HSSM Foster Hero Network

HSSM Foster Hero Network The HSSM Foster Hero network page is dedicated to keeping our foster parents updated about available foster opportunities and ways to assist the shelter. A: No!

Thank you for your interest in becoming a HSSM foster parent. HSSM saves more than 2,000 animals each year through our Foster Care Program. Foster parents provide temporary care for cats, kittens, dogs and puppies in their own area homes. Q: What is fostering? A: Foster volunteers provide behavior and medical rehabilitation in a nurturing home environment so that animals in your care may grow, hea

l, socialize, and become ready for adoption. Q: Does it cost money to foster? HSSM provides a starter bag of food, as well as any necessary medications for foster pets and an emergency phone number just in case! Q: What are the requirements to foster? A: You must be 18 years or older and head of household and have payment on file (as a safety measure). Before you get started make sure you can provide the time and attention needed to successfully care for animals in your home. (Typically up to two weeks). All fosters must have access to reliable transportation and be willing to drive to HSSM bi-weekly for check-ups. You must be able to communicate with our foster team by phone/email. Q: How do I become a foster parent? A: You can fill out the foster application online at HSSM.org or you can fill it out in house as well. You can call the foster line at 228-822-3828. Please leave a voicemail if we are unable to answer. You can also email [email protected]


Q: Why do animals need to be fostered and how long does fostering last? A: Pets may need to go into Foster homes for many different reasons, but usually they are sick, injured, too young to be adopted, or in need of socialization or behavioral help. The most common conditions needing Foster Homes (and average length of stay) are:

💙 Meet Phil – Our Sweet Boy in Need of a Healing Home 💙Phil is a gentle, lovable pup who’s been through more than his fa...
06/24/2025

💙 Meet Phil – Our Sweet Boy in Need of a Healing Home 💙

Phil is a gentle, lovable pup who’s been through more than his fair share—but he hasn’t lost his spark! He tested positive for heartworms, and now he needs a calm, cozy foster home where he can rest and recover during treatment.

Here’s the best part: His entire heartworm treatment is fully sponsored by HSSM! That means all medical costs are completely covered—we just need someone to give him the love and quiet space he needs to heal.

Phil is:
🐾 Around 3 years old
🐾 Great with people and gentle on a leash
🐾 A+ snuggle buddy
🐾 Calm and mellow—perfect for a low-energy household

Fostering Phil during his treatment is a short-term commitment with a life-changing impact. You provide the love and care, and we’ll provide the rest!

🩺 Let’s get Phil the second chance he deserves. Apply to foster today at [email protected], or stop by HSSM to meet him in person!

🚨 We’re drowning in kittens! 🐱💦Kitten season is in full swing, and our shelter is bursting at the seams with tiny, hungr...
05/23/2025

🚨 We’re drowning in kittens! 🐱💦

Kitten season is in full swing, and our shelter is bursting at the seams with tiny, hungry mouths to feed. We’re doing everything we can, but we’re in desperate need of supplies to help these little ones thrive.

Can you lend a paw? 🐾
We urgently need:
🍼 Premixed milk replacer
🐾 Kitten formula
🥫 Pâté-style kitten food
🐟 Churu treats (for hydration & bonding)

Every donation, big or small, helps us give these babies the best chance at life. You can drop off donations at 2615 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS 39501 or order online and have them shipped straight to us!

Thank you for being the heroes these kittens need. 💛

It's kitten season and we are drowning in cats! Jump into our foster pool 🐱 We are in URGENT need of foster homes for th...
05/20/2025

It's kitten season and we are drowning in cats! Jump into our foster pool 🐱 We are in URGENT need of foster homes for the following:

⚪️Mom cats with kittens – sweet and attentive, just needs a quiet, safe place to raise her babies. Kittens are nursing well and mom does all the work!

⚪️Weaned kittens – playful, healthy kittens around 4 - 6 weeks, eating on their own and ready to learn about life indoors!

📦 All supplies provided
👩‍⚕️ Vet care covered
💖 YOU save lives

If you have even a spare room and a little time, you can make a huge difference. Please reach out ASAP – time is critical for these babies!

📩 Email at [email protected] or Call at (228) 822-3828 to get started today.

Please share to help us find foster heroes!

🚨 Urgent: Foster Heroes Needed! With over 400 animals in our care, the need for fosters is greater than ever! We urgentl...
05/13/2025

🚨 Urgent: Foster Heroes Needed!

With over 400 animals in our care, the need for fosters is greater than ever! We urgently need fosters in the following areas:
-Medium/large sized dogs that need out of the shelter to relieve stress. Typical duration is 2 weeks.
-Paw-ternity fosters (moms with litters) as the shelter is no place to raise babies. Typical duration is 6-8 weeks.
-Fosters for bottle baby animals that need 'round the clock care. Typical duration is 8-12 weeks.

✅ We provide:
✔️ Formula, bottles, and all necessary supplies
✔️ Medical care
✔️ Training and ongoing support

💙 You provide:
✔️ A warm, safe environment
✔️ Time and dedication

If you’re ready to make a life-saving difference, please reach out today! These vulnerable animals are counting on us. 🐾

📩 Message us now or apply online to become a foster!
[email protected]
228-822-3828
https://www.hssm.org/foster

We are in URGENT need of foster homes for the following: Mom cats with kittens – sweet and attentive, just needs a quiet...
05/09/2025

We are in URGENT need of foster homes for the following:

Mom cats with kittens – sweet and attentive, just needs a quiet, safe place to raise her babies. Kittens are nursing well. (WE HAVE 4 MOMS WITH BABIES CURRENTLY‼️)

Weaned kittens – playful, healthy kittens around 4 - 6 weeks, eating on their own and ready to learn about life indoors!

📦 All supplies provided
👩‍⚕️ Vet care covered
💖 YOU save lives

If you have even a spare room and a little time, you can make a huge difference. Please reach out ASAP – time is critical for these babies!

📩 Email at [email protected] or Call at (228) 822-3828

Please share to help us find foster heroes!

Update 9:40am: Fosters found for the litter and the single healthy kitten. Still in search of a foster for the single si...
04/23/2025

Update 9:40am: Fosters found for the litter and the single healthy kitten. Still in search of a foster for the single sick kitten that was left at our doors this morning!

We are in URGENT need of foster homes for baby kittens!

🔵8 orphaned kittens – bottle babies that need around-the-clock care. They are very young.
🔵1 orphaned kitten - she is small but mighty and healthy!
🔵1 orphaned kitten - left at our doors this morning. Has a URI. Is drinking hydracare on her own!

-All supplies provided
-Vet care covered
-YOU save lives

If you have even a spare room and a little time, you can make a huge difference. Please reach out ASAP – time is critical for these babies!

📩 Email at [email protected] or Call at (228) 822-3828

We are in URGENT need of foster homes for the following:1️⃣ Mom cats with kittens – sweet and attentive, just needs a qu...
04/16/2025

We are in URGENT need of foster homes for the following:

1️⃣ Mom cats with kittens – sweet and attentive, just needs a quiet, safe place to raise her babies. Kittens are nursing well.

2️⃣ Orphaned kittens – bottle babies that need around-the-clock care. We can provide all supplies and training!

3️⃣ Weaned kittens – playful, healthy kittens around 4 - 6 weeks, eating on their own and ready to learn about life indoors!

-All supplies provided
-Vet care covered
-YOU save lives

If you have even a spare room and a little time, you can make a huge difference. Please reach out ASAP – time is critical for these babies!

📩 Email at [email protected] or Call at (228) 822-3828

‼️Fosters Needed ‼️We’re urgently searching for fosters home for these super sweet mama cats and their babies for the ne...
04/03/2025

‼️Fosters Needed ‼️

We’re urgently searching for fosters home for these super sweet mama cats and their babies for the next 6-8 weeks. A shelter is no place to raise kittens!

Why this is an easy foster:
-Mom does all the work! She will feed and clean her kittens; you just need to provide a safe, quiet, warm space.
-We’ll handle all medical care and supplies—you simply provide love and comfort.

Call or email us now to make a life-saving difference for one of these families!
Email: [email protected]
Call: 228-822-3828
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Join Our Foster Hero Network! 🐾Our shelter is FULL and we urgently need foster heroes to step up! We provide all of the ...
04/02/2025

Join Our Foster Hero Network! 🐾

Our shelter is FULL and we urgently need foster heroes to step up! We provide all of the supplies - you just provide love and a safe space. Whether for a few days or a few weeks, YOU can make a life-saving difference.

Join us in saving lives today! 💙
Email: [email protected]
Call: 228-822-3828
Online: https://www.hssm.org/foster

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Gulfport, MS
39501

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Thursday 10am - 5pm
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Thank you for your interest in becoming a HSSM foster parent. HSSM saves more than 2,000 animals each year through our Foster Care Program. Foster parents provide temporary care for cats, kittens, dogs and puppies in their own area homes. Some animals need as little as two weeks of care, while others may need care for up to three months. Our greatest foster needs are: • Adult Dogs • Cats • Momma cats with litters • Orphaned kitten and puppies

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