General Volunteer Guidelines

All volunteers are asked to make a minimum six month commitment to the shelter.  Most volunteer programs at the shelter ask for one two-hour shift per week.  Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age to serve their hours independently. Some departments require volunteers to be 18 years of age, please refer to the position descriptions for additional information or requirements. Volunteers 10-15 years of age may join our "Partner Up Program” and volunteer with a parent or relative that is at least 18 years or age or older in some of our programs. Both members of the Partner Up team must attend the Volunteer Orientation, interview, trainings, and must volunteer their time together. Please view the position descriptions for more information on age requirements.  We’re sorry- due to the nature of our services, children under 10 years of age are not allowed to volunteer at the animal shelter. Children may participate by providing foster care to an animal if their family joins the Foster Care program. PLEASE NOTE: If you need fulfill Community Service Hours please view our Community Service Guidelines , thank you!