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For more information on becoming a foster, please email our foster coordinator at bbrct@yahoo.com
Purpose: The purpose of this foster packet is to assist potential and
current foster parents with questions that may arise before and
during foster
care with Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. At Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. we make every
effort to make fostering a successful and
enjoyable experience while providing
everything you need to succeed, all we ask is for our foster parents to provide
love, exercise
and in home shelter. A Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent is always
available for questions and assistance with foster dogs, we enjoy
working with
our foster parent(s) and are very grateful for the assistance they provide the
rescue.
Foster parents should contact Bully Breed Rescue,Inc. for
any specific questions or emergencies, this packet is intended as a
supplement
only. All information is subject to change at the discretion of Bully Breed
Rescue, Inc.
Overview: Thank you for making the choice to open your home and
heart to foster a pit bull in need, with Bully Breed Rescue, Inc.!
Since 2005
Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. has depended on foster homes to save the lives of dogs
in need and ready them for living in a
home and community. Foster care plays a
very important part in the success of our adoptions. Bully Breed Rescue, Inc.
is based in
New Canaan, CT however; adopts and fosters in NY, NJ, PA, ME, MA
& NH at their discretion. Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. is a
501 (c) 3 non
profit organization dedicated to re-homing dogs of the pit bull breed with
responsible owners as well as educating
the public on the true pit bull. All
donations made to Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. are tax deductible and very
appreciated.
Why foster:
● Pit bulls are the most bred dog in
the US and the hardest to find homes for
● It is estimated that 1 million dogs
classified as a pit bull are euthanized each year
● Animal control facilities in cities
all across the US have pit bulls numbering 40 to 60% of the shelter population
at any given time
● The best chance a pit bull has at
survival once claimed or surrendered to an animal control facility is by being
pulled by a rescue,
rescues survive with foster homes!!!!
● For every 1 pit bull placed in a
foster or forever home 599 are killed, that includes dogs of all ages.. yes
puppies too.
● When fostering a pit bull you will
receive a much bigger reward than you are giving, with the love and
appreciation you
receive from the life you have spared.
How Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. foster care works: Interested foster parents can
email the Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. foster coordinator
at
bbrct@yahoo.com for a foster application. Once the Bully Breed Rescue,
Inc. foster application has been completed and
approved the foster family will
be matched with a foster dog that will suite their lifestyle and any other pets
living in the home. All
of Bully Breed Rescue Inc.’s dogs are temperament
tested prior to being placed in a home.
Bully Breed Rescue Inc. provides foster dogs with routine
veterinary care, including spay or neuter and vaccinations, supplies,
instructions, transportation and food at the request of the foster parents.
*Foster families that are willing to supply transportation,
food and/or supplies will be helping the
rescue out immensely. As a foster parent with Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. you are
required to
provide the dog with in home shelter, love, and exercise. Foster
parents are required to avail the foster dog to Bully Breed Rescue
Inc. for
veterinary visits, adoption meetings, and adoption events. Bully Breed Rescue
Inc. will make every effort to accommodate
the foster parent’s schedule within
reason. A Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent will take the foster dog to any
veterinary appointments
or adoption events and meetings, unless otherwise
discussed between Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. and the foster parent(s).
FAQ:
1. How long will a dog be in foster care?
On average it is estimated fostering a dog lasts about 2
months, however that could vary from a few weeks to multiple months.
2. If I have my own pets can I foster?
YES! your current pet’s information should be listed on the
foster application and this is taken into consideration by the rescue
when
placing a dog into a foster home. Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. is available to
assist with introductions as needed, as well as
instructions on doing
introductions with your current pets.
3. What supplies will be needed to foster?
Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. provides veterinary care,
supplies, food, and transportation as needed. Anything the foster family is
able to provide will help the rescue out immensely. As a foster parent you are required
to provide the foster dog with in home
shelter, love, and exercise.
4. What if the foster dog becomes sick?
All veterinary costs are paid for by Bully Breed
Rescue,Inc. in the event of illness you must contact a Bully Breed Rescue, Inc.
agent for prior approval unless in the event of an emergency.
5. Is it my responsibility to find a home for my foster
dog?
No, Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. takes responsibility for
finding all of their dogs a home via petfinder.com and adoption events.
It is,
however; the responsibility of the foster parent(s) to avail the foster dog for
adoptive meetings and adoption events
as requested by Bully Breed Rescue, Inc.
A Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent will take the foster dog to adoptive meetings
and events.
6. What if I go
on vacation?
Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. will provide arrangements for the
foster dog, it is important that a Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent
is contacted
at the earliest possible time with notification of a vacation or any situation
that will require arrangements be
made for the foster dog outside of the foster
home.
7.What happens if the foster care does not work out or I
am unable to continue fostering?
Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. foster dogs are to be returned to
Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. only. In the event the foster parent(s)
can no longer provide a foster home a Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent should be
contacted to make arrangements to come
for the dog.
*Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. makes every effort to make this
an enjoyable time and is available for any questions or concerns
that may
arise, our foster parents are a top priority and a huge key to our success in
saving these dogs.
8. I am concerned I will not be able to let go or that
it is unfair to bond with a dog and then let go.
While this may seem true, fostering is providing a dog with
what they need to succeed in a forever home. It is not as hard
as one would
think when the right forever home and family is found for your foster
dog and there are always very many
more dogs in need of this opportunity.
Foster parent(s) always hold a special place in their foster dog’s heart, they
do
remember and are forever grateful, just as we at Bully Breed Rescue, Inc.
are. It is incredibly rewarding to be able to
prepare a dog for success with a
family and witness the happiness they find with their forever family.
Foster Care Rules:
● foster dogs must be crated when
left home, unattended
● no off leash parks
● veterinary visits must be
pre-approved by a Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent,unless in the event of an
emergency and
all agents are unreachable. Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agents can
be found in the contact information section at the
beginning of this packet.
**In the
event of an emergency:
A.)If you
can’t reach someone at Bully Breed Rescue, Inc., you should take the dog
to the vet immediately if he/she is:
i.
Vomiting uncontrollably
ii.
Vomiting blood
iii.
Significant bleeding from a cut
iv.
Cannot stand or walk
v. Has not urinated for 24 hours
vi. Is bitten by any wild animal or an animal for
whom you cannot confirm rabies vaccine
B.) If your
foster is sprayed by a skunk:
i. Make
a solution of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda and wash the dog, taking care around the eyes
ii.
Shampoo the dog with tomato juice
● any aggressive behavior or signs of
distress must be reported to a Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent for evaluation.
● adoptions will be done only by a
Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent.
● the foster dog must be fed
separately from any resident pets, this is for the safety of the foster dog as
well as any resident pets
Getting ready for your foster dog:
Once your foster application is approved by Bully Breed
Rescue, Inc. you will want to ready your home and family for this new,
temporary, addition to your family. The foster parent(s) and any other family
members will want to ensure they are physically
and mentally prepared for the
arrival of their foster dog.
● A crate and location should be
planned prior to the arrival of the foster dog, a crate is a great tool to help
your foster dog
have a place to call their own and to relax during their
transition into your home and family. Crates should also be used
when the
foster dog is left home alone, for their safety.
● The foster parent(s) and family
should make a plan to exercise the foster dog each day.
● A schedule, that suites the foster
parent(s) and family should be considered prior to the arrival of the foster
dog, as schedules
are a great tool in the success of fostering.
● Be realistic about the expectations
of your foster dog, they will need time to become comfortable in your home and
their new surroundings.
● If you have resident pets, plan on
doing proper introductions. Instructions on proper introductions will be
included in the “Once
your foster dog is home” section. If there are any
questions or assistance is needed for introductions please contact a Bully
Breed
Rescue, Inc. agent.
Once your foster dog is home:
● The foster dog should be allowed to
slowly become familiar with your home, 1 room at a time. This will help the dog
experience
the least amount of stress during this change.
● Proper introductions should be done
between resident pets and foster dogs. A Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent can
assist in any
introductions with resident pets and the foster dog. It is
important to do introductions with the least amount of stress to the resident
pets and the foster dog as possible.
a.)When a
resident dog or dogs are involved it is suggested to introduce the foster dog
to any resident dog(s) one at a time
by allowing the foster dog and resident
dog to walk side by side in a calm manor. Introductions and leading into play
should
be very closely monitored and done properly to ensure a successful new
relationship with your resident dogs and your foster
dog. To maintain a stable
and happy relationship between your resident dog(s) and foster dog it is
important to always monitor
meal time, play, toys, and other prized
possessions. Your foster dog should never be left unattended with your resident
dog(s).
b.)When a
resident cat or cats are involved it is suggested to do a slow introduction
while the resident cat is in a cat carrier. The
foster dog should be allowed to
smell the cat and become familiar with the cat and their scent prior to meeting
outside of the
crate. This form of introduction helps to keep the stress level
for the resident cat and foster dog at a minimum, which is important
to having
a successful relationship between the resident cat(s) and the foster dog. To
maintain a stable and happy relationship
between your resident cat(s) and the
foster dog it is important to monitor meal time, any type of play that may
occur, toys and
other prized possessions of either the resident cat(s) or the
foster dog. The resident cat(s) and the foster dog should never be
left
unattended.
***A Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent is available to assist
with any introductions, however it is highly encouraged to keep the
foster dog
separated from any resident pets for the first few days to week.
This will allow the foster dog to become comfortable in their new
surrounding
as well as be less stressed to ensure a successful new relationship.
The first days to week:
Once you have gotten your foster dog home it is important
to slowly get them comfortable with their new surroundings and a daily
schedule.
You should choose a route to walk your foster dog and let
them become familiar with the route and neighborhood before introducing them
to
any other dogs or neighbors, this is to keep their stimulation and stress level
low during this initial change. The foster dog should be
exercised each day,
rain or shine. “A tired dog is a happy dog!” It is also very important to have
your foster dog on a proper collar and l
eash, one will be provided to the
foster parent(s) by Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. when requested.
An appropriate dog food should be selected or will be
provided by Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. at the request of the foster parent(s). It
is
recommended that a meal schedule be started and continued each day. In the
event of a change in diet there may be some loose
stools to diarrhea, this
should be monitored and if there are any questions a Bully Breed Rescue, Inc.
agent must be contacted. Fresh
water should always be provided and available.
In some instances the foster dog will have recently been
spayed or neutered, it is important that the incision site be kept clean and
monitored for any infection. In the event the foster parent(s) feel the site
needs medical attention a Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. agent
must be contacted
immediately.
During the first days and week you should plan to spend a
lot of quality time with your foster dog getting to know them and helping
them
to feel comfortable, and having fun! While you get to know your foster dog we
welcome pictures and information that can be
added to their petfinder page to
help aid in placing them in a forever home.
Also, very important during the first days home is to get an ID tag with the dog’s name and your phone number in
case the dog gets out
or lost. Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. dogs are micro-chipped,
however; the chip will identify the dog as a Bully Breed Rescue,Inc. dog, it
will be
more effective for whoever finds the dog to contact you as in most
instances the dog will be found in your neighborhood or very near to it.
Thank you!
We are so very thankful that you are willing to open your
home to foster a dog in need, with Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. Fostering literally
saves lives and is key to the success of our rescue efforts. We are here to
help our foster parent(s) in any way they need and make
every effort to ensure
this is nothing less than a rewarding and enjoyable experience.
From the Bully Breed Rescue, Inc. team and all of the BBR
dogs, we thank you so very much!!
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