Secrets To PET Foster Program Success

1. Which of the following is not a good way to retain foster families?

Say “thank you” often.

Be responsive to their concerns.

Try not to bother them by including them in organizational events.

Respect and trust their opinions.

Spotlight them in stories.

Secrets To PET Foster Program Success - Quiz

What if your shelter or rescue group had a long list of people wanting to foster pets for you? San Francisco-based Muttville Senior Dog Rescue has been successful in that and more. Sherri Franklin, Founder and Executive Director, Laurie Routhier, Director of Operations, and Marie Macaspac, Director of Marketing and... see moreCommunications, discuss: Muttville's secrets for finding amazing foster homes; how to set fosters up for success; what you can learn from your foster families; resources to help them find homes for the dogs they're fostering; what to do if your foster home isn't doing a good job; the truth about "foster failures;" and how to make sure your foster families are happy and feel part of your work. see less

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I certify that I have viewed the entire presentation.

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3. What is the role of a Muttville's mentor?

To have one-on-one interactions with foster caregivers

To have regular check-in’s with foster caregivers

To listen to and address concerns

To do the real work for foster caregivers

To manage every decision

A, B and C

A, D and E

All of the above

4. Muttville suggests to give foster families some, but not all, needed supplies in order to make foster caregivers feel more accountable.

True

False

5. Which of the following accurately describes Muttville's approach to include foster caregivers in the adoption process?

Foster caregivers should not have direct communication with adoption applicants.

Foster caregivers should have an implicit role in the adoption process.

Foster caregivers should never be held accountable for the success of an adoption.

Foster caregivers are not the best at adoption counseling because of their emotional relationship to the animal.

All of the above.

None of the above.

7. Which of the following can boost dog adoptions?

Adopt me vests

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