Foster

The Lee County Humane Society manages a growing foster care program that offers an exceptional experience for animal lovers who aren't looking to adopt, but want to make a difference in the lives the animals at the shelter. Animals in need of support beyond the shelter environment benefit from being fostered.

Are you ready to become a foster parent?

Foster parents must be...

At least 19 years of age

Able to house an animal for a minimum of 2 weeks

Able to provide a good and loving home

What animals need fostering?

Mothers with nursing young

Self-feeding young

Sick or injured animals

Animals pending transfer to a rescue

Animals in need of behavior modification or socialization

Adult cats and dogs

What does the LCHS provide?

Crates when available (deposits are required)

Limited veterinary care

Collars when available

What does the foster parent provide?

Food, shelter, water, etc.

Transportation to and from the LCHS

If you are interestd in becoming a LCHS Foster Parent, contact our foster coordinator Kyle Weaver at kyle@leecountyhumane.org, call the shelter at (334) 821-3222, or stop by the shelter.

Download the foster application.

A foster animal's stay with you may be temporary, but the impact on their life and your own
will be lasting.