PLEASE NOTE"

Without reliable foster carers we cannot take in any dogs, as we do not have a physical Centre. We have to turn away dogs needing our help if we can't place them, as there are limited foster carer spots!

How Do I Become a Foster Carer for NZCR?

If you're based in Canterbury, simply complete the Foster Application Form found here (or click the link below).

Once we have received the completed application we'll be in contact!

What Does NZCR Provide?

Although it is a serious commitment and involves time and hard work, you will receive the f support of the NZCR team and it is a very rewarding experience to save a life as a foster parent.

Anything and everything needed to foster can be provided: food, flea/worming, beds and bedding, toys, enrichment items, treats and chews, leads and harnesses, crates and pens, steps and mobility aids for senior dogs, or baby-gates. In addition, the vet care or training appointments are invoiced to the trust. We have a supportive foster team, vets and Trainers to assist you as required. 

Have questions?

Please review our "Foster FAQ" at the below link. If your query is not noted there, please feel free to email us on contact@nzchihuahuarescue.co.nz

• Foster parents must be based in Christchurch (or within 20-30mins)  close to our dog trainers, vets and physio, while in trust care.

• A healthy and safe environment for the foster dog. Including a well fenced in area to toilet in.

• Unfortunately, as rescue dogs can be unpredictable at times, we usually cannot accept families with children under the age of 5 years old.

• Enough free time required to observe and train a foster dog and attend any appointments (ie. vet, physio etc). Sorry this does tend to rule out full time (out of the home) workers.

• Able to make the commitment to being a foster parent for an undetermined amount of time. We never know how long dogs will be in care for and try not to disrupt them by moving foster homes until they head off to a forever home.

• Transport it's ideal if fosters have transport to attend vets, physio and any other required appointments for your foster dog in Canterbury, however, we can assist in this regard if you meet the other requirements.

• We accept foster families with existing pets - personal dogs should be vaccinated, flea and wormed.