Volunteer at the Animal Shelter: Get Involved
| Animal Shelter Volunteer Opportunities |
| Phone: (812) 349-3872 |
How To VolunteerOur volunteers are our most important asset and they do a remarkable job helping us help the animals. Volunteers help in almost every capacity of our operation. We are sure to have an opportunity that suits your interests and abilities. If you would like to join our volunteer team, here is what you need to do.
If you have any questions you may contact the Volunteer Program Director, Kathy Obrakta, at 812-349-3872, or email her at shelter-volunteer@bloomington.in.gov The PDF version of the Volunteer Program application form and release can be downloaded Volunteer Application (PDF 31.64 KB) |
IT'S YOUR CHOICE!
Caring, dependable volunteers are always needed. Choose the task that best suits your interests and abilities!
Adoption Counselor:
Greet visitors to our Adoption Center and help them select a pet to be part of their family. Review adoption applications and educate potential adopters about shelter policies and procedures. Extensive training is provided.
Canine-ality Tester:
Assess our adoptable dogs' personalities using a simple and fun series of exercises developed by the ASPCA. Extensive training is provided.
Cat Care:
Clean cat cages. Brush and socialize cats.
Dog Walkers:
Take dogs for walks and playtime in our fenced yards.
Foster Program:
Provide a short-term home to shelter animals until they are adopted.
Front Desk:
Answer phones and assist with clerical work. Must have good computer skills and be able to work in a busy environment.
General Animal Care:
Take a two hour shift any day of the week helping wherever needed such as washing dishes, doing laundry, opening newspapers, walking dogs or socializing cats.
Headstart Trainer:
Train our dogs in basic obedience commands and manners using a system of positive rewards. Extensive training is provided.
Photographer:
Join the "Say Cheese Committee" and take a weekly shift to photograph adoptable animals for our website and help produce our weekly adoptables posters.
Special Events Handlers:
Handle dogs and supervise cats at weekly offsite adoption events. Greet visitors and answer questions about animals for adoption.
Volunteers are a valuable part of the lifesaving work being done every day at Bloomington Animal Care and Control. Turn Your Compassion Into Action - Volunteer Today!
Get Involved! Volunteers are always needed to help care for the companion animals in the Shelter. Learn about the many different ways you can help by exploring the following volunteer opportunities available at the Shelter.
Volunteer Application
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Become an Animal Shelter Foster Guardian | |
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Provide a temporary home for animals in need while they await adoption. |