Foster caring is important for an animal's recovery as it provides a more relaxed, normal environment where the animal can recover quicker, compared to the Shelter environment.

RSPCA WA requires foster carers to help care for Shelter animals, and to provide a temporary safe haven for pets caught in family and domestic violence through the RSPCA Pets in Crisis Program.

Anyone who loves animals and has the time and space to provide a temporary home for an animal in need can become a foster carer.

What's required:

• Complete an application form
• Provide photos and details about your property (so we can ensure the animal will be safe and secure)
• Agree to the terms and conditions of our Foster Care Agreement
• Be available to collect animals, return them for medical checks, and follow instructions from RSPCA vets and behaviour team
• GIVE THEM ALL THE LOVE THEY CAN HANDLE!
• Return the animal when they are ready to find a permanent loving home*

*Foster carers often form a strong bond with their foster animal and decide to adopt them. We call this a “foster fail” and it’s perfectly OK! If this happens, foster carers are still required to go through the adoption process.