Ready to Foster Cats? Here’s Some Advice From a Pro

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If you’re ready to take the plunge and become a foster kitty mom, these tips from a seasoned pro will help you out.

Fostering kittens and cats that were rescued as strays or pulled from a shelter before being euthanized is definitely inspiring. If you’ve been thinking about doing your part to save the lives of kitties but you don’t know how to start, one of the best places to get the advice you need is from an experienced foster mom like Danielle Chavez.

Check out the tips that Danielle shared with us, and then consider following her on Instagram @fostercatsandkittens to see what it’s like to experience the ups and downs of fostering.

What motivated you to start fostering kittens and cats?

Danielle:

Related:A Rescuer’s Advice on TNR, Fostering, and Adoption

Why did you decide to start an Instagram account to post photos and videos of your fosters?

Danielle:

You’ve gained a strong following on Instagram. Are you surprised by the number of followers?

Danielle:

Do you think that social media is helping to spread the word about adopting, fostering, and TNR (Trap Neuter Return)?

Danielle:

Why do you advocate for TNR?

Danielle:

Related:Want to Save Lives of Orphaned Kittens?

How do you find sites where TNR is needed? Do you keep any of the kittens/cats for fostering and adoption?

Danielle:

You have resident cats, along with multiple fosters at any given time. How do you protect both your resident kitties and your fosters from getting sick? What are the protocols you follow to keep all of your cats as healthy as possible?

Danielle:

How do you get all of the resources that you need for your fosters?

Danielle:

What criteria and process do you use to find the perfect homes for your fosters?

Danielle:

What advice would you give to those who want to start fostering?

Danielle:

What advice can you give to those interested in socializing feral kittens and cats?

Danielle:

You inspire a lot of people who want to rescue animals. Who inspires you?

Danielle:

Finally, is there anything else that you’d like to add?

Danielle:

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