URGENT CALL TO FOSTER: MAMA AND 12 PUPPIES
This past Friday, 08/23, a very pregnant momma dog was brought into our care, and we knew she needed help immediately. That same night, she gave birth to an incredible 12 puppies in the home of one of our amazing foster volunteers. Now we urgently need more help to ensure this little family gets the care and attention they need. If you can help, please contact our foster care department at (520) 327-6088 EXT 148, or email them at foster@hssaz.org.
Here's How You Can Help
We are looking for a foster home that can take in this momma and her 12 puppies for the next 5-6 weeks. This is a critical time as the puppies need to be with their mother until they are old enough to start eating on their own. They need a champion who can take them all in right now and keep them together for the next six weeks. If that's you, call or email us today!
Once we get this mom and her puppies through these critical next six weeks, the family can transition into smaller groups to other foster homes. If you can help foster a few puppies after the initial 6 weeks, we encourage you to reach out now.
Donate To Support This Lifesaving Work
Your donation directly supports all of the lifesaving work we do at the Humane Society of Southern Arizona (HSSA). Donations help ensure that our foster volunteers have all the supplies and support they need to care for animals like this momma and her 12 puppies. From nutritious food to cozy bedding, we provide everything necessary for their care. Your generosity also helps us deliver essential medical care to pets, including vaccines, preventative treatments, spay/neuter services, and microchipping - ensuring every puppy is set up for a healthy future. By donating today, you become a hero for these vulnerable animals, giving them the best chance at a happy, healthy life.
This isn’t just any fostering situation—it’s a vital, life-saving commitment.
Newborn puppies are incredibly vulnerable in their first few weeks of life, relying entirely on their mother and a safe environment for survival. This critical period shapes their health, development, and ability to thrive. By providing a secure and loving home, you’re not just offering shelter—you’re giving these puppies the foundation they need for a healthy, happy future. Your support during this crucial time is invaluable, ensuring that these little ones grow strong and resilient under the care they desperately need.
Become a Foster Today
By opening your heart and home to a foster dog you contribute to their well-being and development. We provide all the supplies and support you need to help your foster dog thrive. The impact you make by fostering will help these deserving dogs adjust, and build confidence.
To get started, fill out our volunteer application form and select Foster Care in the volunteer opportunities box. For questions about becoming a foster, please call (520) 327-6088 ex. 148.