Adoption Questions
Can I do a meet & greet with my current pet prior to committing to adopting?
Yes! We encourage meet and greets with your current pet to ensure a good fit for everyone who is affected by bringing a new pet into the home. However, please know that pet-to-pet meet and greets are not always a clear representation of how two pets will behave in a home together. As stated before, please remember a good rule of thumb is it takes an adopted pet 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn your routine and 3 months to start to feel at home. It’s during these periods of time that you, as the new owner and pack leader, need to be observant of the pet’s behavior and interactions. They will not “figure it out” on their own; they need your guidance.
What if I adopt a pet and it does not work out in my home?
If you adopt a pet and once in your home you find he/she is not a good fit, please let us know and we will take them back into the rescue. Please remember a good rule of thumb is it takes an adopted pet 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to start to know your routine and 3 months to start to feel at home.
I'd like to adopt a pet as a present for a family member/friend, is this possible?
No, this is not possible as the person who will own the pet needs to be the one applying, providing all their information and doing the meet and greet with the pet.
How much does it cost to adopt?
Adoption fees depend on many different factors including, but not limited to, breed, age and known medical issues, and can range from $300 to $1,500.
What medical issues could I expect if I adopt a Bulldog?
Bulldogs tend to be “high maintenance” they have a tendency to be overwhelming both emotionally and financially for new pet owners. Any bulldog owner needs to be prepared for the following: A great deal of financial responsibility, pet insurance, high quality food and dietary supplements, daily cleaning care of skin folds, high potential of food and environmental allergies, higher risk of orthopedic problems, high risk of overheating & exercise exhaustion, breathing abnormalities, potential need for a pet trainer, and strong leadership/ownership due to behavioral stubbornness.
Can I adopt if I do not live in California?
Yes! We happily adopt out-of-state if your home is the best fit for the pet in question. All out-of-state adopters are responsible for making travel arrangements to either drive or fly the pet back home. If flying, we need proof that the pet will be in the cabin as we do not allow pets to fly cargo. Junebug Foundation DOES NOT ship pets.
What is the process to adopt a rescue pet?
All interested adopters need to fill out an application on our website. Applications are reviewed by a volunteer adoption coordinator, and occasionally by the foster as well. If the information you provided in your application indicates that you might be a good match for the pet, we will contact you with next steps. Next steps can include, but are not limited to, phone interviews, providing pictures and videos of your home and all areas the pet will have access to, reference checks, and setting up a meet and greet. Please note that if you reside in a rented residence, you will be asked to provide proof that you have landlord permission to have a pet (or another pet if you already have one) in your home. Proof can be a copy of the rental agreement or a letter from your landlord. Please also note we ask that all pets in your household are spayed and neutered.
Foster Questions
What is the process to foster a pet?
All interested fosters need to fill out an application on our website. Applications are reviewed by a volunteer foster coordinator. If the information you provided in your application indicates that you might be a good potential foster, we will contact you with next steps. Next steps can include, but are not limited to, phone interviews, providing pictures and videos of your home and all areas the pet will have access to, and reference checks. Please note that if you reside in a rented residence, you will be asked to provide proof that you have landlord permission to have a pet/cat (or another pet/cat if you already have one) in your home. Proof can be a copy of the rental agreement or a letter from your landlord. Please also note that we ask that all pets in the household are fixed.
Where can I find the list of pets that need to be fostered?
We do not have pets that are looking for fosters listed anywhere, most of them come into rescue and are placed into a foster home almost immediately with people who have already applied online. We post on our social media asking for fosters for specific pets as well.
Can I foster if I do not live in California?
As an Northern California based rescue, most of our resources and partnerships exist within this area. Since our fosters often need regular vet visits to address medical conditions as well as regular general health maintenance we do try and keep our fosters located close to the rescue. Additionally, placing a foster outside of Northern California can be difficult in the event things do not work out for some reason, it can be very difficult and costly to get the pet back into our care.
If I foster a pet, how long will the pet be in my home?
Most pets remain in their foster home for 2-4 months. Depending on any medical issues and length of time it takes to find the perfect home, sometimes this can be longer.
What does it cost to foster a pet?
Junebug Foundation will cover all medical and food expenses, so really it’s just love, care and a good home that you will need to be able to provide!
How do I get a refill on supplies (food, potty pads, etc)?
We ask that you reach out and notify us you are due for supplies at least 3-4 days prior to running out. This gives us time to ship you the products that you need. Occasionally we ask that you pick it up and send us the receipt for reimbursement.
What if I foster a pet and it does not work out in my home?
If you foster a pet and once in your home you find he/she is not a good fit please let us know and we will find them a home that is a better fit.
What are my responsibilities as a foster?
It goes without saying that we ask our fosters to provide love, care and a safe environment for our pets. However, you will also play a crucial role in our whole adoption process! Since we often know very little about a pet due to the various ways in which they enter our rescue, you are the ones who really get to know them, their personalities, their likes/dislikes, and other little quirks they may have. You will be asked to help us write a bio on them, provide feedback on adoption applicants and bring your pet to meet & greets with a potential adopter. You will be required to send regular picture and video updates on your foster, the more often your pet is seen, the better chance they have at finding their perfect home in a timely manner. And, as a rescue that deals with a lot of medical pets, you will need to be available to take your pet to the vet and/or specialist as needed to keep them in the best health possible.
What if I'm fostering a pet and I have an upcoming vacation?
No problem! Just contact your foster coordinator as soon as possible so we can make necessary arrangements to have your foster cared for while you are away. We are also happy to consider a trusted family member or friend should you have one that would like to pet sit for you.
As a foster home, am I a part of the adoption process for my foster pet?
Since you are the one who spends the most time learning about your pet and the environment that would be the best fit, we need you to be a part of the process. You’re the person who is best equipped to speak on their behalf! Some people are more involved than others, however, at the minimum you will need to help in writing a bio for the adoption listing, give feedback on applicants that have already been reviewed by Junebug Foundation and possibly conduct meet and greets with potential adopters.
Can I adopt my foster pet?
Our foster homes are an essential part of Junebug Foundation. Without fosters, we could not save any of the pets that find their way to us. Foster homes are usually given first priority when it is time to place the pet in their forever home, however, there are certain situations in which this is not the case. Sometimes a pet will be placed in foster and a potential adopter is already lined up, or a previous adopter will express interest and may be given a priority, so in these instances the foster home wouldn’t be allowed to adopt. Otherwise, you’d be given the opportunity. There will be an adoption fee even if you have been fostering the pet.