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Take your first steps with the ACC Foster Team by signing up for one of our Virtual Foster Orientations. If you’re interested in fostering a cat click here. If you’re interested in fostering a kitten, click here. If you’re interested in fostering a dog, click here. If you’re interested in fostering Rabbits and Guinea Pigs, please take the On-Demand Virtual Orientation below and email accfosters@nycacc.org to learn more.
If you don’t see an available date that fits your schedule, check back often! We will be hosting virtual orientations at least once per month. We look forward to working with you soon!
Our March Foster Orientation has already taken place. Please check back for future orientation dates.
Please note: You only need to attend 1 orientation
Our March Foster Orientation has already taken place. Please check back for future orientation dates.
Did you know you can easily become a guinea pig or rabbit foster by taking an on-demand virtual orientation? This orientation will go over everything you need to provide a temporary home to these fun small pets.
After you finish, please email accfosters@nycacc.org for a short quiz and to start the process of fostering!
Just about anyone! You must be at least 18 years old to participate in our Foster Program. Additionally, if you lease or rent, you must get permission from your landlord prior to signing up to foster a dog.
All ACC foster parents need to live in NYC or in proximity to NYC. Foster need to be able to self-transport to and from the shelter for vet appointments.
We generally ask for a minimum of three or four weeks, and the maximum is open-ended. For shorter commitments, we have BoroughBreaks which allow you to take a dog out just for the day, or Straycations that help us get animals out of the shelter and into a home for a few days!
Just about anyone! You must be at least 18 years old to participate in our Foster Program. Additionally, if you lease or rent, you must get permission from your landlord prior to signing up to foster a dog.
All ACC foster parents need to live in NYC or in proximity to NYC. Foster need to be able to self-transport to and from the shelter for vet appointments.
We generally ask for a minimum of three or four weeks, and the maximum is open-ended. For shorter commitments, we have BoroughBreaks which allow you to take a dog out just for the day, or Straycations that help us get animals out of the shelter and into a home for a few days!
Animal Care Centers of NYC’s (ACC) ‘BoroughBreak’ program pairs members of the community with shelter dogs for field trips! Outings can last from one hour to all day and can include a hike, a trip to the beach, a fun car ride, or even a long nap at home. Whether you already have a dog or aren’t ready to have one, it’s a great way to get your pet fix in.
The BoroughBreak program was created in order to help reduce kennel stress and provide dogs with enrichment and increased visibility. Outings give the shelter valuable insight into how the dogs behave outside a shelter environment. It’s also a great excuse to spend a day doing something new or exploring New York City.
Discover your next furry friend right in your own neighborhood with ACC’s Foster Pet Map! This interactive tool highlights the city map with approximate locations of foster pets, making it easy to find a potential new family member close to home. Whether you’re looking for a playful pup, a cuddly kitten, or a serene senior, there’s a foster pet nearby waiting for a forever home.
