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fostering for ollie's legacy

Every day around Australia, thousands of dogs, puppies, cats and kittens wind up in pounds due to no fault of their own.  If these animals are left in these facilities for too long they will be euthanised to make room for more animals that are in the same position. Ollie's Legacy Incorporated helps rescue these animals and rely on our foster carers to provide safe and loving temporary homes until they are adopted. 


Becoming a foster carer is a very rewarding experience as not only do you care for and help an animal in need, but you are also given a sense of fulfilment knowing you have played a special part in their journey to adoption and a forever home. 


CRITERIA TO BECOME A FOSTER CARER

  • Be over 18 years old
  • Have reliable transport
  • Live within a one-hours' drive of Bendigo
  • Everyone in the home wants to foster
  • No one in the home suffers from pet related allergies
  • Previous experience caring for animals 
  • Adequate time to meet the foster animal’s needs
  • Common sense approach
  • Ability to follow instructions and guidelines
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Share our philosophy regarding responsible pet ownership

REQUIREMENTS FOR FOSTERING

SECURITY

FOOD & OTHER SUPPLIES

SECURITY

A clean, safe and secure home where your foster animal will sleep inside and receive lots of love. The expectation is to treat your foster animal as you would your own pet.

EXERCISE

FOOD & OTHER SUPPLIES

SECURITY

Requirements vary however at a minimum animals should receive daily exercise, interaction and stimulation with toys, games and basic training.  

FOOD & OTHER SUPPLIES

FOOD & OTHER SUPPLIES

FOOD & OTHER SUPPLIES

Whilst we aim to provide carers with pet food and any other supplies they may need, we rely on donations to do so.  When donations aren't available carers will need to contribute.

TRANSPORT

TRANSPORT

FOOD & OTHER SUPPLIES

From time-to-time foster carers may need to transport their foster to and from vet appointments, meet and greets and adoption days.



FEEDBACK

TRANSPORT

ADOPTIONS

It is expected that carers give regular updates to the foster coordinator about the animal's progress. If there are any issues it is vital that they are addressed as soon as possible.

ADOPTIONS

TRANSPORT

ADOPTIONS

You will be asked to provide quality photos and information about your foster for their adoption profile. Once applications are received, we will ask for your assistance with the reviewing and shortlisting process.

PROCESS TO BECOME A FOSTER CARER

APPLICATION FORM

Follow the link to complete the application form:

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REVIEW

 Your completed application will be reviewed by our Foster Carer Coordinator and if successful, you will be invited to an informal meeting. This is a great opportunity for us to meet you in person and vice versa. If you wish to proceed a quick property check may be arranged. This visit is to ensure the safety of your foster animal and should in no way be seen as a potential critique of your home. 

WELCOME

After the property check, you will be warmly welcomed into our community. You will receive our Foster Carer Handbook and be added to our private Facebook Page. 


GETTING STARTED

When a potential foster animal match is found the Foster Coordinator will contact you.  You are welcome to put your hand up to foster other animals that are promoted within the group.

PLACEMENT

During the foster placement you will get to know your foster animal and provide feedback on their personality, likes, dislikes and the type of home they are best suited to. This information is used to create their adoption profile which helps find their forever home.

ADOPTION

When your foster animal is adoption ready you will help us review adoption applications and attend meet and greets if you so wish. Some of our carers prefer not to attend these meetings and that is completely fine. If you find that you cannot part with your foster, you will have the opportunity to adopt them, however the same adoption process applies.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Please email info@ollieslegacy.org.au if you cannot find an answer to your question.

  • Food and other supplies when donations are available
  • Help and support
  •  Animal transport (if volunteers are available)
  •  Foster carer starter kit
  • Opportunities to learn
  • Friendly team environment
  • All veterinary care for the foster animal. 

Rescue groups can only save an animal if there is a foster carer available. Without carers animals face uncertain futures in the pound. Foster carers are their lifeline. 

 People from all walks of life including students, retirees, singles, and families with the common goal of helping animals. 

Ollie's Legacy pays for all veterinary care, professional training or specific items which the animal may require. Food, kitty litter and supplies like bedding, bowls, toys etc. are available for foster carers to use if there are donations on hand. At times it may be necessary for carers to provide their own items. 

Typically, between 2 weeks and a few months however as each case is different timelines vary. Each case is discussed in detail before a placement begins.

Carers are welcome to apply to adopt their foster animal however final approval will be given by the Adoption Coordinator. Carers are expected to pay the same adoption fee as the general public. 

That’s okay, thanks for giving it a go! Please contact the Foster Coordinator as soon as you make this decision so we can start looking for another foster home for the animal. 

Ollie’s Legacy Incorporated acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.

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