3650 State Road 60  Slinger, Wisconsin

     Inspected and licensed by the Dept. of Animal Health-DATCP. License #266935-DS.

 

Volunteer Corner
 


"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." ~ Gandhi

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.” ~ Elizabeth Andrew

  
 



   Welcome to our Volunteer Corner and thank you for your interest in volunteering!

  
 

  • Due to the size of our shelter, we cannot always accommodate all
    applicants, and some opportunities are limited. 

  • We take applicants based on our current shelter needs and
    opportunities     available.

  • Please take a look at the descriptions of our opportunities below.
    They include the requirements and times that the programs run.

  • Current needs are designated with a .

  • Please note that we do not allow kids under the age of 8 to volunteer.

  • Any questions, please contact Kerry Kasten, Volunteer Coordinator, at (262) 677-0731 or volunteer@washingtoncountyhumane.org to setup an appointment to discuss further.

  • After reviewing the opportunities below, if you are interested in volunteering, please first complete our Volunteer Commitment Form to start the process and mail it to:

  
 

            The Washington County Humane Society
                                Attn: Kerry
                         3650 State Road 60
                          Slinger, WI  53086

  
 

Volunteer Opportunities		  
 
 
 

FOSTER CARE - Share your love, compassion, and home with a special needs animal until a suitable home can be found.  In exchange for caring for the animal, we provide all the necessary litter, food, equipment, and medication for each animal.  We suggest having a room to quarantine animals from your pets/kids/etc. to ensure the safety and health of your household pet(s).  Our Foster Care program requires a home visit from our Volunteer Coordinator.

  
 
 
  POST FOR PAWS - Post for Paws is a new volunteer opportunity!  Work from home in your spare time printing and posting flyers to get the word out about the various events and happenings at the shelter.  Volunteers need a home computer and printer.  Adults only.  
 
 
  SHELTER CLEANING - Interact with adoptable cats while providing them with a clean cage.  Clean cat cages, scoop litter pans, and do dishes & laundry.  These are just some of the many duties of the morning cat cleaners.  Volunteers commit to one morning per week from 8 a.m.-12 p.m.  Adults only.

 
 
 
  VOLUNTEER ADOPTION COUNSELORS - Greet people as they arrive at the shelter.  Take them around to see our adoptable animals.  Work with customers to match animals with suitable homes.  Volunteers commit to one day per week.  Hours are Monday 1 p.m.-7 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 1 p.m.-5 p.m., or Wednesday 5 p.m.-8 p.m..  Adults only.  
 
 
  FELINE INTERVENTION PROGRAM (FIP) - Do you LOVE cats and enjoy socializing them?  Volunteers are needed to play, groom, and hang out with our adoptable ADULT cats.  No kittens participate in this program.  Hours for the program are Monday through Saturday between the hours of 8 a.m.-12 p.m.  Kids 8-17 (with a parent) and adults can participate in our FIP program.
 		  
 
 
  BEST FOOT FORWARD (BFF) - Do you enjoy dogs?  Looking to get some exercise?  Then the Best Foot Forward dog walking program is for you!  Give our adoptable dogs the attention and exercise they need.  Dog walking is done Monday through Saturday between the hours of 8 a.m.-12 p.m.  Kids 8-17 (with a parent) and adults can participate in our BFF program.  Great opportunity for families, students, and retirees!   
 
 
  SPECIAL EVENTS - WCHS has several events in the summer and fall and we are always looking for volunteers to help.  If you work and/or have limited time, but would like to help a couple times a year, special events may be a fit for you.  This can involve anything from baking, making crafts, setting up and breaking down, and helping at the event.  Scouts, school groups (12 years and older), and adults are a fit for various aspects of this opportunity.  
 
 
  PET-A-PET THERAPY PROGRAM - Our Pet-A-Pet Therapy Program is a wonderful way to brighten up your day and the day of someone who needs your time and the love of your special pet.  Consider sharing your favorite pet with residents of nursing homes and those with special needs.  Once your pet is approved, volunteers are able to schedule the day and time each week the fits into their schedule.  All Pet-A-Pet animals must be up-to-date on immunizations.  Adults only.  
 
 
  GREETERS - We are looking for adults to greet customers when they visit the shelter. Greeters are helpful with donations and answering general questions from the visitors. A fun position for retired adults! Hours are flexible: Mondays 1-7pm, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 1-5pm, Wednesdays 5-8pm. Closed Sundays.    
 
 
 

 

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM (A.S.P.) - The A.S.P. is for students 14-18 years old looking to get experience in the animal care field.  The program offers students the opportunity to learn more about the day to day care of WCHS’s adoptable shelter animals.  Volunteer applicants should be comfortable working with all types of animals along with a willingness to learn.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, scooping cat boxes, cage cleaning, kennel touch-ups, potty breaks for adoptable dogs, dishes, laundry, garbage/recycle duty, and general shelter upkeep.  Students commit to one day per week for 2 hours each shift.  Students work in a crew and must work well in this type of setting. 

   
 
 

© 2006 The Washington County Humane Society
3650 State Road 60 Slinger, WI 53086
(262) 677-4388

email: wchs@washingtoncountyhumane.org