Before the pandemic, the Humane Rescue Alliance, one of the largest animal rescue operations in D.C., saw around 70 people sign up to foster animals each month. After the District shut down in March, ...

Every day, shelters juggle more animals than they have room for. When overflow starts, the solution often comes from a spare couch in someone’s home. Contrary to assumption, fostering isn’t limited to ...

A cold, wet nose is nudging my foot under the table as I drink my morning coffee. I look down at my dog. Well, not really my dog, it’s my foster dog. Maya is the 20th dog that my husband and I have ...