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one of the most imperative yet scarcest elements in any
rescue program including ours. There have been times
when Westies coming into our rescue program have
required interim foster care. When such a Westie
comes to us, it is our belief that this care should be
in a home setting and not a boarding facility for
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Even though Westies adapt very
easily to a change in their environment, it is essential that
we, as rescuers, not add to the baggage they already carry. In
fact, by opening your hearts and your homes to one of these
Westies, you may even lighten their load thus making them more
desirable to the prospective adopter.
Foster care is a rewarding
experience... to see a Westie blossom and thrive under your care
is probably one of the most heartwarming gratifying experiences
you will ever encounter.
Foster care is short-term
temporary care. While in your care, you might have to teach the
Westie what a crate is, what a leash is, what "house
manners" are, etc. Your own dogs will be an immense help
with the training of your foster Westie. Your foster Westie will
learn from your dogs just by observing their routine. You might
have to treat this Westie medically. One of the principal
reasons to place a Westie into foster care is a skin/coat
problem. We have seen "sow’s ears" turned into
"silk purses" in a matter of 6-8 weeks.
When you accept to foster a
Westie from the SFB Westie Rescue Program, all expenses are paid out of
our rescue fund. The SFB covers all veterinarian expenses,
treatment,
food, necessary supplies and medications/prescriptions. All we
ask from you is a safe, stable, secure environment and the time
and energy needed to nurture this Westie.
Some people will actually find
themselves bonding with the Westie in their care and have a hard
time when the adoption process is completed. You must remember
that your primary goal is to rehabilitate this Westie for a
successful adoption.
The unequivocal commitment to be
a foster caregiver can only be made by you.
If you feel you have enough time
to work with a foster Westie, the patience needed for this task
and are willing to commit unconditionally, please contact Pam
Evans at Padiwak@msn.com
or (408) 274-8718 to enroll in the SFB Foster Care Program to
rehabilitate Westies in need.
YOU CAN
MAKE A DIFFERENCE.... ONE WESTIE AT A TIME!
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