. Finally (and currently) Alia from June 2016.
What has been the most rewarding aspect of
fostering?
Seeing the dogs progress and finding the perfect family for each.
We haven't had them for long, but it is super awesome to see them
all happy and flourishing. Also, finding our dog Litta and seeing
her come out of her shell with each dog we foster has been amazing.
She definitely found us.
When Individuals think it will be too much work or too
emotional taxing , what feedback to you have for
them?
Just remember that without foster homes, they dogs are left
outside. It is always hard when we find the right fit family for
each dog, but thankfully we have been able to become friends with
each home and get to see the dogs grow up. It's hard, but the love
you see in their new families is worth every tear.
If your foster dog(s) could speak, what would they
say?
That we are the best foster homes ever, obviously. Litta would
tell mom to back off and stop hugging her. Alia would probably say
she only reacts to other dogs so we will distract her with treats.
They love their treats!! We think they would also say thank you to
everyone who supports HART, as every foster dog is a family victory
for HART. It's all a new beginning for them and we think each dog
that we've had would say we did ok (most of the time at least).
Haha.
Additional comments?
We could never put in to words how incredibly thankful we are for
the ability to foster some amazing dogs and build amazing
relationships with some pretty incredible people. Just being part
of the HART family has been wonderful, and the people just add
another level of feel good power. We love each person and dog we've
come across, and could not be more thankful and humbled to be part
of the family <3. You are all so FABULOUS!!