Volunteer Dog Foster
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Fostering
Do you love dogs but don’t want the financial or long term commitment of full time ownership? We provide all the equipment, food, insurance and support you need to become a Fab Foster!
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Veterans and dogs in need? Do you have the time, dedication and love to give? Service Dogs UK, a leading charity providing assistance dogs to Veterans with PTSD, is looking for compassionate individuals like you to become foster carers for their assistance dogs in training. By opening your heart and home to these incredible dogs, you can play a vital role in transforming lives. Read on to learn more about how you can become a foster carer and make a difference today.
Fulfil a Vital Role:
As a foster carer, you become an essential part of the journey to empower Veterans with PTSD. By providing a safe and loving environment for these remarkable dogs during their training period, you enable them to develop the skills and abilities necessary to support their future Veterans. Your role directly contributes to the success of the programme and helps create life-changing partnerships.
Make a Lasting Impact:
Fostering an assistance dog is a unique opportunity to create a lasting impact on the lives of both dogs and Veterans. By offering your time and care, you contribute to the well-being and growth of the dog, preparing them for their vital role in improving the lives of those who have served or are serving our country. Witnessing the positive transformation firsthand is an incredibly rewarding experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Receive Support and Training:
Service Dogs UK understands that becoming a foster carer is a significant commitment. That’s why they provide comprehensive support and training throughout the fostering process. From initial orientation sessions to ongoing guidance, you’ll receive the tools and knowledge necessary to ensure a successful fostering experience. The charity’s team of experts will be there to address any questions or concerns you may have, ensuring you feel confident and supported every step of the way.
Flexibility to Fit Your Lifestyle:
One of the fantastic aspects of being a foster carer for an assistance dog is the flexibility it offers. Have a family, or lead a busy lifestyle, there are various fostering opportunities to suit your availability and preferences. Service Dogs UK works closely with you to find a fostering arrangement that aligns with your schedule and ensures the dog receives the care and attention it needs.
Join a Supportive Community:
By becoming a foster carer, you’ll join a warm and caring community of like-minded individuals who share a common passion for helping Veterans and dogs in need. Service Dogs UK facilitates regular meet-ups, training sessions and social events where foster carers can connect, share experiences, and provide support to one another. The friendships and bonds formed within this community are invaluable and offer an additional layer of support throughout your fostering journey.
Conclusion:
Becoming a foster carer for an assistance dog in training is an extraordinary opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Veterans with PTSD. By opening your heart and home, you provide the love, care, and guidance these remarkable dogs need to become life-changing companions. Take the first step today by contacting Service Dogs UK and join a community dedicated to transforming lives. Together, we can make a powerful impact and create brighter futures for both dogs and Veterans.
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra supportAbout Service Dogs UK
We are the only ADI accredited PTSD assistance dog charity in the UK and we are also members of Assistance Dogs UK so you can be confident that our standards are at the highest level.
The dogs we use are carefully selected from rescue to help the Veterans. Once a dog has been selected, a Veteran gets partnered with their dog and the Veteran will get taught how to train their dogs, look after them, become a responsible guardian and much more – all under the guidance of professional dog trainers. It takes between 9-12 months of training for the Assistance Dog Partnership to graduate and achieve the required ADI accredited standards.
This a journey the partnership will take together for their mutual benefit.