• $28

Foster-Ready: Learn to foster dogs successfully!

  • Course
  • 22 Lessons

Whether you're new to fostering, feeling overwhelmed, or a rescue/shelter looking to set your fosters up for success, this course gives you the tools to foster peacefully and confidently from day one!

You’re currently fostering a dog or thinking about it...

Maybe you're feeling like you're in over your head... 🥴

Or you're JUST nervous about bringing a dog into your home...

This course will set you up for success! 💪

Teach you EVERYTHING you need to know to foster dogs peacefully!

Here's why you need this course ⬇️

Bringing a new and unknown dog into your home can be rough without ALL the training information. You're likely to experience...

Fostering a dog can be challenging, and you might experience things like:

  • Jumping on people and furniture

  • Having accidents in the house

  • Digging and chewing on anything within reach

  • Displaying fear or anxiety

  • Snatching food from tables or counters

  • Destroying household items

  • Barking and lunging during walks

  • Showing aggression towards other pets or children

But don’t worry, help is available!

Why are these problems time-sensitive?

It only takes one time for a dangerous or loss of a loved product!  I would LOVE for you to start at day zero and set fostering up to be 100% successful and easy! 

Breaking Down This Course Into Lessons:

Here Is What You and Your Foster Dog Will Learn in this Course!

SETTING UP FOR SUCCESS:

  • Preparing the home

  • Setting up the yard

POTTY, CRATE AND BARRIER TRAINING:

  • Potty Training Basics

  • Crate Training Tips

  • Pen (Barrier) Training

LEARN TO UNDERSTAND DOGS:

  • Reading Body Language

  • Reducing Jumping Behavior

  • Teaching Dogs to Share Food and Toys (Resource Guarding)

HOW DOGS LEARN:

  • Understanding How Dogs Learn (and How They Don’t)

  • Treat Prepping for Training

LEACHING DOGS TO WALK WITHOUT PULLING:

  • Helping Dogs Feel Comfortable with a Harness

  • Staying Calm Around the Leash

  • How to Walk and Stay Engaged on a Leash

INTRODUCING NEW FRIENDS: 🐩👩‍🎤🤠

  • Introducing to New Humans

  • Treat-and-Retreat for Shy or Nervous Dogs

  • Introducing New Dogs

  • Addressing Reactivity (Barking/Lunging)

  • Engage-Disengage Game for Focus

Are you ready get started?

Frequently asked questions

You've got questions. We've got answers.

Why is crate training important?

Crate training provides a safe space for your dog and helps with potty training, preventing destructive behavior, and reducing anxiety. It’s about creating a positive and comfortable environment, not punishment.

Is there support if I have questions during the course?

Absolutely! Resources are available, support from trainers, and a community of other foster dog parents and dog parents sharing their experiences.

Will the course help with leash training?

Yes, there is a dedicated section on teaching your foster dog to walk comfortably on a leash, including techniques to prevent pulling and to encourage engagement during walks.

What if I’m fostering a particularly shy or fearful dog?

The course includes strategies for working with shy or fearful dogs, focusing on building confidence, slow exposure, and positive reinforcement to create a trusting bond.

How long is the course?

This course spans weeks to months, depending on each dog and handler. You have the choice to go as slow or as fast as you'd like, making it flexible to fit your schedule and your foster dog’s needs.