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1. How old do you have to be to become a foster volunteer?

Foster volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

2. What types of animals need fostering?

• Immature/nursing babies
• Mothers with litters
• Animals with treatable medical conditions
• Fearful/unsocial animals that need socialization
• Long-term resident animals that need a break from the shelter environment
• Emergency fosters-animals that need to be removed from the shelter on short notice because the shelter is over capacity

3. What are the primary responsibilities of a foster volunteer?

• Provide a safe, comfortable environment for the foster pet
• Provide appropriate food, shelter, and water 
• Provide daily exercise and mental stimulation
• Administer medications, medical treatments, or special care, if needed
• Provide transportation to veterinary appointments, if needed
• Provide socialization or basic training, if needed

4. Does it cost anything to be a foster volunteer?

Fostering is completely free! Mont Belvieu Animal Shelter will provide you with all the basic supplies needed for your foster animal, as well as any needed medications or medical supplies, if needed.  If you wish to pay for supplies or medical care for your foster pet you are welcome to do so, but all purchases must be approved with MBAS staff first. 

5. How long do I need to foster a pet for?

The time commitment for foster care varies depending on each animal’s need for foster care. Most foster animals will require a fostering commitment of 2 weeks or more.

6. Do I have to live in Mont Belvieu to be a foster volunteer?

No, you are not required to be a Mont Belvieu resident to foster animals with us.  However, we do require all foster volunteers to live within a 45-mile radius of the animal shelter.