Resources

Adoption guides

• Preparing your home: Create a quiet space with food, water, litter or potty plan, and safe toys.
• First 3-3-3 rule: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn routine, 3 months to feel at home.
• Vet care: Schedule a wellness check within the first 2 weeks.

Foster toolkit

• Supply checklist: food, crates, litter, cleaning supplies, basic meds as provided.
• Behavior tips: reward calm, keep routines, slow introductions to resident pets.
• Emergency plan: know your rescue contact and nearest 24/7 clinic.

Emergency and reporting

• If you find injured wildlife: contact your local wildlife rehab center.
• To report abuse or neglect: contact animal control or local authorities.
• Poisoning: call your vet or a poison hotline immediately.