Friends of Strays is temporarily closed for adoptions following damage from Hurricane Milton. For other programs and services, please check the program pages.

Foster Resources

Thank you for opening your heart and home to a homeless pet! As a valued member of the Friends of Strays Foster Community, you play the most integral role in an animal's journey to their forever home. Below you can find resources to help make your foster pet's stay as successful as possible. 

If you have additional questions please email [email protected] or call 727-522-6566 ext 103

general foster resources

Foster Application
Emergency Contact Sheet
Foster Volunteer Code of Conduct
Adoption Through Foster Care
Forever Home Checklist
Marketing Your Foster Pet
Foster Report Card

Dog Foster Resources

Dog Foster Handbook

Important Information
Bite Protocol
Introducing Your Resident Dog
Scared Dog Handout
Dos And Donts


Cat foster resources

Cat Foster Manual

RESOURCES FOR AT-HOME KITTEN CARE

Kitten Lady – Kitten Care Booklet
Kitten Care Videos by Maddie’s Fund
Kitten Care – Routine Basics Video
Kitten Age Chart
Kitten Stool Chart
Help for Kitten Diarrhea
Kitten Feeding Chart – How Often to Feed Kittens and When
Kitten Foster Supply List

Kitten Lady How-To Videos: