This beautiful boy was brought in to the Okefenokee Humane Society with a broken leg after being hit by a car. He had surgery Wednesday, November 23, to have his left front leg amputated. I picked him up at the shelter the following Friday and will be fostering him until a forever home is found for him. He's a really, really sweet boy and gets along very well with Sophie and Dakota.
Fostering an animal is one of the most rewarding ways to help a homeless pet. Because of overcrowding, many shelters are continually in need of room for incoming animals. Without foster programs, some dogs and cats might have to be euthanized. Foster parents provide a temporary home and care for animals that may be too young for adoption, are recovering from injury or illness, or may need some behavioral training prior to being put up for adoption. Dogs and cats who are fostered in positive, nurturing environments by people with basic training and behavior knowledge are more likely to be adopted, less likely to be returned to the shelter and more able to adapt to life in their new homes.
Anyone who cares about animals and is willing to donate their time and provide lots of tender love and care would make a good foster parent. If you are interested in fostering for the Okefenokee Humane Society, email Ben Hood at kefenokeehumanesociety@gmail.com or call 912-283-4214.
All he wants is to be loved.
Hanging with Sophie and Dakota.
Taking a break from exploring the first day he was here.
