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1 person is interested
Volunteer Directly with Kids & Shelter Dogs this October!
ORGANIZATION: K9 Youth Alliance
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
We are currently seeking 30 responsible adults to mentor student-dog teams in our 3-week Fall program: October 14 - November 1, Mon - Fri, 3:45-6:45PM.
Volunteers will work directly with student-dog teams to train them on dog handling. DAILY BASICS include:
- Arrive at designated time and place for staff briefing
- Set up space for training and retrieve shelter dog from designated staff for potty walk
- 1st hour - students train their dogs using reward-based, force free methods, volunteers support students as they learn
- 2nd hour - classroom type activities. Volunteers support students, both 1:1 and as a group during discussions, presentations and tours
- Return dog to designated staff after program
- Volunteers are also charged with maintaining the safety of the students/dogs in all aspects of the program
QUESTIONS or INTERESTED? Contact: eavie@k9youthalliance.org
More opportunities with K9 Youth Alliance
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About K9 Youth Alliance
Location:
556 South Fair Oaks Ave Ste 101-566, Pasadena, CA 91105, US
Mission Statement
K9 Youth Alliance enriches the lives of youth from under-resourced communities while preparing abandoned shelter dogs for permanent homes.
Description
Program volunteers recruited on an on-going basis. Program volunteers will work directly with a student-dog team and must be 21 or older.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Pasadena, CA 91107
DATE POSTED
October 16, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Three days a week
- The ideal volunteer should: Be inspired by the opportunity to help kids and shelter dogs Be able to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments Be on your feet and active for roughly 3 hours a day Clear a criminal background check