Become a Dog Foster Parent at OC Animal Care

Foster a Dog

OC Animal Care is thrilled to announce the launch of its dog fostering program for the summer season. This program provides an incredible opportunity for community members to open their hearts and homes to shelter dogs, offering them a much-needed break from the shelter environment and a "stay-cation" experience. Throughout the summer, animal shelters experience an increase in lost pets, which requires additional space to provide care.

To become a foster and make a difference in the life of a shelter dog this summer, interested individuals are invited to attend an orientation session. During the orientation, the shelter's team will guide prospective fosters through the program, answer any questions and facilitate sign-ups. Learn more and sign up at the following link: Dog Fostering Orientation.  

OC Animal Care will match each dog with a foster family that aligns with their lifestyle and availability, ensuring a harmonious and rewarding experience for both the foster and the dog. The program welcomes participants for flexible fostering commitments, ranging from two weeks to two months. Throughout the fostering period, the shelter team will be available to offer guidance and support for a smooth and rewarding experience for both fosters and dogs alike.

By fostering a dog, individuals can make a meaningful impact on the lives of these shelter pets and help them prepare for their forever homes. Fostering provides a unique opportunity to bond with a lovable pet, offers them the comfort of a home environment and plays a vital role in their journey towards finding a permanent, loving home for dogs like Lewis! Lewis (A1781609) is a five-year-old husky who has been a resident of the shelter for 291 days. With his love for walks and getting along well with other dogs, he's eager to experience the joys of a foster home where he can relax and thrive!

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In addition to Lewis, there are many more dogs who are awaiting to take a much-needed break from their shelter life. These dogs will flourish in a home environment while creating space in the shelter for more animals in need. Let's make this summer a time of love, care and second chances for these deserving animals!

Hot Diggity Dog Adoption Promotion

June 2023 Adoption Promotion

Hot diggity dog, it’s summer! Give a shelter dog a fur-ever summer vacation by adopting from OC Animal Care! Throughout the month of June 2023, adoption fees are waived for dogs 25 pounds and over. During the adoption promotion in May 2023, a 31 percent increase was seen in adoptions for dogs 25+ pounds compared to the adoption rates in May 2022. OC Animal Care is excited to extend the promotion in hopes to find further success for our furry friends!

The adoption promotion is available to residents of any city. With over 400 adoption visits available per week, potential adopters can pre-schedule a visit by calling (714) 935-6848 or drop by for a walk-in visit. Walk-ins are welcomed on a first-come, first-served basis as staffing allows. 

The waived fees include microchipping, vaccinations, spaying or neutering, and an anti-parasite treatment. Waived adoption fees do not include licensing fees or puppies six months of age or younger.

2023 June Adoption Promotion

Kitten Shower

Join us to learn more about becoming a volunteer foster caretaker. A foster team member and a registered veterinary technician will be onsite to help answer questions and provide a bottle feeding demonstration. 

Kitten Shower

Pet a Porter

OC Animal Care is excited to attend Pet a Porter – a dog fashion show hosted at The CAMP in Costa Mesa! Join us, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., to meet our public education officers, learn about responsible pet ownership, and so much more. 

The CAMP
2937 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

OC Parks Sunset Cinema

OC Animal Care is excited to attend OC Parks Sunset Cinema on June 23! Meet our public education officers, learn about responsible pet ownership, and so much more. 

Carbon Canyon Regional Park
4442 Carbon Canyon Rd.
Brea, CA 92823
6 p.m.

OC Parks Sunset Cinema

OC Animal Care is excited to attend OC Parks Sunset Cinema on June 16! Meet our public education officers, learn about responsible pet ownership, and so much more. 

Craig Regional Park
3300 N State College Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
6 p.m. 

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