What does it take to be a PAWS foster parent? The answer is as simple as this: love for animals, a little bit of time, and some space suitable for young felines. As a PAWS foster parent, you would be responsible for providing fresh food and water to your foster kittens, as well as clean litter boxes, proper toys, and lots of love and attention that will prepare these young orphans for new, permanent homes.

If your family wants to get the kids involved in a community project, or if you’re a frequent traveler who can’t have animals of your own or a professional who wants to help PAWS but can’t fit a weekly volunteer shift into your routine, the Foster Care Program may be perfect for you!

For details about becoming a foster parent, including what you can expect while fostering, visit www.paws.org. If you would like to open your home to a few kittens in need this spring or summer, please contact Liz Longworth, Foster Care Coordinator, at lizl@paws.org, or 425/787-2500, ext. 822.