When we returned from our recent holiday, we applied to the RSPCA to foster pets. A few days ago, we received an invitation to attend a training course, which takes place this weekend. I’m actually really excited about having a pet around the place again (even if the pet is only on loan). It has been very quiet without Scotty. Our walks aren’t quite the same without a dog to watch over.
There are a variety of animals available to foster, ranging from kittens, cats, puppies, dogs to rabbits and guinea pigs. We’ve said we’re interested in fostering dogs and will consider rabbits and guinea pigs. Hubby had a rabbit and guinea pig on the farm as a child, but I’ve never had either as a pet. They give training etc along with all the paraphernalia required for each pet. I’m sure we’d be fine rabbit foster parents.
They said it’s possible some of the people attending the course might be asked if they’d like to foster straight away, so a foster pet might be closer than we think.
In writing/publishing news, Carina Press officially opened it doors today. I’m so excited to be part of this new publishing venture and can’t wait for my historical to hit the virtual shelves. Unofficially that will be in September. I’ll let you know as soon as I have an official release date. Meantime, go and check out the launch releases at Carina Press. There’s something there for every discerning romance reader.
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June 8th, 2010 at 9:07 am · Link
I think that is great! Pets need love too…
You’ll like taking care of rabbits. They are easy keepers and fun to hold.
Congrats again on being a Carina author.
June 8th, 2010 at 9:47 am · Link
Had no idea that you can foster pets- that’s a really cool idea.
As far as Carina Press- was there and shopped yesterday – very exciting and I’ll look for your release in the coming months.
June 8th, 2010 at 1:41 pm · Link
Congratulations, Shelley!
I don’t think I can foster. I get so darned attached to anything that needs me.
Do you think they teach you how to let go when the time comes?
June 8th, 2010 at 3:09 pm · Link
That’s a great idea! I have such a hard time not getting attached to the pets though. We live in an apartment and so the only pets we could foster would be small animals like rats, hamsters, gerbils and rabbits. I’d probably just keep them and adopt them myself.
June 8th, 2010 at 6:11 pm · Link
I always wished I could have pets. Other than fish, I’m allergic to them, so badly no shots or medication would help. So, I really am jealous of those that can snuggle up with their pets.
Cudos to you for fostering pets, I have a friend who has done that and his sister also.
They have gotten pets that have been abused quite often I believe.
June 8th, 2010 at 8:18 pm · Link
Debra – I’m really looking forward to it. I think it will be fun, although I am going to have to watch the “getting too attached” thing.
Maria – I shopped as well. It was very easy too. I can see I’m going to be a frequent visitor.
June 8th, 2010 at 8:19 pm · Link
Maria – I’m a bit worried about that and have started to lecture myself already. I guess it depends on how long the foster period is for, too.
June 8th, 2010 at 8:21 pm · Link
Mary – we’re lucky since our section is fenced and perfect for pets. Hubby and I were discussing about barking dogs though. We hope our foster animals aren’t too “barky”.
June 8th, 2010 at 8:23 pm · Link
Brenda – that must be frustrating. My father and sister both get a little hayfever – my sister from horses – which makes living on a farm a little difficult.
Yes, I understand that some of the animals are fostered long term while waiting for court cases etc. They can’t be rehomed until the legal stuff is completed.