Is Fostering Cats Hard

Keeping the first foster does make it harder- but not impossible to let others go. Sometimes people worry the foster animal can’t move on without them- which is absolutely untrue. This is someone worried about how they feel, not what the animals needs- and it’s understandable.

What do I need to know before fostering a cat?

• Your current cats should be up to date on their health care. …
• Know what the rescue expects of you. …
• The foster cats should have their own room. …
• Keep your hands clean. …
• Know your limits, and don’t be afraid to mention them. …
• Your resident cats must come first.

Why is foster failing bad?

How Can I Avoid a Foster Failure? Perhaps the biggest cause of foster failure is the family gets too attached to the foster pet and cannot let go once a permanent home is approved. This, of course, is both good and bad. On the one hand, foster families are encouraged to bond and love the animal as their own.