Sadly there are plenty of strays around the general county here, we rescued our dog (the way in which he arrived at the dog shelter was appalling) and if we could afford to we'd probably bring in many more. I can see how fostering could be complicated, it's impossible not to get attached.

I remember when I was a young girl I brought home a baby bird that had fallen out of its nest, I was devastated when it was strong enough to fly off and leave so I feel you on that.
Every life is precious and if we can help then we should <3