Our Foster Program

If you’ve ever thought about helping an animal in need, fostering is one of the most rewarding ways to make a difference. As a foster, you become the bridge between a dog’s difficult past and their bright, loving future.

I.C.A.R.E. provides everything your foster dog needs—food, supplies, medical care, and training—so you can focus on what matters most: giving them love and stability. While fostering isn’t a lifelong commitment, we do ask that you foster until your dog finds their forever home. This can be anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, and it makes all the difference in helping them thrive.

You’ll never be in this alone. Our team is always available—day or night—to answer questions and guide you through challenges. We also have a trainer/behaviorist on staff to assist with any behavioral needs. Every moment you spend teaching, nurturing, and loving your foster prepares them for a successful adoption.

Sometimes foster families fall head over heels for the dogs in their care, and when that happens, it’s what the rescue world lovingly calls a “Foster Failure.” We couldn’t be happier when a foster turns into family. And even if adoption isn’t in your plans, continuing to foster saves more lives and gives countless dogs the second chance they deserve.

If you’re a resident of Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino or LA County, CA and are ready to begin the rewarding experience of fostering a dog, please click the button above and fill out an online foster application. You also have the option to download an application and email it to us at savealife@icaredogrescue.org. Also, you can always follow us on Facebook to keep up to date with especially urgent fostering needs. For any additional questions about fostering, contact us at savealife@icaredogrescue.org.