Training Dog Fosterer (Forfar)

Are you a dog lover with room in your home to look after a dog during evenings and weekends? This could be the perfect role for you!

You will need to live within a 25 mile radius of our Forfar centre (DD8 1WG) to undertake this role.

What is a Training Dog Fosterer? As a Training Dog Fosterer, you'll provide a loving temporary home to a dog in training, typically for a period of 12 to 20 weeks, as they begin their journey to become a guide dog. You'll get to see the progress your furry companion is making in their training and be a vital part of their journey, without the commitment of looking after a dog full time.

What you'll be doing In this rewarding role, your support for a guide dog in training will include:

Doing the school run for your dog in training! This will typically involve dropping them off and picking them up at an agreed time Monday to Friday at the Forfar centre. Caring for your dog in your home such as feeding, grooming, free running and playing, following the advice of our expert staff. Helping your dog keep up with their training by reinforcing the techniques at home from our first-class training programme. Making sure your dog is not left alone for more than four hours in a 24-hour period. If you're planning on going on holiday, let us know at your initial phone call so we can plan alternative cover for your future life changer. Can I foster a dog? If you're hoping to foster a guide dog in training, here's what we ideally look for:

Being close to one of our regional centres or community teams so that your dog can get to their training. The agreement of your landlord to have a dog in your home if you rent your home. A safe and secure area outside for the dog to go to the toilet. If you don't feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, we'd love to hear from you! We're always open to suggestions and are very happy to chat with you to find out what's possible, so please just get in touch on volunteer@guidedogs.org.uk