Volunteers make tails wag!
Do you love animals? Are you thinking about adding a four-legged member to your family?
Well, volunteering with CVHS is a great way to become more familiar with animals, learn about
behavior and breeds, and help give a little love to those in need. There are many ways to get
involved with the CVHS community of caring. We ask that volunteers complete an application form
to help guide us in crafting the right volunteer role for you.
Currently seeking the following assistance from volunteers:
- Someone to snow blow pathways around shelter (we have a snowblower here)
- People to tabulate donated Shaws receipts for our fundraising efforts
- People to be at CVHS booth at Waterbury Home and Garden Show, March 15-16
Traditional Roles Played by CVHS Volunteers include:
- Walking/Socializing Shelter animals
- This position requires a commitment of selected days in which you will come to walk dogs or socialize with the animals.
- Cleaning/Maintenance
- It takes a lot of washing, disinfecting and tidying up to keep these critters happy. Come help make their temporary home as comfortable and cozy as possible.
- Training/Obedience
- Work with a specific animal by practicing commands, good leash walking skills, and encouraging positive behavior so he or she isready for a new home. This requires that a volunteer is here at least 3 times a week so the animal can benefit from the consistency of that trainer.
- Fundraising / Special Event
- We're always looking for new and creative ways to support our cause. Join the board, staff and other members in planning events that help get the word out and the financial support in! In this position, you will help to plan, organize, and work special functions in various places around Central Vermont.
- Educational Outreach
- Work with the volunteer coordinator to develop a humane outreach program for schools. Requires at least a six-month commitment.
