Fostering means welcoming a homeless German Shepherd into your home, caring for them, and giving them love and socialization until they find their forever family.

![German Shepherd lying in the grass](http://www.saveshepherds.org/images/foster-shepherd-640.jpg "foster-shepherd-640 image")

Fostering has countless benefits—not just for the German Shepherd rescued, but also for the foster parent in many meaningful ways!

Foster homes are the heart of our rescue. Every available foster gives a German Shepherd a safe place to land instead of entering an overcrowded shelter where the risk of euthanasia is often much higher. By opening your home temporarily, you're giving a deserving dog the time, care, and second chance they need to find their forever family.

[Apply Now](http://www.saveshepherds.org/contact)

## Why Foster?

- ### Save a Life

    Opening your home to a foster dog can mean the difference between safety and an overcrowded shelter. Every foster creates space for another dog in need.
- ### See Them Thrive

    There's nothing more rewarding than watching a frightened or uncertain dog gain confidence, trust, and happiness in a loving home.
- ### Provide Support

    You provide the love and a safe place to stay—we'll help with guidance and work to find the perfect forever family.
- ### Flexible Way to Help

    If you're not ready for a lifelong commitment, fostering lets you make a life-changing impact without adopting permanently.
- ### Change Two Lives

    When your foster finds a forever home, you've not only changed that dog's future—you've made room for the next shepherd who needs a second chance.
- ### Feel the Love

    Opening your home to a foster dog can mean the difference between safety and an overcrowded shelter. Every foster creates space for another dog in need.

## Foster Requirements

Applicant must be 21 years of age or older and have consent of all members of the household to foster and/or adopt

Must be willing to allow a home inspection from a Saved By Grace representative

Reside in the listed area

If the applicant rents, they agree to allow Saved by Grace to contact their landlord and will need to provide proof of permission to have a German Shepherd

[Apply to Foster Now](http://www.saveshepherds.org/contact)

![German Shepherd lying in a grassy field](http://www.saveshepherds.org/images/requirements-970.jpg "requirements-970 image")