Fearless Kitty Rescue’s (FKR) new foster program, guided by Foster Coordinator Brenda Rempe, will participate in the “Be a Foster” event from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 29, at Petco, 16835 E. Shea Blvd.

Adoptable kittens will also be at Petco as a bonus.

The local rescue organization won a grant from the Petco Foundation to provide funds specifically for a foster program. Fostering gives cats a chance to feel what a real home is like, said Rempe.

Fearless Kitty Rescue provides all supplies that a foster needs such as food, litter box and litter, and anything else the cat would be provided at the rescue.

Kittens needing bottle feeding will be placed with fosters who first train with FKR on the proper way to feed neonatal kittens.

At the other end of the spectrum, ailing cats who need a quiet place to recuperate from surgery will find a respite away from the busy activity at the rescue in a quiet home.

The Petco event will explain the foster experience. Becoming a Fearless Foster is perfect for those who cannot care for a pet full-time, but would love the experience of a live-in “catmate” to help the cat enjoy a different living experience and make it more likely to find a lifetime home.

“Foster failure” – a foster family who decides to keep the cat as their own – can occur, said FLR co-founder Paula Stefan.

Fosters must be at least 18 years old. Volunteer opportunities include neonatal fostering, emergency kitten technician for kittens not eating on their own or have a nursing mother; kitten fostering for two or more weeks before being adoptable and special needs fostering for those needing medical care or daily observation.

Also, socialization for kittens or adults to become more adoptable; hospice care for kittens or adults that have a terminal illness and staycations, a break from the rescue center for a minimum of four weeks.

To begin the process of becoming a Fearless Foster Volunteer, complete an online application at fearlesskittyrescue.org or visit the rescue center at 16832 E. Avenue of the Fountains.