If you are interested in becoming a foster parent with PAWS, please follow these steps:
- Be of age. The primary caregiver of the foster animal must be at least 18 years old. However, young people can help at home and potentially receive school credit. Inquire more about school credit by emailing the foster team at foster@paws.org.
- Be in the area. Foster parents must be able to get to our shelter in Lynnwood, Washington on a regular basis. Please consider the potential commute before applying to foster.
- Apply online. Start by submitting an online application to tell us a bit about yourself. Once your application is accepted, you will be able to start the training process. If you have any questions about the process or signing up, please give us a call at 425-742-4009 or email foster@paws.org. Please Note: We require that the primary caregiver, and therefore primary contact person, for the foster family be the one to complete the training. This person will need to provide an email address and phone number that is checked on a regular basis in order to fulfill communication requirements for fostering.
- Complete the recorded Foster Class & Quiz online. You will learn about program expectations, basic medical information, and have all your questions answered!
- Pay a one-time registration fee of $10 and complete a background check. Start saving lives. PAWS will match you with the foster animals that suit your lifestyle.
Please note that PAWS cannot accommodate those seeking to fulfill court-ordered community service.