hi fosteraussie....how is foster written in your lease???? what are your guidelines??? is this a new place?? maybe foster needs time to settle...don't forget...aussies' are herding dogs....he wants to round up whats' on the other side of the door....does he have a good brisk walk before you go to bed or leave in the a.m.???? does he have toys to play with when you are not there???? how about those ones that let out a little kibble at a time as a treat??? this is meant to occupy his time....(some are better than others)...see what others on the board have to say....ck. with logan,sleepinir,ally,,,etc.,etc., they always have good suggestionds....and dixie dancer let us not forget....