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Dog Fostering 101

Jackie Adams
Animal Welfare
Dog Fostering
Fostering Dogs
Fostering
Dog Behavior
Canine Behavior
Dogs
3-3-3 Rule
Fear Free
Maddie's Fund
Pet Advocacy
Foster Care
Body Language
Compassion Fatigue
Pet Training
Stress Signals
Cooperative Care
Dog Health
Foster Dog Adjustment
Decompression

If you’re new to fostering, thinking about fostering, or already in the thick of it with a dog who’s unsure, overwhelmed, or completely shut down, you’re in the right place. You’ll hear simple, practical, compassionate guidance to help you feel confident from day one without spending hours digging through the internet for answers. Foster Fast Track episodes on Tuesdays: quick, under-15-minute less... more

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Puppies are often seen as the "easy" fosters because they are small, cute, and lack a long behavioral history. However, the reality of fostering a young dog like Forrest is that it requires constant attention, structure, and a deep understanding of c... more

In this episode, we explore the emotional and practical side of managing separation anxiety in foster dogs, featuring the story of a recent foster named Mama Olive. Separation anxiety is often misunderstood as clinginess or disobedience, but it is ac... more

Think your dogs need to be "best friends" the second they meet? Think again. In this episode, we break down why the standard face-to-face greeting is actually the highest-pressure environment you can create for a dog. We dive into the biological and ... more

In this episode, we dive into a vulnerable and uncomfortable realization about the reality of dog fostering: sometimes, our version of "kindness" is actually a disservice to the animals we love. Sharing personal experiences with foster dogs Simon and... more

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Tori Williams
Animal welfare leader with experience directing shelter veterinary services and consulting on building resilient teams.
Episode: Compassion Fatigue & Emotional Sustainability - From a Shelter-Leadership Perspective
Devin Amundsen
Canine behavior educator known for translating behavioral science and stress physiology into practical guidance for foster caregivers and shelters.
Free Dog Trainers
Episode: Stress Stacking: Why Foster Dogs Seem to Regress- and What's Really Happening
Dr. Patricia McConnell
World-renowned canine behaviorist and best-selling author
Episode: Reading Dogs — And How Fosters Can Use That Power
Patricia McConnell
Animal behaviorist and author
Episode: The Common Mistakes Fosters Don’t Realize They’re Making — and the Simple Fixes
Kelly Duer
Works with Maddie's Fund, supporting foster care initiatives and community-based programs for shelters and rescues.
Maddie's Fund
Episode: The State of Dog Fostering in America: What New Fosters Need to Know
Dr. Lisa Gunter
Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech and canine welfare researcher
Virginia Tech
Episode: Why Dog Fostering Creates Real Transformations — Backed by Research
Grace Phillips
MS student in the Animal Behavior and Welfare Group at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech
Episode: Why Dog Fostering Creates Real Transformations — Backed by Research
Cara Achterberg
Writer, advocate, and leading storyteller of the fostering movement
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Episode: How Fostering Can Change a Dog’s Life (And Yours)

Hosts

Jackie Adams
Host of Dog Fostering 101; Foster mom and learning and development professional.
Dr. Jennifer Merlo
Vice President of Veterinary Affairs for Fear Free; provides veterinary and welfare perspectives.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 ratings
  • So Grateful For Jackie

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    Jackie exemplifies what true foster care should be. When Simon entered her home, he was fearful, timid, and lacked trust due to a difficult past. Through her patience, structure, and unwavering commitment, Jackie helped him rebuild confidence and learn to trust again.

    She worked with Simon daily, providing the consistency, reassurance, and care he needed to heal emotionally. Because of her dedication, Simon is now a loving, well-adjusted dog who thrives in a home environment and is ... more

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    LisaDDavis67
    United States4 months ago

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High-quality guests who bring credible expertise to real-world fostering.
Compassionate and practical guidance for fostering that listeners can apply immediately.
Focus on caregiver well-being and ethical fostering practices is consistently praised.

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Stress Stacking: Why Foster Dogs Seem to Regress- and What's Really Happening
Q: What reassurance would you offer to fosters worried about progress?
Slow and steady wins the race; taking things slowly increases clarity and allows dogs to recover between training sessions.
Stress Stacking: Why Foster Dogs Seem to Regress- and What's Really Happening
Q: What should new fosters keep in mind to help dogs relieve stress?
New fosters should set appropriate expectations and create a calm environment for the dog, allowing them time to decompress and gradually adapting to new challenges.
Reading Dogs — And How Fosters Can Use That Power
Q: What are some behaviors aspiring or new fosters should keep in mind?
Fosters should be observant of subtle dog signals, allow dogs to approach at their own pace, and create a calm routine to ease their stress.
Reading Dogs — And How Fosters Can Use That Power
Q: What inspired you to explore this theme through fiction?
I wanted to switch from writing non-fiction to fiction, and it was challenging but the protagonist being an animal behaviorist naturally integrated canine behavior knowledge into the storyline.
The Fear Free Foster: Building Trust Through Comfort, Consent, and Choice
Q: What is the 3-3-3 rule?
The 3-3-3 rule suggests that the first three days should be about decompression with no expectations, the next three weeks involve gentle introductions to new experiences, and three months is the key time to see blossoming personalities.

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A practical show centered on dog fostering, behavior, and caregiver well-being. Episodes blend compassionate, science-informed guidance with real-world stakes—covering compassion fatigue, health signals in foster dogs, stress management, and ethical decisions around adoption and saying goodbye. Notable throughlines include emotional sustainability for caregivers, evidence-based training concepts, and collaboration with leading animal-welfare organizations. A standout feature is the consistent involvement of veterinary and behavior experts, plus practitioners who work directly with shelters and foster networks, which gives listeners actionable guidance they can apply in their own fostering journeys.

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