# Fostering Animals

> Fostering provides a temporary home with agreed responsibilities and support.

Source: https://panduanhewan.org/en/guides/fostering-animals/ · Updated 19 September 2026 · English · Bahasa Indonesia: https://panduanhewan.org/id/panduan/foster-hewan/
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## Agree on your commitment

Describe your availability, experience, home, and existing animals. Ask about the animal’s particular needs and whether the placement length may change.

## Put arrangements in writing

Clarify who provides food, pays for care, chooses the clinic, and makes emergency decisions. Record the coordinator’s contact and a plan if you cannot continue.

## Keep communication clear

Follow the organisation’s guidance and keep simple daily records. Do not independently advertise the animal for adoption or change care without agreement. Wildlife fostering requires specialised authorisation.

## A local starting point

BAWA describes a foster programme on its official site. Contact the team about matching and the support actually available when you apply.

## Sources & references

1. [RSPCA — Fostering animals](https://www.rspca.org.uk/findapet/foster)
2. [BAWA — Adopt and foster](https://bawabali.com/adopt-and-foster/)

## Keep exploring

- [Bali Animal Welfare Association (BAWA)](https://panduanhewan.org/en/organisations/bawa/)
- [Responsible Cat and Dog Adoption](https://panduanhewan.org/en/guides/adopting-cats-dogs/)
- [Animal Safety During Disasters](https://panduanhewan.org/en/emergency/animals-in-disasters/)

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Cite: PanduanHewan. (2026). Fostering Animals. PanduanHewan.org. https://panduanhewan.org/en/guides/fostering-animals/