Dogs and pets in fostering and adoption

Author:
ADAMS Paul
Publisher:
British Association for Adoption and Fostering
Publication year:
2015
Pagination:
88
Place of publication:
London

This good practice guide provides information and essential practical advice on issues to be considered when foster carers and adopters have pets. It contains information about dogs and the law, and the relevance of breed and explains: the advantages and disadvantages of dog ownership for foster carers and adopters; how to successfully undertake a dog assessment, including how to judge when a further specialist assessment is required; how to help ensure that children and animals can both live safely together; points to consider in matching, introductions and throughout placement; and general principles and specific considerations regarding other pets, including cats, horses, birds and reptiles. This guide has been developed alongside assessment forms for dogs and other pets, and provides advice on completing these forms, with samples included for guidance. It will also be helpful in assisting fostering services and adoption agencies to develop carefully considered, logical and proportionate policies in relation to dogs and other pets. (Edited publisher abstract)

Subject terms:
pets, foster carers, adoptive parents, good practice, assessment;
Content type:
practice guidance
ISBN print:
9781910039250

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