Volunteer with Animals at Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League

VOLUNTEERING AT PEGGY ADAMS

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer at Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League. The Volunteer Program is designed for individuals 16 years and older who want to donate some of their valuable free time to help our animals. Our volunteer team plays an important role in helping fulfill our vision of creating a community where 100% of adoptable animals find loving homes and no animals will be euthanized because of pet overpopulation.

If you are ready to commit your time and talents to Peggy Adams, please read the instructions and follow the steps outlined below to get started.

Featured Volunteer Position

Right now, we are in urgent need of Weekday Volunteers!

We are in need of volunteers who are available to lend a hand Monday - Friday!

Volunteer Requirements:

Be at least 16 years old.
Volunteers must be 18 years old to handle dogs. Dog handlers must be aware that many of the dogs in our shelter are large and energetic. Dog handlers will be required to pass an in-person class.
Ability to make a weekly commitment of a 3-4-hour work shift, for at least three months. Please be aware that the onboarding process may take up to two weeks after orientation.
Right now, we have limited open positions on weekends. Our main needs are Monday through Friday. Please contact volunteering@peggyadams.org before you register for orientation if you are only available on the weekends.
A $25 Volunteer Application Fee is required and will be collected at the time of your orientation. This fee includes a volunteer t-shirt, name badge, and background screenings.
A Background Screening is now REQUIRED for all interested volunteers. Your acceptance into the program will be determined based on the outcome of the screening.
Court-ordered volunteering is NOT accepted at this time.

Essential Capabilities for a Volunteer:

Commit to at least one volunteer shift, per week, for at least three months
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
Ability to take instructions and follow safety protocols
Some volunteer positions (including those that work with the animals) require the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend and lift weights between 5-25 lbs.
Ability to speak and understand English
Ability to tolerate loud noises and unpleasant odors
Ability to walk unaided on uneven and/or rough terrain
Dog handlers/walkers must be able to pass an in-person training. Please note that shelter dogs are usually large and energetic.
Understanding and belief in the mission of Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League

READY TO LEND A PAW?!

To get started volunteering, attend an orientation! All orientations are held via Microsoft Teams. Once you register for an orientation, you will receive an important email that will include links to forms that must be filled out prior to your orientation. You can expect to receive this email one week from your orientation date.

Questions about orientation? Please send an email to volunteering@peggyadams.org.

Volunteer Positions

Volunteers are an extension of the staff at Peggy Adams. Each position has training, scheduling and physical requirements. Review the role descriptions of volunteers needed at Peggy Adams.

Volunteer Positions