Opportunities From: Lost Our Home Pet Rescue

Volunteer: Shelter Care

SHELTER CARE

NOTE: MUST HAVE COMPLETED ORIENTATION VIDEO AND A SHADOW SHIFT TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

If you still need to complete either:

Orientation VideoShadow Shift


Shelter Care builds on your Shadow Shift training. It's your first chance to help our Animal Care, Medical, and Programs teams, while building confidence moving around the shelter. Every bit helps us give our pets greater care and reach more pets and people in need!

You'll support daily care by helping with:

laundry and dishescleaning kennelslogging donationssweeping / moppingrestocking and organizing suppliestagging in on other special projects & support

Not sure where to begin?

Ask an Animal Care Technician (ACT), or the Volunteer Coordinator, Chris Walker, when you arriveThere's also a reminder "cheat sheet" on each task's steps near its area. We're always here to support you!

If you have any trouble registering for your shift, please contact volunteering@lostourhome.org for assistance

Please remember to check in on site at the volunteer kiosk (behind front desk), wear your badge, and check out after your shift. 

Thank you for helping create calm, clean, and caring spaces for every pet at Lost Our Home!

Program: Shelter Volunteering

SHELTER CARE

NOTE: MUST HAVE COMPLETED ORIENTATION VIDEO AND A SHADOW SHIFT TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

If you still need to complete either:

Orientation VideoShadow Shift


Shelter Care builds on your Shadow Shift training. It's your first chance to help our Animal Care, Medical, and Programs teams, while building confidence moving around the shelter. Every bit helps us give our pets greater care and reach more pets and people in need!

You'll support daily care by helping with:

laundry and dishescleaning kennelslogging donationssweeping / moppingrestocking and organizing suppliestagging in on other special projects & support

Not sure where to begin?

Ask an Animal Care Technician (ACT), or the Volunteer Coordinator, Chris Walker, when you arriveThere's also a reminder "cheat sheet" on each task's steps near its area. We're always here to support you!

If you have any trouble registering for your shift, please contact volunteering@lostourhome.org for assistance

Please remember to check in on site at the volunteer kiosk (behind front desk), wear your badge, and check out after your shift. 

Thank you for helping create calm, clean, and caring spaces for every pet at Lost Our Home!

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Puppy Socialization

PUPPY ENRICHMENT & SOCIALIZATIONNote: Must have completed at least Green Paw Dog Training to register for a shift

Sign up for Green / Yellow Paw Dog Training to get ready HERE

This shift is meant to help our amazing but in-need of training puppies in the shelter and give them quality time away from kennels. As of this Fall, we have a TON. Can include:

Play in the playroom - NOTE: if ON Puppy Protocol, should only be going here or the X-Pen in Dog IntakeDog Walking & Agility Training (only for the puppies OFF Puppy Protocol - like Rockwell, Madison, Yuka)Reading, Petting, Brushing, etc...

Kindly remember especially for the puppies:

Please mop the playroom after useBe mindful to tidy up their kennel before returning the puppiesBe sure to note all enrichment on the boardObserve puppy protocol (gowns, gloves, bleach) when it appliesEven taking them to the playroom, introducing them to different types of bowls, food puzzles, toys, etc., would be really beneficial. Having them walk on different surfaces (can be as silly as a lid to a large container) and using treats to lure them could help. Bringing the ball pit in that room could be great. If we could get a collapse-able wagon and bring them to the big playroom to spend time and do different things, it would be wonderful. 
Resources: Practical Tips to Boost Your Shelter’s Puppy Socialization GamePuppy-Socialization-Training-and-Enrichment-3.pdfCanine-Enrichment.pdf


Upon Arrival, please do:

Check in at the Volunteer Kiosk (behind the front desk) & gather your name badgeFind an ACT (Animal Care Technician) for guidance and update marker boards with any enrichment provided or if yarding/walking any dogObserve "Puppy Protocol" (see signs around kennels) if interacting at all with puppies - we need to keep the little ones safe!

Questions? Please reach out via email at volunteering@lostourhome.org - we're here to help!

Program: Shelter Volunteering

PUPPY ENRICHMENT & SOCIALIZATIONNote: Must have completed at least Green Paw Dog Training to register for a shift

Sign up for Green / Yellow Paw Dog Training to get ready HERE

This shift is meant to help our amazing but in-need of training puppies in the shelter and give them quality time away from kennels. As of this Fall, we have a TON. Can include:

Play in the playroom - NOTE: if ON Puppy Protocol, should only be going here or the X-Pen in Dog IntakeDog Walking & Agility Training (only for the puppies OFF Puppy Protocol - like Rockwell, Madison, Yuka)Reading, Petting, Brushing, etc...

Kindly remember especially for the puppies:

Please mop the playroom after useBe mindful to tidy up their kennel before returning the puppiesBe sure to note all enrichment on the boardObserve puppy protocol (gowns, gloves, bleach) when it appliesEven taking them to the playroom, introducing them to different types of bowls, food puzzles, toys, etc., would be really beneficial. Having them walk on different surfaces (can be as silly as a lid to a large container) and using treats to lure them could help. Bringing the ball pit in that room could be great. If we could get a collapse-able wagon and bring them to the big playroom to spend time and do different things, it would be wonderful. 
Resources: Practical Tips to Boost Your Shelter’s Puppy Socialization GamePuppy-Socialization-Training-and-Enrichment-3.pdfCanine-Enrichment.pdf


Upon Arrival, please do:

Check in at the Volunteer Kiosk (behind the front desk) & gather your name badgeFind an ACT (Animal Care Technician) for guidance and update marker boards with any enrichment provided or if yarding/walking any dogObserve "Puppy Protocol" (see signs around kennels) if interacting at all with puppies - we need to keep the little ones safe!

Questions? Please reach out via email at volunteering@lostourhome.org - we're here to help!

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Bank

**FOOD BANK**

Please complete at least one Donation Logging Training shift first HERE 

These shifts are so valuable to our shelter's Food Bank program, which last year delivered 128,000+ meals to pet families in need, 100% from donations. Shifts may include:

food/supply transportinventory tracking and rotation for freshnessdonation logging, dating, and organizingstocking donated foods and supplies

If you have great attention to detail, and don't mind working on your feet, this may well the job for you!

Please understand food bank labor needs are dependent on donations and needs may, at times, vary. We ask that any Food Bank/Donation Logging volunteers help with Shelter Care if there is not enough to do in the Food Bank.

Contact us at volunteering@lostourhome.org with any questions before your shift. We're here for your support!

Thank you for all of your help!

Your Friends at Lost Our Home

Program: Shelter Volunteering

**FOOD BANK**

Please complete at least one Donation Logging Training shift first HERE 

These shifts are so valuable to our shelter's Food Bank program, which last year delivered 128,000+ meals to pet families in need, 100% from donations. Shifts may include:

food/supply transportinventory tracking and rotation for freshnessdonation logging, dating, and organizingstocking donated foods and supplies

If you have great attention to detail, and don't mind working on your feet, this may well the job for you!

Please understand food bank labor needs are dependent on donations and needs may, at times, vary. We ask that any Food Bank/Donation Logging volunteers help with Shelter Care if there is not enough to do in the Food Bank.

Contact us at volunteering@lostourhome.org with any questions before your shift. We're here for your support!

Thank you for all of your help!

Your Friends at Lost Our Home

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dog Grooming Volunteer

Dog Grooming Volunteer

The Dog Grooming Volunteer opportunity changes as our needs change! This is perfect for anyone with some pet grooming experience looking to make a difference. We have a full bathing/grooming station! Just need some skilled people to operate it.

This opportunity is set up flexibly without defined "shifts" on the portal - if you're signing up new, please click "Respond" and email volunteering@lostourhome.org and we can help get you started!

Please be sure to coordinate with us ahead of time for pets' and space sake. Referrals welcome!

Thank you for all you do!

Your Friends at Lost Our Home Pet Rescue

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Dog Grooming Volunteer

The Dog Grooming Volunteer opportunity changes as our needs change! This is perfect for anyone with some pet grooming experience looking to make a difference. We have a full bathing/grooming station! Just need some skilled people to operate it.

This opportunity is set up flexibly without defined "shifts" on the portal - if you're signing up new, please click "Respond" and email volunteering@lostourhome.org and we can help get you started!

Please be sure to coordinate with us ahead of time for pets' and space sake. Referrals welcome!

Thank you for all you do!

Your Friends at Lost Our Home Pet Rescue

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Medical Volunteer

Medical Volunteer

The Medical Volunteer opportunity changes as our needs change! This is perfect for anyone seriously considering anything in the veterinary/medical world, or those already experienced looking to make a difference.

This opportunity is set up flexibly without defined "shifts" on the portal - if you're signing up new, please click "Respond" and email volunteering@lostourhome.org and we can help get you started!

Students Looking to Shadow: Please plan on a Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday based on current medical team availability and contact us to schedule

Current Licensed Vet/Medical Professionals looking to lend a hand? We'd love the help. Surgery days are Wednesdays or Fridays typically, or if you're able to contribute time/resources in another way, happy to coordinate as well.

Thank you for all you do!

Your Friends at Lost Our Home Pet Rescue

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Medical Volunteer

The Medical Volunteer opportunity changes as our needs change! This is perfect for anyone seriously considering anything in the veterinary/medical world, or those already experienced looking to make a difference.

This opportunity is set up flexibly without defined "shifts" on the portal - if you're signing up new, please click "Respond" and email volunteering@lostourhome.org and we can help get you started!

Students Looking to Shadow: Please plan on a Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday based on current medical team availability and contact us to schedule

Current Licensed Vet/Medical Professionals looking to lend a hand? We'd love the help. Surgery days are Wednesdays or Fridays typically, or if you're able to contribute time/resources in another way, happy to coordinate as well.

Thank you for all you do!

Your Friends at Lost Our Home Pet Rescue

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Cat Enrichment

CAT ENRICHMENT

NOTE: REQUIRES GREEN PAW CAT TRAINING TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

Green Paw Cat Class Times 

This shift is meant to give enrichment to the cats in our shelter. 

This can include anything from aromatherapy, bubbles, reading, grooming, to simply giving them affection!

Your help is also needed to keep the rooms clean by scooping litter boxes, refilling water bowls, and sweeping up the floors.

Thank You!

Program: Shelter Volunteering

CAT ENRICHMENT

NOTE: REQUIRES GREEN PAW CAT TRAINING TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

Green Paw Cat Class Times 

This shift is meant to give enrichment to the cats in our shelter. 

This can include anything from aromatherapy, bubbles, reading, grooming, to simply giving them affection!

Your help is also needed to keep the rooms clean by scooping litter boxes, refilling water bowls, and sweeping up the floors.

Thank You!

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dog Enrichment

DOG ENRICHMENT

Note: Must have completed at least Green Paw Dog Training to register for a shift

Sign up for Green / Yellow Paw Dog Training to get ready HERE

This shift is meant to help our dogs decompress while here at the shelter and give them quality time away from kennels. Can include:

Play in the yards and in the play room - fetch, tug of war, etc.Dog Walking (when below 90 degrees) Agility training with our hurdles, play hoops, obstacle course, etc.Treadmill training (ask Volunteer Coordinator or ACT if interested!)Reading, Petting, Brushing, etc...

Kindly remember to check water and clean up any "messes" in their kennel.

Upon Arrival, please do:

Check in at the Volunteer Kiosk (behind the front desk) & gather your name badgeFind an ACT (Animal Care Technician) for guidance and update marker boards with any enrichment provided or if yarding/walking any dogObserve "Puppy Protocol" (see signs around kennels) if interacting at all with puppies - we need to keep the little ones safe!

Questions? Please reach out via email at volunteering@lostourhome.org - we're here to help!

See below for a handy refresher on Paw Colors, and please work with only dogs that match your training level:

Program: Shelter Volunteering

DOG ENRICHMENT

Note: Must have completed at least Green Paw Dog Training to register for a shift

Sign up for Green / Yellow Paw Dog Training to get ready HERE

This shift is meant to help our dogs decompress while here at the shelter and give them quality time away from kennels. Can include:

Play in the yards and in the play room - fetch, tug of war, etc.Dog Walking (when below 90 degrees) Agility training with our hurdles, play hoops, obstacle course, etc.Treadmill training (ask Volunteer Coordinator or ACT if interested!)Reading, Petting, Brushing, etc...

Kindly remember to check water and clean up any "messes" in their kennel.

Upon Arrival, please do:

Check in at the Volunteer Kiosk (behind the front desk) & gather your name badgeFind an ACT (Animal Care Technician) for guidance and update marker boards with any enrichment provided or if yarding/walking any dogObserve "Puppy Protocol" (see signs around kennels) if interacting at all with puppies - we need to keep the little ones safe!

Questions? Please reach out via email at volunteering@lostourhome.org - we're here to help!

See below for a handy refresher on Paw Colors, and please work with only dogs that match your training level:

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Service Learning: Job Shadowing

For Service Learning students seeking shadowing opportunities. Requires additional coordinating with us at volunteering@lostourhome.org

Program: Shelter Volunteering

For Service Learning students seeking shadowing opportunities. Requires additional coordinating with us at volunteering@lostourhome.org

Program: Shelter Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 85282

Allow Groups: No