Handi-Dogs

Our volunteers work directly with our students, both in the classroom and out in the community. If you like helping people, this work is satisfying, educational, and fun! You may be asked to assist physically (putting out chairs, filling water bowls, occasionally handling dogs), mentally (reminding and clarifying for people what is being taught), and emotionally (providing support, encouragement, and positive feedback). This is not a high-activity position. Dog training requires a lot of patience, observation, and waiting. You may be helping people who experience cognitive delays, so patience with people is a must.

No prior experience is necessary. You will be learning the latest information about dog behavior and positive dog training techniques, and have the opportunity to attend supplemental volunteer training classes.

Commitment:

You will be assigned to a specific class that will meet at the same time and day for 10 weeks. Classes are held Monday-Friday between the hours of 10:00 am and 4:30 pm. (We do not have evening or weekend classes). Classes are about 90 minutes long, plus set-up and clean-up, so expect to make a commitment of about 2 hours a week.

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Eligibility:

You must be able to commit to a 10-week session.

Disabilities are accommodated. You will not be required to stand/sit for lengthy periods of time, or be asked to do anything that you are not physically capable of doing.

Dress is casual and comfortable (dogs shed). Please do not use any heavily scented products (such as perfumes, colognes, and hair spray).

We currently do not have any volunteer opportunities for children or young teens.

Volunteer Application