How to Foster Dogs by Pat Miller (Dogwise Publishing, 168 pages) $15.95
There are many reasons for a dog to be in need of a foster home and there are as many reasons to help one.
A temporary home can be the bridge from a bad situation to a positive environment.
Making that journey is not always easy but there are steps that can be taken to be better prepared for the responsibility of fostering a pet. Pat Miller has been a longtime advocate for animals, has published five books on dog behaviour and from her extensive knowledge has put together an excellent guide to fostering.
Miller offers detailed advice on bringing the foster dog into your home, introducing the newcomer to your pets, interacting with other dogs, diet suggestions, grooming, exercise and much more.
In each discussion Miller provides clear instructions on how to manage the dog and the situation. She includes sections on dealing with problem behaviour that includes barking, fearfulness and aggression.
Completing the topics is the final chapter that addresses your sadness when it is time to say goodbye to your foster dog.
