FosterSpot reduces the number of euthanized animals in the U.S. by creating a network of willing
and available foster homes to help with shelter overcrowding. The public is called upon to register as temporary foster parents. Registered fosters receive alerts about animals in need in their area. Shelters can reduce the number of animals they are directly caring for by listing animals on FosterSpot that are suitable for fostering by the public. FosterSpot simply creates the connection between potential fosters and shelters. Shelters have the flexibility to contact fosters who submit interest in listed animals and can proceed with any shelter-specific foster prerequisite filtering. Rescue organizations can also utilize FosterSpot to find foster homes for animals in need.