Get involved
Foster a pet, or
volunteer at the shelter.
Marion County Animal Control accepts foster and volunteer applications on an ongoing basis. Each track starts with an application, and moves to a signed agreement only after you are approved.
How do I foster an animal for Marion County Animal Control?
Submit a Foster Application online. If approved, the shelter will have you sign a Foster Agreement before an animal is placed with you.
Submit the Foster Application
Complete the Foster Application online.
Sign the Foster Agreement, once approved
If your application is approved, the shelter will have you sign the Foster Agreement before an animal is placed in your home. This form is only for applicants who have already been approved.
How do I volunteer at Marion County Animal Control?
Submit a Volunteer Application online. If approved, the shelter will have you sign a Volunteer Waiver before you begin volunteering.
Submit the Volunteer Application
Complete the Volunteer Application online.
Sign the Volunteer Waiver, once approved
If your application is approved, the shelter will have you sign the Volunteer Waiver before you begin volunteering. This form is only for applicants who have already been approved.
Are the Foster Agreement and Volunteer Waiver open to anyone?
No. The Foster Agreement and the Volunteer Waiver are only for applicants who have already been approved as a foster or volunteer. Everyone starts with the Foster Application or the Volunteer Application.
Start with the application, not the agreement
If you have not yet been approved, use the Foster Application or Volunteer Application above. The Foster Agreement and Volunteer Waiver are the second step, completed only after approval.