Humane Society of West Michigan
  • Home
  • About
    • Always Ask Campaign
    • Board of Directors
    • Contact
    • Hours
    • Job Opportunities
    • Publications
    • Staff
  • Adopt
    • Adoptable Animals >
      • Adoptable Cats
      • Adoptable Dogs
      • Adoptable Small Animals
    • Adoption Specials
    • Adoption Fees
    • Off-Site Locations
    • Post Adoption Resources
    • Private Adoptions
    • Working Cat Program
    • FAQ
  • Donate
  • Events
    • Bark in the Dark
    • HSWM's Birthday Party
    • Paws, Claws & Corks
    • Space Rental
    • Third Party Events
  • Get Involved
    • Foster
    • Volunteer
    • Shelter Wish List
    • Junior Board
    • Car Easy
  • Services
    • Animal Admitting
    • Lost and Found Animals
    • Low-Cost Euthanasia
    • Low-Income Resources >
      • Kibble Konnection
      • Low-Income Vaccine Clinics
    • Obedience & Behavior >
      • Argus Alliance Program
      • Behavior Consultations
      • Feline Behavior Resources
      • Obedience Classes
      • Seminars
    • Online Store
  • Youth Programs
    • Classroom Visits
    • Kids Night Out
    • Youth Camps

Foster


Foster families provide temporary homes for potentially adoptable animals while they recover from illness, injury, gain weight, mature, or moms nursing a litter.

We are always looking for families and individuals who are willing to open their homes to a shelter pet in need. Length of stay typically ranges from one to ten weeks. 

HSWM provides all essential items and vet care for foster animals.

Requirements for Foster Families:
​
  • All pets in the home must be spayed/neutered. Current vaccines are recommended but not required.
  • Rentals require landlord approval to foster​.
  • Applicants must be 21 years or older. 
  • Fill out the foster application below.
click here for the foster application

    Contact Us for More Information

Submit
Humane Society of West Michigan
3077 Wilson Dr. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
616.453.8900
adoptions@hswestmi.org



Photos By: AGL Photography, Sara Cozolino Photography, and Tailwagger Dog Photography
  • Home
  • About
    • Always Ask Campaign
    • Board of Directors
    • Contact
    • Hours
    • Job Opportunities
    • Publications
    • Staff
  • Adopt
    • Adoptable Animals >
      • Adoptable Cats
      • Adoptable Dogs
      • Adoptable Small Animals
    • Adoption Specials
    • Adoption Fees
    • Off-Site Locations
    • Post Adoption Resources
    • Private Adoptions
    • Working Cat Program
    • FAQ
  • Donate
  • Events
    • Bark in the Dark
    • HSWM's Birthday Party
    • Paws, Claws & Corks
    • Space Rental
    • Third Party Events
  • Get Involved
    • Foster
    • Volunteer
    • Shelter Wish List
    • Junior Board
    • Car Easy
  • Services
    • Animal Admitting
    • Lost and Found Animals
    • Low-Cost Euthanasia
    • Low-Income Resources >
      • Kibble Konnection
      • Low-Income Vaccine Clinics
    • Obedience & Behavior >
      • Argus Alliance Program
      • Behavior Consultations
      • Feline Behavior Resources
      • Obedience Classes
      • Seminars
    • Online Store
  • Youth Programs
    • Classroom Visits
    • Kids Night Out
    • Youth Camps