As a foster-based rescue organization, PNW Cattle Dog Rescue relies on the dedication of our foster homes and volunteers for day-to-day operations. Cattle dogs coming from local shelters or from out-of-state will need time to decompress and adjust to their new environment. Foster homes provide stability and care during this time of transition.

Interested in becoming a foster home? Please read What is fostering? FAQS about becoming a foster home and fill out the application below. Email us with any questions!

Not quite ready to foster? We have plenty of remote & in-person volunteer opportunities! Let us know by submitting a volunteer interest form or by emailing our volunteer on-boarding team.


Foster Home Application
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If you're outside Washington or Oregon, please select "N/A"
Applicant must be 18 years or older.
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List any pets that live in your home

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How will you handle the following potential behavioral issues with your foster dog?

These answers won’t make or break your application. It gives us a starting point. We want to ensure that you’re matched with an appropriate dog and that you receive the necessary training as new foster home. Every foster home is matched with a professional positive reinforcement trainer while fostering with PNWCDR.

PNWCDR believes that force-free training methods are the way to gain trust, build a relationship, and modify behavior. We will provide you with free training support from professional trainers while you are fostering.
After submitting your application, you’re welcome to email photos of your backyard, any “dog areas” of your home, any current pets, etc to help us get an idea of the foster environment. This can help expedite the processing of your foster application.
Please register at the hub after completing this form (hub.pnwcdr.org)

Please send us at least one (1) photo or video of your pets, household, home or yard

Feel free to send us more then one! (Up to 5 files) These help us expedite your foster application.
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