Found the perfect foster match for your pets? PawPlacer makes it easy to assign pets to foster homes while tracking capacity and care history. Here's how to make these important connections.
Finding Your Foster
Start in the Fosters tab of your sidebar, where you can:
- Use the search bar to quickly locate specific fosters
- Browse through available foster profiles
- Click on a foster's profile to view their details and current capacity
Making the Match
Once you're in the foster's profile, assigning pets is straightforward:
Single Pet Assignment
- Use the pet selector on the right side of the profile
- Choose your pet from the available list
- Set the expected fostering dates
- Click Assign to confirm
Multiple Pet Assignment
Need to assign several pets to the same foster? You can:
- Select multiple pets at once using the pet selector
- Set dates for each pet individually
- Assign them all with a single click
PawPlacer automatically updates the foster's capacity as you make assignments.
Tracking Foster Care
Keep an eye on your foster's performance through their profile stats:
Current Status
- Number of pets currently in their care
- Available capacity
- Active assignments
Historical Data
- Total pets fostered
- Number of successful releases
- Average length of foster stays
- Previous foster experiences
These insights help you make informed decisions about future assignments and ensure the best possible care for your pets.
Pro Tips
- Review the foster's preferences before making assignments
- Consider the foster's experience level with different types of pets
- Keep an eye on length-of-stay patterns to help with planning
- Document any special circumstances or successes in the foster's notes
Remember, you can always adjust assignments if needed - PawPlacer makes it simple to transfer or release pets as circumstances change.