Inspired by your post I checked and saw no foster parent group on Ravelry, so I created one here: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/pet-foster-parent. It’s important to have a good network of people who’ve gone through it before, some have fostered dozens of times, and have a wealth of knowledge to share.
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Chloe is doing well. I haven’t crated her much but I did actually find a crate and the rescue is going to reimburse me for it. I chose to put her in the bathroom knowing something might happen, so I’m not too upset about it, you know?
She was due to be adopted this weekend, but that fell thru. I’m picking up a 6 month old lab puppy tomorrow fresh for being neutered. And I think the people that were interested in Chloe are going to shoot for next weekend, so I’ll only have a week overlap.
I got an email that she wanted me to take a pit bull and I just froze. I am personally afraid of pit bulls and rottweilers and I told her I had to pass. I feel bad about it, but I know that I would not feel comfortable. :sad: So, that’s where we are!
If it’s possible to “nest” over a new dog, I’m doing it!
It is very wise to avoid dogs you are afraid of. All dogs can pick up on fear and it wouldn’t be fair to them either.
But hey! Spend a little time with my boy and you will lose your fear of Rotties in no time.
I adore Rotties and Pitties myself. I have been close to the Rottweiler breed for years and never knew a bad one…mostly because they all had responsible owners!
I agree, don’t do it unless you’re comfortable, but one of the sweetest dogs I ever met was my SIL’s pit bull. I wouldn’t have one around because I have small dogs whichjust one bite from a powerful jaw like that would kill. That’s great about Chloe getting adopted so soon!
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Just coordinated it all that I’m picking up Socks the puppy and dropping off Chloe this evening. Then she will be reunited with her friend!!! :happydance: I bet they will have fun! I’m so glad they are being adopted together!
That’s awesome! Your first fostering experience was a total success :woohoo:…door scratches notwithstanding 
I hope you warned the adoptive parents about the possible slight anxiety disorder.
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That’s great! I agree only foster dogs you are comfortable with. Like Arielluria one of the sweetest dogs I have ever met is my DB and SIL’s pit. I was really apprehensive when I met him, until he crawled into my lap and fell asleep. I now know he is the biggest chicken/ sweetheart of a dog ever created.
This new pup is definitely going to be a challenge. He was obviously abused and neglected. He’s skin and bones and has an awful rash around his neck from the rusty choke collar he was dropped off in. Plus he was just neutered, and try keeping a puppy in a new place from getting “excited.” Not easy!!! He scarfed down food and water like he had never eaten before and now he’s quiet in his crate. I hope it stays that way for the night. Will post with pics tomorrow.
Oh gosh I HAVE to say again…BLESS YOU!
Your first foster already has a forever home and now you have this poor little guy. You are doing such a great service.
I’ve found it helps if you keep the crate next to your bedside the first few nights and if he is scared poke your fingers through and pet him to let him know he’s not alone. I’ve also found that abused dogs know almost INSTANTLY that they are in a new and loving environment and tend to flourish very quickly. Just keep loving him. Thanks for fostering.
Here’s is what photos I could get, he doesn’t sit still! And he’s a “happy pisser,” he pees the second he’s let out of his crate, and he will also jump up and pee on you. We’ve all been pissed on over here! :roflhard: He’s a doll in is crate tho, so that it going to help a lot.
Get him a belly band for that marking. Take it from a foster parent, it will keep your house clean and yourself sane!
It’s called Pawty Pants on the website: http://www.pawpawpatch.net/id3.html.
I don’t make any money off these, they are made by someone in a rescue I work with. I bought one and made some others for myself.
Until you do, (this is what I do when Peanut’s belly bands are all dirty), you can tie a large bandana around his middle with a little towel (like a half a dishtowel, mine are about 4" x 8") inside the bandana. You might have to cut some fabric to be a large enough bandana, then fold it diagonally before inserting the cloth. You can also use a half a feminine knapking but if he’s anything like Peanut he’ll eat it and end up in the emergency room, so I say stick to cloth!
Oh he is too cute! Poor thing though, his neck is a mess.
That makes me so angry! How can people treat a poor, defenseless pup so cruelly? I believe with all my heart that anyone who can treat animals with such cruelty are only a heartbeat away from hurting a human too.
One thing to keep in mind is the cruelty is done, over and in the past. Please be very careful about babying him because he had a rotten past. He needs your leadership as much as your love:)
Gee whiz, Have I mentioned I admire you?:cheering:
That is wonderful advice! May I quote you on the fostering or adoption groups on Ravelry?
Of course!
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But don’t, I’m just hanging out with dogs. It’s not much, but I like it
He responds very well to the training I learned from Bark Busters for my other dogs. He just needs someone to show him what things are acceptable and what are not.
Socks had an adoption pending but the potential adopter backed out today. I have to say that I didn’t have a good feeling about them from the start, but I’m not the one who approves the applications. However, if I had met them and truly did not feel comfortable, I do have the right to refuse the adoption.
Overall, he is being a good boy. Just a very active puppy. We make sure to get him moving in the evening. My hubby has been taking him for walks, and he’s really good at fetch. Brings the ball/rope back to you to throw again, doesn’t play “keep away” with it.
You know Jessica, you are really inspiring me to become a foster parent. 
I do believe once we find our forever home with a million acres (okay maybe 1 acre :teehee: ) we will begin the process of becoming foster parents to the pups who need them. Is it a difficult process to become one? We have cats, is that considered a no-no?
No, it wasn’t hard at all. I mentioned it to the lady that runs the rescue and she jumped right on it, just sent me some info to read over and that was it. Plus we have 3 dogs and a cat of our own, and it’s not an issue. Granted they might not get along with every pup that comes thru the door, but that hasn’t been an issue so far. And we have enough room to be able to separate them if need be, and rotate who’s out, ect.
Like right now my dogs can only stand about 5 minutes of the new pup until he starts to annoy them. So they are let out to potty and run, then he is let out for a bit, then mine are let in and the pup is played with alone. It keeps us busy 