I foster because dogs like Twist deserve more. She was abused, starved, neurologically impaired and her back had healed improperly after being broken. She was going to be transferred to another shelter, so I decided to adopt her.  Despite everything, Twist was the happiest soul I’ve ever known. She taught me what resilience looks like and what a second chance can mean. Her body eventually gave out from her spine condition, but she was happy dog, who loved life and was loved. Now I foster to give that same chance to other dogs – those who are overlooked, misunderstood, or labeled “too much”. Through fostering, I help them find safety, healing and love. Every dog I take in is a promise that their past won’t define their future.
Twist got her second chance. I foster so others can too!

by volunteer Ashley I.