6 Reasons Why You Should Seriously Consider Fostering Kittens

[joeybee12]

Some great news is coming out of Philadelphia this summer: Cat euthanasia rates have plummeted from where they were at this time last year. Sue Cosby, executive director of Philadelphia’s Animal Care and Control Team, told newsworks.com that euthanasia rates for kittens are down 72 percent and the overall euthanasia rate for cats is half of what it was last year. She attributes this to a grant that supported extended hours at the shelter and more foster homes for kittens.

Fostering kittens is incredibly rewarding and it saves lives. Here’s why.

1. It keeps kittens from getting sick

Shelters are not a good place for newborn kittens whose immune systems are still developing. The respiratory infections commonly found at shelters can easily kill a young kitten.

2. It makes room for other cats

Shelters need to take care of kittens until they’re old enough to be weaned and spayed or neutered. That’s usually at least eight weeks. Because they’re not available for adoption, these moms and litters take up cage space that could be used for cats who are ready to find homes. When kittens are fostered in private homes, it leaves more room for adult cats.



http://www.catster.com/lifestyle/cat-kitten-rescue-adoption-seriously-consider-fostering-kittens

[LoveMyCali]

1. It takes a special kind of person to foster kittens

I don't think I could ever give them up and would wind up on an episode of Animal Hoarders.

I admire people who can give these babies a chance for a good life.

[Xyzse]

2. I can see that.

I can't do it, since I have nieces and nephews that are allergic.

[LoveMyCali]

3. I got in trouble with my then 9-year-old niece

when I was adopting my boy Cali ( a ragdoll, very furry) because I told the SPCA volunteer that if anyone was allergic to him they could stay out of my house. She looked at me in surprise and said "what if it's me?" I told her I would see her at her house.

Yeah, I've been fighting the crazy cat lady label but ...

[Xyzse]

6. Ah, my niece and nephew are much younger than 9.

I do like cats though.
I have the same issue with dogs.

I'm not allergic, but they are.

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

5. Me, too! I'd be the neighborhood Cat Lady in no time.

Also, I'd be a wreck because sometimes those very little kittens don't survive and I'd be incredibly sad. I knew of someone who was fostering for awhile but finally gave it up for that reason. More power to those who can do this!

[shenmue]

4. Reasons: 1. Squee 2. Squee

3. Squee
4. Squee
5. Squee
6. Squee

[BrotherIvan]

13. DUzy!

[840high]

7. I have 8.

[joeybee12]

9. Slacker!

I have nine!

It does get out fo control, doesn't it???

[840high]

10. Oh yes. They are

so sweet and cute. 2 pregnant ones came to my door - had babies - kept them all. My condo association is getting after me - only 3 cats allowed.

[joeybee12]

12. Mine allow two, but so far I've been able to get away with it...

[Iggo]

8. Kittens are the most entertaining baby animals I've ever seen.

By far.

[Prophet 451]

11. Live stream of foster kitties

http://new.livestream.com/FosterKittenCam/TheFabulousFosters