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Whether you have a question about adoption, fostering, volunteering, or supporting FOAC, start with the path that best matches what you need.

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Choose the option that best matches your question, or send FOAC a message below.

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Ask a general question

If the adoption and involvement pages do not answer your question, use the form below to send FOAC a message.

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Contact details

Reach FOAC.

FOAC is a mostly volunteer organization. Include enough detail for the team to understand your question and connect you with the right person.

Email

info@foac.us

Phone

209-533-3622

Facility

15107 Tuolumne Road
Sonora, CA 95370

Most FOAC animals live in foster homes and may not be at the facility. Contact FOAC before visiting if you hope to meet a specific animal.

Mailing address

PO Box 4627
Sonora, CA 95370

General inquiries

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For general questions, share the details below and FOAC will follow up.

Before you contact us

A few quick answers.

These starting points cover several common questions and help urgent animal-control matters reach the appropriate agency.

How do I adopt, confirm availability, or arrange a meeting?

Start on the Dogs for Adoption or Cats for Adoption page and review the current profiles. When you find an animal you are interested in, submit the appropriate application. Availability can change quickly, so FOAC will confirm whether the animal is still available and contact you about the next steps for arranging a meeting.

Can I meet an animal at the FOAC facility?

Many FOAC animals stay in foster homes, so the animal you are interested in may not be at the facility. Submit the appropriate adoption application first. FOAC will then help coordinate a meeting with the animal if it is still available and appears to be a possible match.

Can FOAC help me rehome my pet?

FOAC may be able to provide guidance, but available space and foster homes vary, so intake cannot be guaranteed. Use the contact form and include the animal's species, age, temperament, medical needs, current location, and how urgently help is needed.

Who handles stray, lost, injured, or dangerous animals?

Tuolumne County Animal Control handles stray and seized animals and other animal-control concerns. Call 209-694-2730. To report a crime involving an animal, call 209-533-5815. For an immediate threat to human safety, call 911.

Visit Tuolumne County Animal Control

Does FOAC provide veterinary care, medication, financial assistance, or spay and neuter vouchers?

FOAC is not a veterinary clinic and cannot diagnose an animal, prescribe medication, or provide emergency veterinary care. FOAC also no longer operates a spay and neuter assistance or voucher program. Contact a licensed veterinarian for medical care. For possible spay and neuter resources, contact Sonora Cat Rescue or Second Chance Spay and Neuter to ask about their current services.

What is the PUPP program, and how do I apply for a PUPP dog?

PUPP stands for Prisoners Uniting People & Puppies. A PUPP dog spends 12 weeks living and training with two inmate handlers while a professional trainer works with the team each week. The dogs build manners, confidence, and social skills while preparing for the Canine Good Citizen test. PUPP dogs are listed in their own section on the Dogs for Adoption page. Open a dog's profile to read the full biography, then use the Dog Adoption Application linked from that profile if you would like to be considered.

View PUPP dogs

How do I become a foster?

Visit the Foster page to review what fostering involves and send FOAC a foster inquiry. If you are asking about a specific animal, include the animal's name so FOAC can route your inquiry correctly.

Learn about fostering

How else can I help if I am not ready to adopt?

FOAC depends on volunteers, donors, sponsors, foster homes, and community partners. Visit Get Involved to see the available ways to help.

Explore Get Involved