VIRTUAL FOSTER

Fostering Saves Lives

You don’t have to adopt an animal to save a life.

A Virtual Foster is a volunteer that is assigned an adult animal (cat or dog) to promote. Virtual fosters are encouraged to visit their foster animal at the shelter as and spend a little time getting to know the animal of their choosing. Virtual fosters can spend time with their "foster" on a walk, in the meet and greet room, or on a doggy date. We ask that you write a cute bio for your foster to help them get adopted. We also ask that virtual fosters take a couple of cute pictures and/or videos of their furry new friend to share with the world. Virtual Fosters can also support their foster animal from afar by providing donations, paying for their spay or neuter surgery, vaccinations, and any medical needs they may have. If potential adopters have questions about your virtual foster, we will forward inquiries to you via email. 

Want to Become a Virtual Foster?

Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@shelbyhumane.org

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Tips on how to take better animal photos

Captivating photographs help your foster animal become more appealing to potential adopters. Watch this video for a few tips and tricks on how to hone your pet photography skills. 

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Photo Composition Techniques

Photos and videos are great ways to showcase your foster animal. Watch this video for a few tips and tricks on how to best frame your foster animal in a photo or video.  

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How to write a great bio for your foster pet

Creating an appealing bio helps potential adopters connect with your foster pet. A good bio will paint a picture of who your animal is so that potential adopters feel like they know who the animal is even though they haven't met them yet. 

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Tips on how to Market your foster cat/kitten for adoption

Cats and kittens have a very unique personality or "catitude". This video will help you learn how to best market your foster cat/kitten for adoption.

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Adoption Video Example

Watch this video for a good example of how to showcase your foster animal. Notice the camera is at dog's height and the video highlights the dog's personality. 

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Tips for making videos with your cellphone 

Making videos of your foster pet is a great way to showcase their personality. This video shares a few tips on how to create professional videos with your cell phone.