thinking of starting a rescue

[Salix]

It starts with a little spark... If you have the will, you'll find the way. I think this is a beautiful thought and please keep us updated.

[MicheleMarie]

Originally Posted by Salix

It starts with a little spark... If you have the will, you'll find the way. I think this is a beautiful thought and please keep us updated.

that's what sums up i was going to say.
dive in head first with no expectations (it's how i started my business!). get contacts in the area of other shelters/rescues/foster homes to keep on file for reference and help.

[Germanshepherdlova]

I think you have a wonderful idea! If you decide to do it, best wishes.

[Salix]

Shortly after I posted this last night I realized this thread is a great inspiration to me. I don't think I would realistically find the time to research the policies, legalities, ins and outs, let alone run a shelter or rescue but I think it is a great thing to offer our services in another way. I had never thought of being a foster or donating considerable amounts of time to helping these places keep going but I'll definitely give this more thought.

[gsdraven]

Originally Posted by Salix

I had never thought of being a foster or donating considerable amounts of time to helping these places keep going but I'll definitely give this more thought.

Fostering is incredibly rewarding. Best of luck to you.