My family has been a long-term foster for Forsyth Humane Society for many years. We gained a loving reputation for fostering animals that needed us most and have fostered over 1,000 dogs over the past ten years. My family has fostered large litters of puppies, mothers and nursing puppies, pregnant mothers who delivered in our living room, injured dogs, sick dogs, dogs who needed behavior intervention, and dogs who had experienced cruelty. When an animal came into the Humane Society’s intake center that fit in one of those categories, the staff would lovingly say “That’s a Shore Family dog!”
My husband Chris donated his time and talent as a foster, a videographer, and a website creator. Suddenly, Chris passed away in July 2022. He always was there to crack a joke and make everyone smile. He is deeply missed by his family, friends, and the staff of Forsyth Humane Society. He devoted his life to “leaving it better than you found it.” He loved his family, friends, and every dog that came into our home from the shelter.
A month after Chris passed away, I wasn’t sure if we could foster again. I wanted to help the animals, but it hurt too much. The Forsyth Humane Society senior manager called me about Dutchess and said, “This is the ultimate Shore family dog.” I went to pick up Dutchess and as soon as we got home, she immediately bonded with my child CJ. Dutchess slept with CJ the first night and it was my child’s first full night of rest since losing Chris. Dutchess had found her home with us. Since we adopted her, she has become an integral part of our lives. She loves car rides, going to Starbucks for pup cups, playing in water, and dressing up in fun outfits. She brings us so much joy and happiness. Duchess truly gave us more meaning as a family.
Written By: Ginger
Edited By: Carrie DuPre
