Why We Foster
The first and only podcast about the pet foster community! Featuring inspiring stories from foster parents all over the country as they discuss the emotional rollercoaster of the foster experience, the revolving door of pets, and the rapidly-changing role of fostering and animal rescue within human society. Hosted by Stacey Axelrod (NYC Pet Photographer) and presented by Foster Dogs Inc., a New York-based nonprofit focused on creating positive, inclusive foster communities by providing support, experience, and innovative programs.
Episodes
Do you want to help grow the Foster Movement, but are unable to foster pets? That's the case for more of us than you'd think! Maybe you aren’t home much and a pet just doesn’t work with your lifestyle right now. Perhaps you live in a place that doesn't allow pets or someone in your family has allergies. Or like many of us, you might have a special pet who needs to be an only child. You may ...
Have you noticed an explosion in the popularity of fostering within the last few years? In this episode, we travel back about 200 years to understand the history behind animal shelters and the animal welfare movement. We’ll get a grasp on where we’ve been to better understand the rise of fostering and its importance in animal services.
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We asked the pet foster community how they commemorate each adoption… and an overwhelming number of people said that opening their door to another foster pet is the best way to celebrate. It’s like a revolving door of pets! These repeat foster parents have adopted the foster lifestyle and they’re the key to saving more lives!
FEATURING CONVERSATIONS ...
Hey Foster Friends, we're wrapping up production on three new podcast episodes and we can't wait to share them with you! Here's a little preview of what's to come.
GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS TEASER:
Kristen Hassen – @americanpetsalive
Sarah Brasky – @thedogmatchmaker
Six different foster parents share how they turn goodbyes into celebratory moments with fun traditions, adoption rituals, and meaningful mementos.
FEATURING CONVERSATIONS WITH…
Ana Pulido – @can.i.pet.your.foster.dog
In the premier episode of Why We Foster, we’re diving right in with the number one reason why people don’t foster: Saying goodbye when your foster pet gets adopted.
FEATURING CONVERSATIONS WITH…
Sarah Brasky – @thedogmatchmaker
Sari Krieger Rivera – @dutchiedivabunny
On this new podcast from Foster Dogs Inc. and NYC Pet Photographer, you’ll hear stories from animal rescues and fosters all over the country. We’ll discuss the emotional rollercoaster of the foster experience, the revolving door of pets, and the rapidly-changing role of fostering and animal rescue within human society. Learn how to get involved as we prepare to launch the first episode at t...
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