Featured above is Pete. His favorite things are his Mom and Dad.

As a foster-based rescue, we are in constant need of responsible, caring foster homes. We depend on our foster homes to provide a loving, safe environment for each hound as they wait for their forever family.

While many of our fosters and volunteers reside in the Twin Cities area, our need for foster homes extends all over the state of Minnesota and encompasses all types of families, homes, and lifestyles.

Our foster home and adoption teams provides assistance and guidance whether you are fostering your first dog or you are an experienced foster. Fostering is an incredibly satisfying experience where you can make a direct impact in a basset hound's life. 

benefits of foster homes over shelters

As a foster-based rescue we are a network of volunteers spread all over the state of Minnesota. This allows us to be more agile and flexible than a brick and mortar location.  Providing a home environment to our hounds during their transition to a forever home is essential as it allows us an opportunity to get to know each dog in a natural setting and makes the transition to their new homes more seamless.

what is required of a foster home?

While you provide the love and the time, we will provide the funds and the guidance. Each hound will need daily care, veterinarian trips, training, and lots of snuggles. We won’t ask you to handle more than you feel comfortable with, and we will work with you and provide guidance every step of the way. All veterinary expenses and medications are covered by the rescue, and supplies like crates and belly bands can be provided.

how do i become a foster home?

Those interested in becoming an MNBR foster home should first read our Foster Home Policies.

Our foster home approval process includes four steps: application, vet or reference check, interview, and a home visit.

Current or recent pets must meet our veterinary requirements for a person to be eligible to foster. Applicants without current/recent pets are required to provide two non-family personal references. MNBR will verify acceptability of fostering with the landlord of applicants who rent or reside in an apartment, mobile home, or condominium.

Vetting Requirements for current or recent pets

Please ensure your pet(s) vaccinations are up-to-date BEFORE submitting your application. We will NOT process your application until your pets meet our vetting requirements. If your current or recent pets do not meet our vetting requirements prior to application your application may receive an automatic final rejection.

Contacting your veterinarian and informing them MNBR will be calling and that they have your permission to speak with us will help move the process along more quickly.

i'm a foster home, now what?

We depend on our foster homes not only to care for our dogs as if they were their own, but also to provide us with pictures and updates to help us find them a forever home. This includes filling out a Evaluation Form a few days after they've been in your home and again after they have had time to acclimate and show their true personality. This helps those looking for specific traits know a little more about the dog and if they'd make a good fit. We also want to know of any health or behavior changes to ensure they are healthy and happy.

Ready to Foster?

Please read our Foster Home Policies then fill out the Foster Home Application below. If you still have questions for concerns feel free to contact us.