Volunteering

Volunteer Info Center

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Thank you so much for your interest in our volunteer program! Every animal shelter, humane society, and SPCA is different, so we have tailored our volunteer program to best suit the needs of our organization and the animals we serve. We've researched how best to decrease stress, increase comfort, and help animals learn good manners while awaiting their forever homes.

The Volunteer Orientation covers some basic information about the RHSPCA, logistics of the program, and humane training and handling techniques for animals awaiting adoption. Typically, orientation lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes, including a tour of the adoptable pet areas and technique demonstrations. Pre-registration is required, as seating is limited.

Volunteer Application

Please choose which orientation suits your schedule best in the application. Our volunteer management software will remind you the day before class.

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For A Great Volunteering Experience...

We are looking for compassionate volunteers that can make socializing animals part of their weekly or monthly routine. Kind hearts and positive attitudes are a must. The animals don't care if you're an extrovert or an introvert, they only care that you are gentle and offer them the love and comfort they need. Availability during the week and during weekdays is helpful but not necessary.

We are working on expanding our volunteer program to best utilize our volunteers' skills and passion to help us help the animals to the best of our combined abilities. Socializing the animals is absolutely necessary day-to-day, but we also have opportunities to help the RHSPCA make those vital connections between orphaned pets and potential adopters.

Other opportunities include:

• ​Help with cleaning to keep pets comfortable along with looking (and smelling) their best
• Assisting with fundraisers to help pay for their care, spay/neuter initiatives, medical treatments, and building maintenance
• Experienced volunteers can mentor new recruits or help direct potential adopters around the building
• Assist with Humane Education programs to teach kids of all ages about responsible pet ownership and kindness to animals

Opportunity Directory

Adult (16+) Volunteers

Volunteers 16 years of age and older work with animals available for adoption and assist with spot cleaning to keep animals clean and comfortable throughout the day. Cat cuddlers enrich our felines' stay with playtime, some time in the sunshine if the weather allows, and lots of love and cuddling. Our small mammals need love too! Volunteers can help our little guys get used to being handled by new people from day to day.

Volunteers also help our canine friends by providing walks and exercise along with a reward-based training program. Volunteers provide overall enrichment, stress reduction, and promote polite behavior for our canine furry friends. 

Volunteer Application

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