Foster With Wasatch Exotics Rescue

Wasatch Exotics Rescue is a foster-based exotic animal rescue serving Utah and the Wasatch Front. Because we do not operate a physical facility, every animal we save depends on reliable foster homes.

Fostering is a structured commitment and an essential part of our rescue operations. Please review all requirements carefully before applying.

Foster Requirements & Responsibilities

Minimum Commitment

Fosters must commit to a minimum foster period of 4–6 months.

This ensures stability for the animal and allows time for medical care, rehabilitation, and proper adoption placement. Short-term or temporary fostering is not available at this time.

Financial Responsibilities

Fosters are responsible for:

• Providing and purchasing the animal’s food
• Covering all transportation costs, including fuel and vehicle use

We do not reimburse for food or transportation expenses. Fosters should be prepared to cover these routine costs throughout the foster period.

Veterinary Care

Wasatch Exotics Rescue covers approved veterinary appointments and expenses through our designated veterinarian, located in Kaysville, UT.

Fosters are responsible for transporting animals to and from scheduled veterinary appointments.

Transportation Requirements (Mandatory — No Exceptions)

Reliable personal transportation is required.

Fosters must be able to transport animals:

• To and from our approved veterinarian in Kaysville
• To and from Sandy for supply pickup or drop-off when needed
• To and from the Salt Lake City Fairpark for our expo events (held in early May and October)

These transportation requirements are mandatory. If you are unable to meet them, fostering may not be a good fit at this time.

How Foster Placement Works

Animals are assigned based on foster experience, availability, and species comfort level.

Fosters may have short gaps between placements depending on intake and adoption timelines. Once an animal is adopted, another placement may be offered if you remain available. Fosters may take on multiple animals at once if they would like.

Consistent communication with the rescue team is essential throughout the foster period.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How often will I be fostering?
  • Fosters typically care for two animals (separate enclosures) at a time. There may be brief breaks between placements depending on rescue intake and adoption timelines.
• Do you reimburse for food?
  • No. Fosters are responsible for purchasing and providing food for the animals in their care.
• Do you cover veterinary costs?
  • Yes. Wasatch Exotics Rescue covers approved veterinary expenses through our designated veterinarian. Fosters are responsible for transporting animals to and from appointments. Our vet is located in Kaysville, Utah.
  • All veterinary visits must be pre-approved before scheduling.
• Do you provide supplies or cover husbandry costs?
  • The rescue will cover essential husbandry and care supplies.
  • If a supply is needed, fosters must check with the rescue first, as we may already have the item available in our storage location in Sandy.
  • If the item is not available, the rescue may reimburse the foster for essential husbandry supplies, provided the purchase is approved in advance.
  • Reimbursements are:
    • Made only with prior approval
    • Limited to essential husbandry items
    • Not guaranteed for unapproved purchases
• How do I receive the animal?
  • Once you are paired with an animal, you will communicate directly with the current owner to coordinate drop-off details.
  • The owner drops off the animal directly to the foster at an approved meeting location of the foster’s choice.
  • After intake, fosters are responsible for transporting the animal to veterinary appointments, supply pickups in Sandy, and scheduled events as required.
• Can I adopt my foster pet?
  • Yes! All of our foster parents are welcome to adopt their foster animal!
    • Adoption agreement contracts are required for all adoptions.

Pre-Application Acknowledgment

Before applying, please confirm that you:

• Are 18 years of age or older
• Can commit to a minimum 4–6 month foster period
• Will cover food and transportation costs
• Have reliable transportation to Kaysville, Sandy, and the SLC Fairpark
• Understand that transportation requirements are mandatory

If you cannot meet these requirements at this time, we encourage you to consider applying in the future when circumstances allow.