Secondhand Hounds Foster Resources

Resource Center for Secondhand Hounds Fosters

Secondhand Hounds Foster Resources

This page is for Secondhand Hound fosters to connect with various resources for support, learning, training tools and to save animals!

Foster Coordinators: (Helping fosters through behavior issues, matching dog with fosters, questions, and support.)

* SMALL DOGS GROUP - ANITRA FRANCIS- SHHSmallBreeds@gmail.com
(Corgis, Heelers, Aussies, Border Collies, Cattle Dogs, Chihuahuas, Italian Greyhounds, Rat Terriers, Shih Tzus, Poodles, Maltese etc. ) -

* BIG & BULLY BREED GROUP - SUMMER HEDLUND Summer@secondhandhounds.org
(American Pit Bull Terriers, Staffordshires, Bull Terriers, American, Olde, English, French Bulldogs, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Dobermans, Huskies, Malamutes, Akitas, Boxers, Mastiffs, Great Danes, St. Bernards, Great Pyrenees, Newfoundland, German Shepherds, Labradors, Pointers, Retrievers, Spaniels, Setters, Hounds)

* SPECIAL CASES UNIT - SARA ANDERSON
SHHVet@gmail.com
(Selection of dogs of any breed with extreme medical cases/special needs)

* CATS - JEN SWANSON
Cats@secondhandhounds.org
(Selection and vetting of all cats in our program)


• Fosters: You are not limited to a group! Jump Around! Contact any foster coordinators and discuss your dream foster.


*** Note: The groups are divided to maximize the expertise of the foster coordinators and to ensure each foster gets the attention needed.

What will be expected of me as a foster home?

Everything you need to care for your foster dog (crate, food, bowl, etc.) will be provided by Secondhand Hounds. The most important part of your job will be to help reintroduce your foster dog to a home environment by giving him/her some basic training, socialization and lots of love.

When a potential adopter contacts Secondhand Hounds, we will review the application to meet our standards. The approved applicants will be emailed to you and we expect you contact them to arrange a meeting. These meetings can be performed at your house, their house, or a neutral location (whatever you feel comfortable with). We give our volunteers a say in who they place their dog with. So, if you feel as though someone is not the best match, let us know, and we will find a different home for your foster.

It is a good idea to socialize your foster dog as much as possible to eliminate fear of new situations/people/dogs. A great way to do this is to go to Adoption Events and let people approach your foster dog. Always be careful to read signs of a fearful dog. If the dog cowers or shakes or growls, ask the person to step back. As soon as the dog seems more trusting (tail wagging, approaching the person on their own), let the person pet your pup. Another way to help a scared dog become more trusting is to carry treats with you and have strangers feed your dog. Other tips are available; just ask!

Adoption Policy
Secondhand Hounds can only adopt out to residents of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Dog Adoption...
Adoption Application
10100 Viking Dr, Ste 100
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
United States
Tulane D14767

Hi! My name is Tulane and I am from Kentucky. I'm the bestest. I know the 3 legs are different...

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Purr Noel C14942

Hi, my name is Purr Noel. I am from a local shelter Purr Purr! Hi, my name is Purr Noel,...

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Davis D15252

Hi! My name is Davis and I am from Kentucky.

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Pebbles C14739

I am Pebbles. I am from Minnesota. From the foster: Meet Pebbles, the fluffy white charmer with a penchant for...

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Betty D15580

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Asia D14913: No Longer Accepting Applications

I am Asia. I am from Missouri. Asia is such a sweet girl! She is house and crate trained. She...

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Snoopy D15245

I am Snoopy. I am from Minnesota. Hey, I'm Snoopy, and I'm not your average lap dog-I'm a 63-pound bundle...

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Rupert C15465

Hi, I'm Rupert. I'm from Minnesota. From the foster: Rupert is bold, affectionate and confident. He acclimates quickly to new...

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Chimkin D15420

Hi! My name is Chimkin and I am from Minnesota. From the foster: Chimkin is a beautiful pup who likes...

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Ren D12890

Hi! My name is Ren and I am from a shelter in Kansas. Ren is a lovable cattle dog mix...

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Hope D15707

Hi! My name is Hope and I am from Minnesota. From the foster: Hope is a special girl, with a...

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Saga D15619

I am Saga. I am from Kansas. From his foster: This pup is the sweetest, calmest and smartest pup I...

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Milan D14236

Hi! My name is Milan and I am from Missouri! Age: 7 months Weight: 46 lbs Superpower: Glowing Personality Special...

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Malie D14232

Hi! My name is Malie and I am from Missouri! From her foster: Malie is the sweetest little girl who...

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Sandy D15613

I am Sandy. I am from Kansas. From her foster: She is a very loving happy dog. She thinks she...

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Sable D15621

I am Sable. I am from Kansas. From her foster: She is a spit fire (in a very good way)...

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Foxy D15603

I am Foxy. I am from Kansas.

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Minx D14235

Hi! My name is Minx and I am from Missouri! I'm listed as a shepherd mix, but my foster mom...

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Sage D15620

I am Sage. I am from Kansas.

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Electra D15612: No Longer Accepting Applications

I am Electra. I am from Missouri.

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Miami D14234

Hi! My name is Miami and I am from Missouri! From her foster: Miami is a very sweet girl. Loves...

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Robin D15624

Hi, I'm Robin. I'm from Missouri. From the foster: I live with my siblings Cardinal and Blue Jay. I'm a...

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Kourtney D15570

I am Kourtney. I am from Texas. From her foster: Kourtney is an incredibly friendly and affectionate puppy. She is...

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Shep D15566

I am Shep. I am from Texas. From his foster: Shep is a wonderful puppy! At first we will act...

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Khloe D15568

I am Khloe. I am from Texas. From her foster: The short time I've had Khloe she's been a little...

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Shortbread C15689: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi, I'm Shortbread. I'm from Minnesota. From her foster: Shortbread is a very nice kitty. She is affectionate. She has...

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Flute D14880: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi! My name is Flute and I am from Kentucky. Flute is 100% puppy! Very sweet, friendly, loves everybody, and...

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Mary D15671

I am Mary. I am from Missouri. From her foster: Mary is such a sweet, calm dog! She loves to...

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Milk Stout D15656

I am Milk Stout. I am from Minnesota.

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Salvador C15693

Hi, my name is Salvador. I am from Minnesota. From his foster: Meet Salvador! He's a 5 year, old recently...

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Frank D15095

Hello, my name is Frank and I am from Kentucky. I am a young Goldendoodle maybe. I am settling in...

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Rob D15571

I am Rob. I am from Texas. From his foster: Rob is a sweet boy that is continuing to learn...

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Clover Leaf C15683

I am Clover Leaf. I am from Minnesota.

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Blossom C15686: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi, I'm Blossom. I'm from Minnesota. From her foster: Blossom is a total love bug. She loves to cuddle right...

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Kylie D15569

I am Kylie. I am from Texas. From her foster: Kylie is an energetic puppy who loves playing with toys...

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Phantom D15611

My name is Phantom and my foster mom would love to tell you about me! Everyone at the rescue is...

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Moose D14231

Hi! My name is Moose and I am from Missouri! From his foster: Moose is a shy boy at first...

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Magoo D14230

Hi! My name is Magoo and I am from Missouri! I am a sweet 7 month old boy who is...

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Missy C15478

I am Missy. I am from South Dakota From her foster: Missy joined us through a partner rescue after her...

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Marmaduke D14776

Hi! My name is Marmaduke and I am from Missouri. From the foster: Marmaduke is a living guy who needs...

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Eartha Muffintop C15629

Hi my name is Eartha Muffintop. I am from a local Minnesota shelter.

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Poe D15351

Hi! My name is Poe and I am from Kentucky. From his foster : Poe is very curious and full...

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Radio ** D15279

I am Radio. I am from Minnesota. Radio is a loving boy that is continuing to learn his manners! He...

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Oscar C15617: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi, my name is Oscar. I am from a local Minnesota shelter From her foster: Oscar is cute, snuggly, and...

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Warrior D15482: No Longer Accepting Applications

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Rose D14914

I am Rose. I am from Missouri. Hello! Where are my fellow mamas at?!? My foster mom says I'm a...

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Archie D15305: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi! My name is Archie and I am from Kentucky. Woof woof! Archie here, your soon-to-be best friend, ready to...

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Beulah D15454

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Rocky D15453: No Longer Accepting Applications

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Shadow D15452

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Scraps D15455

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Cookie D15450

Hi! My name is Cookie and I am from Minnesota!

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Otter D13859

Hi. I'm Otter. I am from Kentucky. From her foster: Otter is a super sweet, shy girl! She loves to...

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Butch D15160

Hi! My name is Butch and I am from Missouri. From the foster: Meet Butch! I've had him just under...

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Clarice C14452

Hi, my name is Clarice. I am from a local shelter. From the foster: She is a wonderful young mother...

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Annabelle C14454

Hi, my name is Annabelle. I am from a local shelter.

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Zinnia D12991

HI! I'm Zinnia, I'm from a local shelter. From the foster: Zinnia is very smart and highly food motivated. She...

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Logan (fka Rhymes) D12486

Hi, my name is Rhymes and I came from a shelter in Kentucky. From the foster: Logan is a good...

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Kade D15577: No Longer Accepting Applications

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Vista D14828

Hi I'm Vista, I am from Minnesota! From the foster: Vista - the Adventure Dog! Play hard, cuddle hard is...

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Lucy ** D14920

Hi! I'm Lucy and am looking for my forever family. My foster mom calls me her Velcro dog as my...

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Zion D15335

I am from Minnesota.

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Katmai D15337

I am from Minnesota.

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Denali D15330

I am from Minnesota.

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Aya Louisa C15572

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Beanie C15468

Hi my name is Beanie I am from Minnesota. From her foster: You would never know Beanie came with a...

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Pueblito D15509

I am Pueblito. I am from Texas. From her foster: Pueblito (Lido) is a sweet, lively, strong and smart girl....

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Arthur D15502

I am Arthur. I am from Alabama. Meet Arthur, affectionately known to us as Artie! He's ready to be your...

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Yacko C15286

Hi, my name is Yacko. I am from Minnesota. From his foster: This boy is bold! He is always ready...

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Edgar D15503

I am Edgar. I am from Alabama. Ed is a ball of happy, wiggly energy. He is confident and cuddly,...

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Artemis C15595

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Walt D15505

I am Walt. I am from Alabama. From his foster: Meet our special boy, Walt! Also known as Wally, Bert,...

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Diesel D15497

I am Diesel. I am from Arkansas.

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Ernest D15504

I am Ernest. I am from Alabama. From his foster: Meet our special boy, Ernest! Also known as Ernie, Bernie,...

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Luna fka Jingle D9857

Hi my name is Luna. From her foster: Luna is the sweetest girl! She is a very relaxed during the...

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Biscuit D15576: No Longer Accepting Applications

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Cuddles C15582

Hi My name is Cuddles, From her foster: (we call her Kitty Cat) Kitty (Cuddles) was brought into The Bond...

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Butternut C15539

Hi My name is Butternut. I am a local gal. From her foster: Butternut is a shy, beautiful kitty and...

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Mini D15551: No Longer Accepting Applications

I am Minnie. I am from Arkansas. My foster mom says I'm a world class snuggler! I just want to...

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Natalie D15549

I am Natalie. I am from Arkansas. From her foster: Natalie is such a sweet girl! In true puppy form...

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Pumpkin D15520

Hi! My name is Pumpkin and I am from Missouri. From her foster: She is fostered with also Locket. Such...

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Love Bug D15597

I am Love Bug. I am from Minnesota. I promise to live up to the name! I am a very...

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Nathan D15548: No Longer Accepting Applications

I am Nathan. I am from Arkansas. From his foster: Nathan does wonderful with kids and other dogs, has not...

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Locket D15521

Hi! My name is Locket and I am from Missouri. From her foster: She is fostered with also Locket. Such...

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Lady D15554

I am Lady. I am from Arkansas.

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Sweetheart D15598

I am Sweetheart. I am from Minnesota.

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Ginger D15550

I am Ginger. I am from Arkansas. From her foster: Ginger is a laid back kind of gal that needs...

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Chica D15522

Hi! My name is Chica and I am from Arkansas. From her foster: Chica is a sweet little girl who...

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Scamp D15401: No Longer Accepting Applications

I am Scamp. I am from Missouri. From the foster: Well, we're in love. This little scruff nugget will melt...

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Sir Wigglebottom D14955

Hi my name is Sir Wigglebottom. I am from a local shelter. From his foster family: We call him Wiggles,...

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Casper D15533

I am Casper. I am from Texas. I am about 6 months old and 27 lbs, so I will be...

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Lilac D15235

I am Lilac. I am from Arkansas. From the foster: Lilac is a cuddle bug! She absolutely loves being around...

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Shellder D15317

Hi! My name is Shellder and I am from Kentucky. From his foster: Shellder is an inquisitive puppy. While he...

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Uno D14923

Hi I'm Uno I was born in rescue to Momma Esther! From the foster: Uno is a very sweet cuddly...

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Ingrid D15307: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi! My name is Ingrid and I am from Kentucky. From her foster: Meet Ingrid! She has the best of...

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Nellie D15304: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi! My name is Nellie and I am from Kentucky. From her foster : Nellie is a very sweet and...

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Twain D15353: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi! My name is Twain and I am from Kentucky.

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Daisey D15300

Hi! My name is Daisey and I am from Kentucky. From her foster: Daisey is a sweet old gal who...

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Dahl D15348: No Longer Accepting Applications

Hi! My name is Dahl and I am from Kentucky.

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Warner D15360

Hi, I'm Warner and I'm from Oklahoma! From my foster: Sawyer (aka Warner) is the sweetest pup and is looking...

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