VOLUNTEER

There are always opportunities to get involved AND help our shelter animals.

Take the first step to volunteering by signing up!

Dog Lovers

DOG WALKING | take a leash and let shelter dogs get some exercise on a nice walk outside
DOG TRAINING / WOOF PACK | come out to our Woof Pack dog training program where you will teach our shelter dogs basic obedience, navigating home obstacles, and agility skills
DOG ENRICHMENT | entertain our dogs with fun treat-based games that engage the brain and teach manners (basic commands, leash etiquette, K-9 nose work, making and distributing peanut butter Kongs to hyperactive dogs, etc.)
SHAMPOOCHES | give puppies and adult dogs a bath that are in need of a good scrubbing at the shelter in our tub room*

KENNEL ASSISTANCE | help our Canine staff in the morning with small dog and puppy rooms by helping with newspapering and putting the pups up!

PLAYGROUPS | our behavior associate on-staff will train volunteers how to referee play time for groups of shelter dogs

CAT / KITTEN CUDDLING | give some extra love and playtime to our shelter cats in need of socialization
CAT ENRICHMENT | entertain our cats by giving them some extra special attention (treats, make interactive toys to put in their kennels for hyperactive cats, kennel-petting for more timid cats that need socialization)
PETSMART CAT CARE | clean cat condos, feed and provide water, socialize, and ensure care for adoptable cats at our partnered PetSmart locations. Get them adopted out while you’re there!

Adoptions

Offsite events | assist with adoptable shelter dogs at offsite adoption events by walking them and trying to find them a forever home
Adoption Counselors | help adoptions staff at the front desk and play matchmaker for shelter pets and adopters

Fostering

Weekend Warriors / Hiking Buddies | take a shelter pet out for a day or two or three! Have them take a break from shelter life and get some socialization and de-stress.
Foster | orphaned puppies and kittens (from bottle fed to 6 months) and pregnant momma pets need a foster home where they can stay to get some quiet and get big enough for adoption
Adoption Ambassador | take an adult shelter pet and foster them until a forever adoptive home is found!

Marketing/Media

Pawparazzi | take high quality pictures of shelter pets for profiles and shelter promos
Fundraising | rally your community to collect pet supplies to donate to shelter pets
Social Media | collect photos and videos of shelter pets and share on social media to raise awareness and adoptions
Therapy Dog Program | Therapy dogs will visit classrooms, medical facilities, etc. with volunteers that have trained and handled them for a while. Must be familiar with the therapy dog, demonstrate proper handling, and be willing to be with them in various settings where people want to interact with the dog.

Transport

Driver | Drive shelter pets in our transport vehicle to other partnering humane societies to get a quicker chance of finding their forever home
*transport drivers must be 25 years or older with a clean driving record

Whether it is required or you simply want to be of much-needed help, COMMUNITY SERVICE is always needed at the shelter!

Laundry | Volunteers can come to the shelter to wash, dry, and fold the numerous towels and blankets that we use every day to ensure that all of our animals have the freedom from discomfort while in their kennels.
Dishes | Wash, sanitize, and organize cat and dog bowls in our dish room.
Yardwork | Help us keep the outside areas clear for dogs and adopters to come through by pulling weeds, picking up litter/debris, poop-scooping, refilling outside water pales, etc.

Kennel Assistance | Prepare newspapers for small dog and puppy rooms, help canine or feline staff with daily cleaning, and organizing shelter materials

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