Pet Fostering in Kansas City

Become a Foster Pet Parent

Pets Needing Fosters

Off-Site Volunteer Opportunities

Not everyone is able to foster in their home — and that’s okay. ❤️
At Always & Furever, we offer meaningful off-site volunteer opportunities that give our animals a break from barn life, help them build confidence, and create special moments of connection.

In addition to our traditional foster program (where a pet temporarily lives in your home and we provide everything), we also offer short-term off-site experiences that happen outside the barns and outside your home.

Once you complete our Off-Site Volunteer Waiver, you can take one of our pets out for approved outings anytime. We provide everything they may need, including:

  • Harness and leash

  • Food and water bowls

  • Food and treats

  • Blankets

  • Other essentials for a safe, comfortable outing

These short adventures make a big difference. A car ride, a quiet evening, or a holiday away from the barn can help reduce stress, build trust, and give a pet a chance to shine. ✨

Off-site Volunteer Fosters

Ways You Can Foster

Holiday Fosters

The holidays are a time for joy, charity, and family. Help one of our pets experience a little magic by fostering them during the Thanksgiving and/or Christmas seasons! It’s a gift that these animals will appreciate for the rest of their lives.

Dog Dates

Even a single day can turn a sad dog into a happy pup! Car rides, walks in the park, snacks at a local, pet-friendly establishment—every opportunity is a great chance to help an animal bond with humans. This makes the adoption process smoother in the future.

Sleepovers

Sometimes, an animal needs to be alone at night to truly feel safe, especially if they are prone to anxiety. This is what makes sleepovers so special. Not only do they give pets a chance to have fun during the day, but they also offer some much-needed solitude at night.

Hotel Getaways

Want to start pet fostering in Kansas City or Wichita, but unable to bring a dog back to your home? No problem! We’ll set you and one of our animals up at a local, pet-friendly hotel. You and your foster friend can have a fun day out, then spend the night in a home away from home.

Fostering Changes Everything

Many of our animals have experienced neglect or abuse in their pasts. Fostering may help them trust people again, learning to love humans and the companionship we can provide.

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Current Foster Candidates

Take a look at all our furry friends who need some time away from the hustle and bustle of our sanctuary.

Pets Needing Fosters

Why Should I Foster?

Fulfilling Needs

Animals need more than food, water, and shelter. They need love, connection, and even seclusion, depending on their situation. You can fill that void with the special attention these animals require to feel happy.

 

Teaching Trust

Some of our pets have unfortunately come from lonely or outright dangerous places. This can make it hard for them to see humans as friends. Fostering can encourage these struggling animals to bond with people again.

Growing Love

When you give love, you get love. Animals show appreciation for your care in many ways, which can be fulfilling for both you and your foster pet. Experience the enriching qualities of foster care!

Our Past Rescues

  • This organization is the absolute best! They go above and beyond and work tirelessly to help these animals in need. There are way more animals needing rescued than there are people and…

    Metal M.

  • We adopted our Newman in May 2021 from Always and Furever. I had followed their page for a while and was touched how they work to find every animal that comes into…

    Allison B.

  • Always and Forever is top tier when it comes to rescue!! I have been volunteering since I lost my job in March. I needed something to lift my spirits and this place…

    Meagan S.

  • This amazing rescue saves dogs, cats, and people every day. They help animals that others have hurt or abandoned. Operating solely on donations, their mission is supported worldwide. I traveled from Delaware…

    Sally S.

  • I have been a foster for A&F as well as adopted my sweet dog from them. I can honestly say the adoption process was seamless. They perform a background check on the…

    Jenna P.

  • I cannot thank this wonderful sanctuary enough! These people make an incredible difference in animals lives that they save from all over the area. Most of the dogs/cats are in terrible shape…

    Mindy S.

  • Highest level care and kindness available for rescues. We got our senior pup here and are so very thankful for the work they do. They live their mission and vision in their…

    Kimberly D.

  • This animal rescue is amazing! The love and care they have for animals is the gold standard. The people at this rescue have the animals best interest at heart and always do…

    Sandra Vavalle

  • I adopted a puppy one year ago from this rescue. As time went on, I discovered that the puppy was not a good fit for me. A&F provided so much support to…

    Joyce G.

  • I have adopted 3 dogs from this rescue. Always and Furever always puts the animals' welfare first and foremost. For them it's never about money and financial gain but is always about…

    Kathy H.

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