Michigan Humane - Safety Net Foster Program
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- What it is
- Crisis and temporary pet care
- Who it helps
- Owners facing a temporary crisis who have no other options.
- Where
- Michigan Humane service area (community residents)
- Status
- Accepting applications
- Checked
- on the official website, November 3, 2026
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Temporary foster care for pets of people in a short-term crisis, such as an eviction or housing crisis, a hospital stay or medical procedure, or fleeing domestic violence. It is meant as a last resort to keep pets out of the shelter and with their families.
How to reach them
Where: Michigan Humane service area (community residents)
Good to know
- Who can use it: Owners facing a temporary crisis who have no other options. The program runs on a limited basis depending on foster home availability. Pets must meet the same intake requirements as regular shelter intakes. Owners cannot visit but get weekly updates.
- How to get started: Complete the Safety Net application on the Michigan Humane website or call for help. Owners receive counseling and sign a program agreement, a liability waiver and a surrender form. Pets can be reclaimed within the program time limit with weekly check-ins.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
Before you go
Call or check their page for current prices, appointment availability, any income or residency rules, and which animals they see. Ask what to bring.
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