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Love dogs? Have a little extra space and time? Our foster program is open to anyone in the Greater Louisville area who is interested in providing a loving temporary home to a rescued puppy or dog while they wait to find their forever home. 

Some say fostering a shelter dog is the hardest job you’ll ever love, but talk to some of our fosters and they will tell you it’s the most rewarding job! As you are pouring love into a dog that may have been abused or neglected, you help them gain the confidence and trust to successfully transition to a permanent home. Sometimes it’s a dog who needs medical care and a lot of time, energy and vet appointments. Or it may be a puppy who just needs to grow and get started on house training and obedience. It’s hard to say good-bye, but we adopt locally and a lot of our fosters keep in contact with their adopters.

The need is great, and PBSF is asked daily to take in dogs. Because we do not have a physical facility, we can only say yes when we have a committed foster home. We provide everything you need to foster a dog, from a crate to food, bowls, toys and collars. And all medical expenses are covered. All you provide is a safe space, love and stability.

Won’t you consider opening your heart and home to a puppy or dog in need? 

Note: The foster application works best on a computer. If you submit it using a mobile device, be sure you get an email confirmation that the application was received.