Foster a Shelter Pet in Riverside, CA

A Few Days Away From the Shelter Can Make a Big Difference

Have you thought about fostering a dog or cat, but you’re not quite sure what it involves?

Join Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center for a free virtual Foster Information Session and find out what it really takes to foster a shelter pet.

There’s no commitment. No pressure. Just bring your questions and meet our Foster Coordinator.

Why Foster?

Some pets find homes quickly. Others wait weeks or months for the right family.

For a long-term shelter resident, even a short stay in a foster home can provide a valuable break from the shelter routine. A foster home gives a dog or cat a chance to relax, experience home life, get more one-on-one attention, and show us parts of their personality we may not see at the shelter.

And fostering helps us learn.

Does the dog love sleeping on the couch? How do they behave on a neighborhood walk? Is the cat a lap cat once they settle in? Do they prefer a quiet corner or want to follow you everywhere?

Those details can help us find the right adopter.

You don’t have to foster for months to make an impact. Depending on the animal and their needs, a short stay can help too.

Curious? Come Meet Us Virtually

Our Foster Information Session is an easy first step.

You’ll learn:

Which dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens may need foster homes
What fostering can look like in your home
What supplies and support Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center provides
What to expect before, during, and after a foster stay
How fostering can help long-term shelter residents
How to apply if you decide fostering is right for you

You’ll also have time to ask questions directly to our Foster Coordinator.

Upcoming Virtual Foster Information Session

Sunday, September 13, 2026

10:00 a.m.

Online

Free to attend. No commitment required.

You Could Be Someone’s Much-Needed Break

You don’t need to be ready to adopt.

You don’t need to know everything about fostering.

And you don’t have to decide today.

If you have a little room in your home and some time to give, come find out how fostering can help a shelter pet while they wait for the family who will make them theirs.

Can’t attend September 13? We plan to offer virtual Foster Information Sessions monthly. Register your interest and we’ll keep you informed about future sessions.

Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Riverside, California

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