This website is for existing Foster Parents- If you are not yet a Foster Parent for our Auckland, Mangere Centre and would like to apply, please do so through this link.
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See March 2026 adopted animals here!
How to Browse Available Animals
Explore the 'Available Foster Animals' page, to see who is needing a foster home.
Before applying, be sure to read each animals description carefully for important details such as required experience, foster duration, medication, length of stay, and any further care requirements.
How to Indicate Your Interest
Click the ‘Ask to Foster Me’ button below the animal you’re interested in, and complete the email template.
The foster team will then contact you to confirm the assignment, and arrange a collection.
Please Note
We often receive multiple applications for one animal. We will choose the foster home based on the first application for a suitable home.
If we are in the process of organising a foster home, the button will change to 'Pending Foster'.
To ensure the animal’s wellbeing, we’re unable to hold them for extended periods—they’ll need to go into foster care as soon as possible.
Need Foster Supplies?
Click the button below to complete the template email, specifying the supplies you need and your preferred collection date and time. Please note- your appointment must be confirmed before visiting the center.
Need a Vet Appointment or Foster Return?
Click the button below to complete the template email. Please note- This function is for routine vet checks (e.g. vaccination, monthly health checks, end of medication checks) and foster return requests only. If your appointment is urgent, please call or email us.
Want to Provide Feedback?
We value your input! If you have suggestions on how we can improve the foster experience, please click the button below to complete our anonymous feedback form. If you'd like to discuss your feedback further, please leave your name and preferred contact method.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of these animals! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Foster Team.