What the shift looks like
Dog walkers are the reason our dogs stay happy, social and adoptable. You'll work alongside shelter staff and our dog trainer, no prior experience needed, just a willingness to learn and a good pair of shoes.
Position Description
- Using safe animal handling techniques and designated training protocols, remove animals from kennels, leash dogs, and walk or take to play yard for play, training or socialization.
- Under guidance of shelter dog trainer, work with dogs on obedience, sit, stay, down and come.
- Upon request from staff, show dogs to potential adopters and answer questions as needed.
- Scoop feces and dispose of appropriately.
- Maintain clean kennel housing during shift.
- Provide fresh water as needed.
- Alert staff if any medical or behavioral issues are noted.
Special Capabilities and Requirements
- Must be able to provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service and to answer questions in a professional manner, deferring to staff if guidance is needed.
- Must be able to understand, learn and utilize positive reinforcement training protocols.
- Note: This is a physically active volunteer position.
Training
- Attend General Orientation Session.
- Attend 2 - 4 training session(s) with Red Lock Handler.
Expectations of Pet Project Foundation Volunteers
These apply to every volunteer position at the shelter, dog walking included.
Be at least 18 years of age
Report to assigned shift on time and stay until the end of your shift
Learn and follow the policies of the shelter
Interact courteously and professionally with staff, guests and volunteers
Submit an application and attend appropriate orientation and training sessions
Notify the volunteer coordinator if you are unable to come in for your assigned shift
Wear clothing appropriate to the season and to your assignment
Be able to make a commitment of at least 6 months to your volunteer position
Follow the direction of paid staff at all times
Report accidents and bites promptly to staff
Love Animals?
Ready to become a volunteer?
Fill out the volunteer application and our coordinator will be in touch about orientation and your first training session.
