We Need Foster Homes!
We typically have about 80 dogs in our care at any given time. We also typically have up to 15 dogs waiting to get into foster homes.
POMDR provides supplies such as crate, bed, collar, harness, leash, id tag, bowls, toys, flea prevention. We also cover all medical expenses. We ask that our foster homes provide the food and a loving, safe home until your foster dog is adopted.
Fostering is a wonderful way to help dogs left behind find their forever homes. You may also want to foster as a way of finding the perfect match for your home if you are looking to add a dog to your family. Click here for more information about volunteering and fostering and to fill out an online volunteer questionnaire.
Some dogs in our program are very popular, and multiple foster volunteers may be interested in fostering the same one. If the dog you are interested in is no longer available, please be patient, many others still need a foster home. Please note that some dogs may have medical or behavioral needs, which will be disclosed (if known) when you inquire about them. Thank you for your patience.
The following dogs need foster homes:
Female, 12 years old (estimated), 7 pounds
Potion is joining POMDR from Hitchcock Road Animal Services after it was determined she needed additional medical care due to her missing lower jaw.
Potion is still looking to join POMDR and would love a dedicated foster who can help her with her unique needs.If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Male, 11 years old (estimated), 15 pounds
Edgar Allan Paw settles in quickly and greets every person with enthusiasm and love. He joined POMDR from Sacramento Animal Care and Regulation when they determined his senior status would make him a better fit here.
Edgar Allan Paw is currently cozied up in a doggy suite, awaiting his foster family. Can you help him write his next big story?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Female, 11 years old (estimated), 7 pounds
Lucy also does wonderfully with other dogs and would be happy to have a canine companion. She's the kind of girl who doesn't need a lot of fuss. Just a cozy spot, some love, and her people nearby. If you're looking for a sweet, easygoing little companion with a whole lot of love to give, Lucy may be your girl!
Lucy came to us from Bradshaw Animal Shelter in Sacramento where she was surrendered by her guardian.
Lucy is currently curled up in a cozy doggie suite with us but this doesn't compare to the love of a home. Can she stay with you?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Female, 9 years old (estimated), 50 pounds
A proper lady, she's great on leash and knows her basic obedience. She is also crate trained! With her previous guardian, she would go to work, lighting up the day for everyone who saw her.
Despite her name, she's not scary at all! Boo is a big love looking for her next place to call home--just no cats, please. She promises no tricks, only treats! She is joining POMDR after her guardian could no longer care for her.
Boo is a big girl and needs a foster home before she can officially join the POMDR family. Can this girl curl up on your couch?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Male, 7 years old (estimated), 10 pounds
Salem is the perfect size for cozying up beside you and would love to find a forever home where he can enjoy all the good things in life: soft beds, leisurely days, plenty of attention, and a family to call his own. No tricks, just treats: Salem is ready to make his happily-ever-after happen. Could you be the person he's been waiting for?
Salem came to us from Bradshaw Animal Shelter in Sacramento after being found as a stray.
Salem will be joining our program shortly and looking for a cozy landing spot. Can he stay with you? If you are interested in giving this sweet senior a loving landing spot, please reach out today!
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Male, 15 years old (estimated), 30 pounds
Barnabas joins us from San Jose Animal Care & Services. Due to his senior status, they felt that he would do best in a rescue setting to find his forever home.
Barnabas will be joining our program shortly and looking for a cozy landing spot. Can he stay with you? If you are interested in giving this sweet senior a loving landing spot, please reach out today!
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Female, 9 years old (estimated), 10 pounds
Despite whatever she's been through, Loretta is an absolute sweetheart. She's easygoing, gentle, and gets along well with other dogs. She doesn't ask for much- just a comfy bed, some tasty snacks, a little companionship, and someone who will make sure she feels safe and loved from here on out.
Miss Loretta joins us from Hitchcock Road Animal Services after she was found as a stray. Due to her medical need and her senior status, they felt that she would do best in a rescue setting to find her forever home.
Loretta is currently cozied up in a doggy suite, awaiting her foster family. If you are interested in giving this sweet senior a loving landing spot, please reach out today!
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Female, 10 years old (estimated), 70 pounds
Miss Cream Cheese joins us from Hitchcock Road Animal Services after she was picked up as a stray. Due to her senior status, they felt she was best suited to join a senior focused rescue.
Cream Cheese is looking for a smooth landing spot. Do you have room for a big girl in your home and in your heart? She is still at our local shelter. We're looking to secure a foster home for her before we can welcome her into our program. If you are interested in fostering her, please reach out today.
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Female, 7 years old (estimated), 31 pounds
Vanna is crate-trained and knows her basic commands -- clearly she's ready to be your top star. She just needs a little TLC to shine again. She's the perfect level of energy. Whether she's settling by your side or going for a walk, she's up for it!
Vanna joined POMDR after her guardian was no longer able to care for her.
Vanna White is looking to join POMDR on 9/2. Due to the severity of her skin condition, she will spend a little time in a comfortable doggy suite before heading off to foster to finish recovering and rehearsing for her big return! Can you help her get back to center stage?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Male, 11 years old (estimated), 16 pounds
Peter Piper is all about keeping things easy-breezy, with gentle affection, chill vibes, and a bit of a tongue twist. He does not need much to be happy, just a loving human and a forever home to call his own.
Peter Piper came to us from Hitchcock Road Animal Services after being found as a stray.
Peter Piper is currently curled up in a cozy doggie suite with us but this doesn't compare to the love of a home. Can he stay with you?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Male, 6 years old (estimated), 10 pounds
With his loving nature and easygoing spirit, Kenji would make a wonderful companion for someone looking to add a little extra joy to their life. He's ready to share plenty of tail wags, cuddles, and unconditional love with his forever family!
Kenji came to us after his guardian found they could no longer care for their dogs and surrendered them to a local shelter.
Kenji is currently in a loving foster home and just needs a place to stay while they're away. Can he come and stay with you?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Female, 7 years old (estimated), 27 pounds
She enjoys interviewing adults, children, and other dogs, though she's yet to meet a cat. She is also crate-trained and knows her basic commands. Barbara is still peppy and ready to get back into interview shape! Lights! Camera! Foster!
Barbara Walters joined POMDR after her guardian was no longer able to care for her.
Barbara is looking to join POMDR on 9/2 and is hoping to go straight to a foster! Can you help her get back on-screen?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Female, 8 years old (estimated), 16 pounds
Relish enjoys being near her people, finding cozy spots to tuck into, and taking in the world with quiet interest. She's the kind of small dog who settles in and quickly becomes part of the rhythm of the home. Relish would prefer a quiet home without too much going on and would benefit from a patient family helping her find her new rhythm after raising three lovely puppies.
After arriving from Front Street Animal Shelter in Sacramento, where she came in as a stray, we discovered that Relish was pregnant! She has now raised her little ones and is ready to find her forever family and be pampered like the princess that she is!
Now that her puppies have flown the coop, Relish is ready for some well-deserved 'me time'! Can she stay with you while she waits for her forever home?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Male, 9 years old (estimated), 15 pounds
Whether he's trotting along on a stroll or curling up for a cozy nap, Kelpie is simply happy to be by your side. Kelpie could use a little extra guidance. While he typically gets along with dogs, he is leash reactive, and he takes a little while to warm up to strangers. Kelpie would do best with an experienced guardian who is ready to show him the world isn't so scary! He likes to communicate with his mouth, so he would do best in an adult-only home.
Kelpie came to us from Santa Cruz County Animal Services after his guardian could no longer care for him.
Kelpie is looking for a special someone ready to teach him new skills! He could use a little extra patience as he learns that the world isn't such a scary place.
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.
Male, 13 years old (estimated), 10 pounds
He is on inexpensive medications for Cushing's disease and low thyroid. Luckily, he is a champ at taking his meds!
He does very well around other dogs and is super food motivated! Besides meal time and snack time, Mattie also loves his naps. He loves to wander around the yard and explore the house. He doesn't really need leash walks. He gets his steps in around the house! He does just fine being left at home, and would likely get along fine with cat friends.
Mattie joined us from Los Banos Animal Services after being found as a stray. They realized it was in Mattie's best interest to land with a senior dog rescue. We're happy to report that Mattie is on the path to a whole new life! Can you be his forever home?
Mattie is a loving, easy-going guy but needs to move foster homes soon. Can he stay with you?
If you are interested in fostering and you are already a POMDR volunteer, email us. If you are interested in fostering and are not a volunteer yet, please fill out a volunteer application. Or, if you're interested in adopting, fill out an adoption questionnaire.









