Fosters: The Greatest of ‘Pit’ Stops

at the center of a noodle?

is a heart.

and what is our heart made of?

fosters.

Cute brown and white pup with a sign around it saying" I'm alive because someone fostered me!"

Above anything else, central florida’s shelter pups deserve a soft place to land!

Forever homes are definitely the best happy ending, but the magic sweet spot in between the cold shelter floor and “home sweet home” are our fosters.

These amazing people make it possible for us to not only acclimate pups to new environments, but most importantly: offer shelter dogs the belly rubs, snugs, proper diets, and care necessary for them to become part of someone’s family.

Without available foster homes, the dogs must remain in Central Florida’s animal shelters and euthanasia lists.

Being a Noodles Animal Refuge foster literally makes you a lifesaver.

Younger, blonde girl with braces hugging a white dog with brown spots, who has his tongue out and ears up, looking very happy to be with his human

What does it take to be a noodles animal refuge foster?

If you’re reading this, chances are pretty good that you already have the main requirement:—a big ol’ heart.

But here are some of the other features we look for when selecting new fosters for Noodles:

Completed Application (just scroll down!) and interview to determine your preferred size, type, and breed of dog, as well as a Home Check
Preference is given to residents of Volusia, Seminole, and East Lake County, Florida
Homes that currently have no more than two dogs already, and do not have any cats

Once you are selected as an approved foster, Noodles Animal Refuge provides ALL of the vetting expenses, and in some cases will provide food as well, so you can concentrate on puppy kisses, long walks, and plenty of cuddles.

Our fosters are our lifeblood. As a smaller kill shelter rescue, we tend to work with more limited rescues than larger programs—the most important of which are our fosters!

Our fosters are the only means we have for rescuing Central Florida’s most deserving of shelter dogs.

Become the best part of the greatest little rescue central florida offers!

Illustration of an adult black, tan, and white large breed dog

Illustration of an adult black and tan Rottweiler, with his tongue out, walking along happily.

Illustration of an adult black and tan Rottweiler

Name

First Name

Last Name

Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Phone

(###)

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Are you 18 or older?

Name of the dog you are interested in

References

Reference Information (Veterinarian Preferred)

Please include their: Name Number Best Time To Contact

Environment

Do you own or rent your place of residence?

Does your home have a fenced in yard? (This is not a requirement for fostering)

Yes

If you rent from an apartment, what is the name of your apartment community? (Please note this does not automatically preclude you from being eligible to adopt)

If applicable, please list the community's weight and breed restrictions

If this does not apply to you, please respond with NA

Current Pet(s)

Dog(s) Age/Breed Cat(s) Age/Breed *If none, please indicate that below

Do you have any children"

Yes

If you answered yes to the question above, please list their ages below

Care & Requirements

Noodles Animal Refuge Believes that the Florida heat is not conducive to having dogs outside for any length of time, and all of our fosters are inside pets. If this will be an issue for you, please give more information in the space provided:

Please type "I Agree" if this is NOT an issue for you

Fostering does not have set timeframes, and can often be a long-term commitment. While our rescues are listed across all major adopted sites & social media platforms, we cannot make any guarantees as far as how long it will take to find the perfect forever home. Please acknowledge that you understand this:

I understand and agree that Noodles Animal Refuge makes no expressed or implied warranty, representation, or promise as tot he breed, age, health, habits, disposition, or safety of the animal. Once approved and matched with a foster, you agree to accept the animal as is, assume all risks & responsibilities associated with the ownership/fostering of the animal, including bites, and I hereby fully and completely release Noodles Animal Refuge, its directors, officers, volunteers, servants & employees from any claim, cause of action, or liability of any sort of nature, whether known or unknown, directly or indirectly, arising out of-or in connection with-the foster/adoption, care or ownership, maintenance, temperament, or condition of the animal. Please type you name below, indicating you agree to all of the above, acting as your binding signature.

Noodles Animal Refuge has first right of refusal. If for any reason you are no longer able to provide foster services for any Noodles Animal Refuge animal(s), we must be notified and the animal returned to the rescue. Please type your name below, acknowledging that you fully understand that I have read this agreement in full & understand the terms & conditions of the forgoing document, and will comply with all stated conditions:

Name Date

**Please Note** for all fosters to be finalized, a dated & signed paper copy of this agreement will be provided to you, and will remain on file with Noodles Animal Refuge

wanna talk to us in person?

(maybe get some dog slobber while you’re there?)

Noodles Animal Refuge is waiting to say hi every Saturday** from 9am to 1pm at The Longwood Farmer’s Market!

311 W Warren Ave
Longwood, FL 32750

**EXCEPT when we have a previously scheduled home visit or adoption, so feel free to email us for updated availability!

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