Foster a Dog

Open your home to a rescue dog in need and provide the love, care, and stability they need while they wait for their forever family.

Why Foster?

Give a Rescue Dog a Home Away From Home

Fostering is one of the most rewarding ways to support Dogs in Distress. Many of the dogs that come into our care have experienced difficult circumstances and simply need a safe, loving place where they can rest, recover, and begin to trust again. By becoming a foster carer, you provide a temporary home where a dog can feel secure while waiting for their forever family. Your kindness and patience can make a huge difference during this important stage of their journey.

As a foster carer, you’ll help us learn more about a dog’s personality, behaviour, and needs, making it easier to find the right permanent home. Whether a dog stays with you for a few weeks or a few months, the care and support you provide helps prepare them for a successful adoption. Fostering not only changes a dog’s life, but it can also be an incredibly rewarding experience for you and your family, knowing you’ve played a part in giving a dog a second chance.

Become a Foster Carer

Open Your Home and Change a Dog's Life

Every dog deserves a safe place to feel loved, secure, and cared for. By becoming a foster carer, you provide a temporary home where a rescue dog can settle, recover, and prepare for their forever family. Your support helps us rescue more dogs and gives each one the best possible chance of a happy future. Together, we can make a lasting difference for dogs in need across Ireland.

Dogs Looking for Foster Homes

Meet the rescue dogs currently searching for a safe, caring foster home while they wait for their forever family.

Summer

Lab X Setter

( Age: 3 Years Old )

Summer is a beautiful 3-year-old Lab Cross Setter with a bright, sunny personality.

Penny

Scent Hound X

( Age: 4 Years Old )

Penny is a beautiful Scent Hound Cross with a gentle heart, a playful spirit and plenty of love to give.

Gigi

Terrier

( Age: 2 Years Old )

Gigi is a happy, affectionate 2-year-old Terrier with a sunny personality and a love for life.

Maddie

Maltese X

( Age: 2 Years Old )

Maddie is a gentle 2-year-old Maltese Cross who has overcome a difficult start and is blossoming every day.

Skye

Jack Russell Terrier

( Age: 9 Years Old )

Skye is a tiny 9-year-old Jack Russell Terrier with a sweet and gentle nature.

Fizz

Yorkie

( Age: 6 Years Old )

Meet Fizz, a handsome 6-year-old Yorkie Cross with a cheerful personality and a tail that never seems to stop wagging.

Pip

Jack Russell Terrier

( Age: 11 Month Old )

Pip is an 11-month-old Jack Russell Terrier who is currently settling into foster care.

Nacho

Frenchie

( Age: 3 Years Old )

Nacho is a friendly, happy 3-year-old French Bulldog who is finally getting the chance to enjoy life.

Zola

Frenchie

( Age: 8 Years Old )

Zola is a sweet and affectionate 8-year-old French Bulldog who is now safe in our care.

Charlie

Collie

( Age: 2 years )

Charlie is a bright and affectionate Collie looking for an experienced home where he can be the only dog.

Why Choose Us

Why Foster a Dog with Dogs in Distress?

Fostering gives a dog a safe place to stay while they wait for their forever home. By opening your home, you help us rescue more dogs in need, giving them the love, stability and care they deserve. We’ll support you every step of the way.

Save a Life

Every foster home creates space for another dog to be rescued. By fostering, you're giving a dog a second chance while helping us reach even more dogs in need.

Full Rescue Support

You're never on your own. We provide guidance throughout the fostering journey and are always available to answer questions or offer support whenever you need it.

Flexible and Rewarding

Whether you can foster for a few weeks or a little longer, every foster home makes a difference. Watching a nervous dog grow in confidence and prepare for their forever family is one of the most rewarding experiences.