Benchwarmer Tryouts
A new foster-to-adopt program for select dogs at WHS!
“Benchwarmer” is the label we lovingly give to dogs who’ve been with us longer than average, along with a lower adoption fee and increased promotion. To get our benchwarmers back in the starting lineup and help them find their match, we’re excited to introduce “Benchwarmer Tryouts.” Through this program, you can take a benchwarmer home for up to 7 days to see if they’re a good fit for your team.
To get started with the Benchwarmer Tryouts program:
- 1. Complete our foster application online now at wihumane.org/foster/apply and indicate you’re interested in Benchwarmer Tryouts, so we can get you approved as soon as possible! You only need to apply once, and we encourage you to do so right away to expedite the process so you’re on the fast-track if you find a potential teammate.
- 2. Once you’ve been approved by our foster team, simply stop by the WHS location nearest you during adoption hours to meet the available benchwarmers and take home a pup the same day!
If you fall in love and want to add them to your family’s roster, you can complete the adoption online from the comfort of your own home! 🧡
If you decide it’s not a great fit during the tryout period, no worries! Simply bring them back to WHS and they'll be prepped for their next tryout, having benefitted from a shelter break and the "home-court" experience! Should another benchwarmer catch your eye, you're welcome and encouraged to do another tryout until you find your match.
