How it Works
When fosterers are ready to take on a dog they inform the Foster Coordinator
Fosterers may request a specific dog that they have seen in “Urgent Action Needed” on the DID forum
Once in the foster home, the dog’s listing on the DID forum is moved from “Urgent Action Needed” to “In Foster Care”
The dog settles into his temporary home. After a week to ten days the fosterer completes a Foster Dog CV and returns it to DID. The form provides details of the dog's temperament See More which will help DID find a suitable home for the dog.
The fosterer should be prepared to provide basic training, including house-training, if required
If possible, the fosterer should upload photos and updates on their dog, to his listing or "thread" on the DID forum. The more active the foster dog’s thread the more interest generated from potential adopters
While in foster provisions are made by DID to have the dog spayed/neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped. If any other veterinary care is required DID cover the cost
The dog is now ready to go to his permanent home and his thread is moved to “Happy Endings” on the DID forum
A dog may spend up to three months in foster care, however the average time in foster is about five weeks. Offers of foster homes for shorter periods are also welcome. All veterinary costs are covered by DID and if food or equipment is requested by the fosterer this is provided.
Foster Coordinator:Kathy
fostering@dogsindistress.org
Forum name: kaydoyle
When fosterers are ready to take on a dog they inform the Foster Coordinator
Fosterers may request a specific dog that they have seen in “Urgent Action Needed” on the DID forum
Once in the foster home, the dog’s listing on the DID forum is moved from “Urgent Action Needed” to “In Foster Care”
The dog settles into his temporary home. After a week to ten days the fosterer completes a Foster Dog CV and returns it to DID. The form provides details of the dog's temperament See More which will help DID find a suitable home for the dog.
The fosterer should be prepared to provide basic training, including house-training, if required
If possible, the fosterer should upload photos and updates on their dog, to his listing or "thread" on the DID forum. The more active the foster dog’s thread the more interest generated from potential adopters
While in foster provisions are made by DID to have the dog spayed/neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped. If any other veterinary care is required DID cover the cost
The dog is now ready to go to his permanent home and his thread is moved to “Happy Endings” on the DID forum
A dog may spend up to three months in foster care, however the average time in foster is about five weeks. Offers of foster homes for shorter periods are also welcome. All veterinary costs are covered by DID and if food or equipment is requested by the fosterer this is provided.
Foster Coordinator:Kathy
fostering@dogsindistress.org
Forum name: kaydoyle
on March 23, 2013
Application Process
Potential fosterers should complete and return the Foster Application Form
New fosterers are provided with a special pack containing useful tips and advice
Our Foster Co-ordinator Kathy is available to advise or assist with fostering related issues should they arise
Potential fosterers should complete and return the Foster Application Form
New fosterers are provided with a special pack containing useful tips and advice
Our Foster Co-ordinator Kathy is available to advise or assist with fostering related issues should they arise
on March 23, 2013
The rewards of dog fostering
DID fosterers come from every walk of life. They have one thing in common; a great love of dogs and a commitment to helping them in the most practical way possible - by taking them into their homes on a short term basis. Fostering takes commitment in terms of time and effort. Most foster dogs will need some basic training, they will need to be walked at least twice a day, they will need love, care and attention. Many DID fosterers have been fostering See More for us for many years. Where required fosterers are provided with food, bedding, dog toys etc. to cover the financial costs related to fostering. Fosterers experience first-hand the hugely positive impact that their efforts have on a dog's life.
DID fosterers come from every walk of life. They have one thing in common; a great love of dogs and a commitment to helping them in the most practical way possible - by taking them into their homes on a short term basis. Fostering takes commitment in terms of time and effort. Most foster dogs will need some basic training, they will need to be walked at least twice a day, they will need love, care and attention. Many DID fosterers have been fostering See More for us for many years. Where required fosterers are provided with food, bedding, dog toys etc. to cover the financial costs related to fostering. Fosterers experience first-hand the hugely positive impact that their efforts have on a dog's life.
on March 23, 2013
Foster a dog
Dogs in Distress (DID) uses a network of fosterers who offer short-term homes to the dogs that we rescue. We rely on our fosterers to provide a safe and caring environment for our dogs. Foster based care is particularly important and beneficial as our fosterers can provide great insight into the dogs personality and the kind of home he will be best suited to.
Dogs in Distress (DID) uses a network of fosterers who offer short-term homes to the dogs that we rescue. We rely on our fosterers to provide a safe and caring environment for our dogs. Foster based care is particularly important and beneficial as our fosterers can provide great insight into the dogs personality and the kind of home he will be best suited to.
on March 23, 2013
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on March 23, 2013
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on March 23, 2013
Our approach
We neuter, worm, microchip and vaccinate all of our dogs during their time in foster care. The fosterer assists with house training, lead training and general socialisation to ensure our dogs are ready for their new life. Most importantly the fosterer provides love, care and attention to their foster dog.
Some of the dogs that we rescue have not been properly cared for and may need veterinary care. In addition we pay for vaccinations, worming and micro chipping. See More Our vet bills our considerable and we rely on the generosity of our adoptors and supporters to help us raise the funds that we need to cover our costs.
All of the dogs listed on our Forum under the Urgent Action Dogs discussion area are at risk. If you can offer help either in the form of a foster home or a donation please contact us. Don't assume someone else will.
We neuter, worm, microchip and vaccinate all of our dogs during their time in foster care. The fosterer assists with house training, lead training and general socialisation to ensure our dogs are ready for their new life. Most importantly the fosterer provides love, care and attention to their foster dog.
Some of the dogs that we rescue have not been properly cared for and may need veterinary care. In addition we pay for vaccinations, worming and micro chipping. See More Our vet bills our considerable and we rely on the generosity of our adoptors and supporters to help us raise the funds that we need to cover our costs.
All of the dogs listed on our Forum under the Urgent Action Dogs discussion area are at risk. If you can offer help either in the form of a foster home or a donation please contact us. Don't assume someone else will.
on March 23, 2013
Unwanted dogs in Ireland
According to the latest Department of the Environment figures available, over 6,132 dogs and pups were put to sleep in the public dog pound system in Ireland in 2011, these were mainly healthy dogs. This figure is the officially reported number but does not include death by cruelty or euthenasia of healthy dogs by vets or by other means.
Stray dogs and pups are kept in the public dog pound for five days to allow owners to find them, but many are not traced See More by their owners within the short time given. Dogs surrendered to the public dog pound may be put to sleep by the management of public pounds immediately. Most of the dogs that are put to sleep in Irish public dog pounds are healthy, well socialised dogs.
Dogs deserve better. Dogs in Distress aims to rescue unwanted dogs and ensure they have a happy life, where they are loved, appreciated and respected. Please help us to help them.
According to the latest Department of the Environment figures available, over 6,132 dogs and pups were put to sleep in the public dog pound system in Ireland in 2011, these were mainly healthy dogs. This figure is the officially reported number but does not include death by cruelty or euthenasia of healthy dogs by vets or by other means.
Stray dogs and pups are kept in the public dog pound for five days to allow owners to find them, but many are not traced See More by their owners within the short time given. Dogs surrendered to the public dog pound may be put to sleep by the management of public pounds immediately. Most of the dogs that are put to sleep in Irish public dog pounds are healthy, well socialised dogs.
Dogs deserve better. Dogs in Distress aims to rescue unwanted dogs and ensure they have a happy life, where they are loved, appreciated and respected. Please help us to help them.
on March 23, 2013
Dogs in Distress today
Dogs in Distress now rescues unwanted dogs directly from Meath public pound and also from individuals who are no longer willing or able to look after them. By doing this we aim to rescue dogs directly from the public pound and also reduce the number of dogs that are surrendered into the public pound system. Dogs in Distress is active mainly in Dublin county, Dublin city, Meath, Kildare and Wicklow. Most of our fosterers are based in Dublin and Meath. However See More we rescue and re-home dogs all over Ireland.
We do not have a physical shelter facility. Instead we use a network of volunteer fosterers who offer short term homes to our dogs and pups. Our fosterers play a key role in caring for our dogs. They provide a comprehensive profile or “CV” for their foster dog which enables us to more effectively match our dogs to the right person or family.
Our standard procedure is to spay/neuter, micro-chip, vaccinate and worm all of our dogs. Where other medical intervention is required it is provided. We have a strict re-homing policy. We only home our dogs to those who we feel have the attitude, facilities and lifestyle to take on the considerable responsibility of caring for a dog.
We use the discussion forum on our website as a resource for communication amongst our volunteers and supporters and also as a means of publicising our dogs that are looking for homes to potential adoptors. We have a network of approximately sixty volunteers, who provide services such as dog fostering, providing transport and fundraising. We have no paid staff, all of our income goes directly to caring for and re-homing our dogs and pups.
Dogs in Distress now rescues unwanted dogs directly from Meath public pound and also from individuals who are no longer willing or able to look after them. By doing this we aim to rescue dogs directly from the public pound and also reduce the number of dogs that are surrendered into the public pound system. Dogs in Distress is active mainly in Dublin county, Dublin city, Meath, Kildare and Wicklow. Most of our fosterers are based in Dublin and Meath. However See More we rescue and re-home dogs all over Ireland.
We do not have a physical shelter facility. Instead we use a network of volunteer fosterers who offer short term homes to our dogs and pups. Our fosterers play a key role in caring for our dogs. They provide a comprehensive profile or “CV” for their foster dog which enables us to more effectively match our dogs to the right person or family.
Our standard procedure is to spay/neuter, micro-chip, vaccinate and worm all of our dogs. Where other medical intervention is required it is provided. We have a strict re-homing policy. We only home our dogs to those who we feel have the attitude, facilities and lifestyle to take on the considerable responsibility of caring for a dog.
We use the discussion forum on our website as a resource for communication amongst our volunteers and supporters and also as a means of publicising our dogs that are looking for homes to potential adoptors. We have a network of approximately sixty volunteers, who provide services such as dog fostering, providing transport and fundraising. We have no paid staff, all of our income goes directly to caring for and re-homing our dogs and pups.
on March 23, 2013
About us
When Marie Hannon (Founder Dogs in Distress) visited Ashton Pound, Dublin in 2002 approximately 60% of dogs entering that pound were put to sleep. Appalled by this fact, Marie set about rescuing dogs from the pound. To do this she established a home foster based dog rescue organisation. Since then, Dogs in Distress has rescued thousands of dogs and puppies that would have otherwise been put to sleep.
When Marie Hannon (Founder Dogs in Distress) visited Ashton Pound, Dublin in 2002 approximately 60% of dogs entering that pound were put to sleep. Appalled by this fact, Marie set about rescuing dogs from the pound. To do this she established a home foster based dog rescue organisation. Since then, Dogs in Distress has rescued thousands of dogs and puppies that would have otherwise been put to sleep.
on March 23, 2013
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