THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN VOLUNTEERING!
Without the support of our dedicated volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to provide such a variety of programs for our animals and the community. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please start the process by reviewing the Welcome Session materials.  

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS

• A desire to make a difference in the lives of animals and people.
• 18+ years of age.  Too young to volunteer?
• Specific cognitive and physical requirements to safely perform volunteer tasks.
• Effectively communicate with TJO staff, volunteers and the public.
• Volunteers in animal care positions must be able to read, write, hear, see, and have the ability to physically respond and move in order to keep themselves safe, as well as effectively interpret animal body language. Volunteers must be able to complete all aspects of the volunteer process independently.
• Please note, due to high volume at the shelter we are not in a position to monitor and evaluate internships or learning plans. Community service requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• We are not able to accommodate group projects.
   

VOLUNTEER ROLES
Volunteers can participate in a number of ways, such as greeter, laundry, cat and dog kennel cleaning, dog walking/exercise, various types and levels of enrichment (canine enrichment) which are incorporated into most animal care roles and fostering. For descriptions of each role, please visit the Volunteer Roles page. 

Hours available for volunteer shifts range between 8 am and 4 pm. There are no evening hours. Most shifts last from 1.5 to 2 hours, but some roles last longer depending on a volunteer's interests and availability. 

Contact the Volunteer & Education Coordinator with questions