Could you foster a four legged friend?
Dogs Trust Glasgow is appealing to local dog lovers to help homeless hounds in need of a little extra TLC by volunteering to foster a dog as part of the charity’s Home from Home scheme.
The nationwide scheme, which is being rolled out in Glasgow for the very first time, places dogs in foster homes in their local area and gives dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes who might not be coping well in kennels the chance to thrive in a home environment and prepare for family life again.
One of the dogs at Dogs Trust Glasgow currently looking for a foster home is 10 year old Winston who arrived at the rehoming centre as a stray. He is a shy chap who is missing his home comforts and will benefit from plenty of one-to-one attention and care in a foster home. Winston is due to have an operation to remove a plate from his leg and is now looking for a loving foster home with a devoted carer who can be around for most of the day to help with his recovery and spend plenty of time getting him used to home life.
Ashley Szafranek, Home from Home Coordinator at Dogs Trust Glasgow explains just how important the scheme is in helping dogs in need prepare for life in a new home.
“While most dogs are raring to go when it comes to finding a new home, some dogs need a little more special attention and that’s where fostering comes in.
“Our Foster Carers offer additional support for dogs who are might have health concerns, may not be enjoying kennel life or just need a little extra one-to-one care.
“They provide a loving, happy space which gives our dogs the chance to enjoy some home comforts and become better prepared for finding their forever homes when the time comes.
“Fostering is a wonderful way to enjoy the benefits of having a dog in your life, without having to make a lifelong commitment – plus you get to meet so many doggy personalities along the way.
“If you are interested in becoming a foster carer, please get in touch as we would love to hear from you.”
If you would like to offer a foster home to any of the wonderful dogs cared for at Dogs Trust Glasgow please call the Rehoming Centre on 0300 303 0292 or visit www. dogstrust.org.uk.