City of Plano

Foster Volunteer Opportunities and Donation List

A foster parent provides a temporary home for kittens, puppies, dogs, or cats to address a temporary medical or mild behavioral issue prior to the animal being placed up for adoption. The devotion, care, and socialization given during this time greatly increase the animal’s chance to be adopted by a loving home. Training is provided, no previous experienced required. For more information call Robin Popik 972-941-7114 or email robinp@plano.gov.

Animal Shelter Foster Opportunities

Nursing Mom with babies (cat & kittens)
Nursing Mom with babies (dog & puppies)
Orphan kittens weaned and unweaned
Orphan puppies weaned and unweaned
Adult Dogs with medical or mild behavior issues
Adult Cats with medical or mild behavior issues
(UNWEANED = not able to eat on their own, need to be bottle fed)
(WEANED = eating on their own)

Requirements

Must be a resident of Plano or live within 30 miles of 4028 West Plano Parkway
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Resident animals must be vaccinated. (must provide documentation)
If a Plano citizen, resident animals must be registered with the City
Must have written approval from landlord if renting.
All adults in the residence must sign foster agreement.
Must agree to an initial in home inspection and random drop in visits at any reasonable hour.

If you are unable to foster an animal but still wish to help we do accept donations, please specify it is for the Foster Program.

Everyday needs include:

Iams Puppy (canned)
Iams Kitten (canned)
House training pads.
KMR Kitten Replacement Formula (Dry)
KMR Puppy Replacement Formula (Dry)
Cat Litter (clumping kind)
Small litter boxes (low sides)
Heating pads
Nursing bottles
Kitten & Puppy Shampoo
Chew & stuffed toys

Specialty items needed are:

Crates/Cages
Door gates
Humidifiers
Heating Lamps
Beds

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