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FIND HELP WITH YOUR PET

Need help with your pet? Search for the pet support services we offer, or services offered by our partner organizations in the Kansas City area by using the search bar below.

e.g. low cost veterinarian, temporary fostering, rehome my pet

If you're interested in obtaining a downloadable version of any of the below documents, please email [email protected]. Thank you for helping us help pets!


Meet the Team

Our APA! Dog Foster Team is comprised of many unique and expertly skilled individuals who are here to not only save lives, but make sure you have a seamless fostering experience. Check out who's who below!

Meet the Team

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Fundamental Foster Resources

Dog Foster Program Mission Statements

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Fostering a Dog with APA!: Q&As

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Dog Foster Handbook

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Dog Foster Program Agreement

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Dog Foster Team Contacts

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Dog Foster Team Contact Quick Reference Guide

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Key Dos and Don’ts

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Bite Protocol

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FAQs for Rescue Placements

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Dog Foster Q&A Session Videos

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Training Classes

These classes are on pause until further notice, if you need assistance with your foster dog's behavior please contact [email protected].


Medical Support

Medical Decisions for Non-Routine Care

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Parvo Watch Agreement

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Distemper Agreement

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Distemper Handout

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Heartworm Handout

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Ringworm Handout

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Sarcoptic Mange Handout

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Demodectic Mange

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Quality of Life Scale

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Medical Chip-Ins

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Behavior Support

Bringing Home A New Dog

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Dog-Dog Introductions

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Dog-Cat Introductions

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Canine Enrichment

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Puppy Basics

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Crate Training - Adults

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House Training - Adults

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Mouthing - Adults

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Jumping - Adults

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Destructive Chewing - Adults

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Curbing Backyard Nuisance Behavior

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Tie-Down Exercises

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Time Outs

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Defensive Dogs: Introduction

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Resource Guarding: Introduction

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On-Leash Reactivity Training

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Scared Dog Behavior Handout

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Separation Anxiety Baseline Plan

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APA! Behavior Team Videos

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Dog-Kid Introductions

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Pregnant Mamas and Puppies

What to Expect When She’s Expecting

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What to Expect When You’re Expecting (to Foster Puppies)

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Raising Puppies Without A Mom

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Raising Puppies With A Mom

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Puppy Basics

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Maddie’s Fund Flash Classes

Maddie’s Fund Foster Care Flash Classes

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Marketing Your Foster Dog

Now that your foster is safe in your home, your priority is to help complete their profile on the APA! Available Dogs page. What we need are photos, a bio, a video, and behavior details to show off their personality and highlight what will make them happy and healthy in their forever home. The Dog Marketing site offers a schedule, tips, and links for sharing all of these assets.

Dog Marketing

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Jan 21, 2026

Winter Storm Warning: How You Can Help Austin Pets (and Keep Your Own Safe)

As temperatures drop later this week, APA! is asking the community to step up for pets who need warmth and safety during this Winter Storm Warning.

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