Finding a Foster Agency

We’ve made it easy to connect with trusted foster agencies in the Bay Area. Whether you’re looking for short-term or long-term fostering, there’s an organization that fits your needs.  Application steps may differ by agency. Click on an agency to learn more about their specific foster program.

How It Works

  1. Browse Agencies – Explore our list of foster agencies in the Bay Area.

  2. Find the Right Fit – Each agency has different guidelines, requirements, and available pets.

  3. Apply to Foster – Click on an agency to learn more and start your foster journey.

San Francisco

Golden Retriever lying on a sidewalk with greenery and a building in the background.

Muttville Senior Dog Rescue

Dogs (Typically age 7yrs +)

Specializes in rescuing senior dogs from shelters. Runs Seniors-for-Seniors, a program matching senior dogs with senior humans.

A dog lying on the ground outdoors with mountains in the background on a sunny day.

Rocketdog

Dogs

Excels in homing undersocialized or behaviorally challenged dogs who may need additional training before adoption. With an emphasis on homing pit bulls and bully breeds, who are often overlooked in shelters.

A brown and white dog lying next to a tabby cat.

San Francisco SPCA

Dogs • Cats • Puppies • Kittens

Provides additional resources for people experiencing housing insecurity to keep pets and owners together.

Cute kitten sitting on a soft blanket near a window.

Toni’s Kitty Rescue

Cats • Kittens

Specializes in rescuing senior dogs from shelters. Runs Seniors-for-Seniors, a program matching senior dogs with senior humans.

Cat and dog lying on floor, heads resting together in a cozy manner.

East Bay

East Bay SPCA

Dogs • Cats • Puppies • Kittens

Offer specialized care and behavioral rehabilitation to prepare each animal for a successful, permanent home

Oakland, CA

Cute brown puppy sitting on sandy beach with blue sky background.

Milo Foundation

Dogs • Cats • Puppies • Kittens

A dedicated facility in Point Richmond and a sanctuary in Mendocino, where fosters live freely until finding their forever home.

Point Richmond, CA

North Bay

White fluffy dog joyfully running on grass

Family Dog Rescue

Dogs • Puppies

Rescues dogs of all breeds, backgrounds, and personalities in California, with emphasis in placing homes for dogs with disabilities.

Sonoma, CA

Orange tabby cat lying on a wooden table, looking up with alert expression.

Marin Cat Connection

Cats • Kittens

Specializes in rescuing abandoned cats or those surrendered by owners who can no longer keep them.

Tiburon, CA

Cat being petted under chin

Marin Humane

Cats • Kittens • Small Pets

Focuses on a wide range of animals including those requiring medical attention, behavioral training and socialization.

Novato, CA