I foster for United Yorkie Rescue. They will cover approved medical expenses and some non-medical but they are on a case-by-case basis. I cover all food and incidental items. I keep a supply of kennels, collars, beds, blankets, piddle pads, etc.

I work with the fosters to help overcome any behavioral problems. With UYR, I get to select the new home. I take all applications, review them, arrange for home visit, make reference calls and meet new parents when approved. UYR believes the foster parents know the dog the best and would have a better idea where they would be best suited. The new parents have to come to my house to pick up the pup since we don't ship.

It sounds like a lot, but I love it. It is so rewarding to see them come out of their shell and go to a loving home. I won't lie - it's hard seeing them go, but you won't regret it.

Here is my last foster, Sammy:

I cried when he left, but Ralph and Betty are taking such good care of him I can't regret adopting to them.