Volunteering At an Animal Shelter? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

MeganS · 07-18-2005, 05:34 AM

Yesterday I was watching a movie, it actually wasn't that sad except for the beginning.

But, it made me want to do something. I know you can't save them all, but in the time that the animals have left you can make a difference. I know how sweet shelter dogs can be because I've had one for the last 7 years.

So i decided i want to volunteer at the animal shelter. i asked my mom and she said we can look into it. what do you all think of that?

the only thing I am worried about is that i will be really sad if one gets put to sleep.

So do you tink its a good idea? I figured if i was going to ask anyone what they thought it might as well be you.

Babbie · 07-18-2005, 05:39 AM

Good Idea? Of course.... That is a super nice thing to do...not only helping at a shelter but by helping any animal you can...even if it is just sharing ur knowledge with another dog owner.

TatumsMom · 07-18-2005, 05:42 AM

My daughters (age 9 and 11) have volunteered at our small local shelter this summer. They get to play with the animals that are cooped up all day and help feed them and stuff. Being such a small shelter, there may not be as much to help with as at the bigger ones but they have a good time and feel good knowing that the animals are a little happier!

JCarlson2004 · 07-18-2005, 05:55 AM

I went to www.petfinder.com and you can sign up there to be a volunteer and they will have an animal shelter close to your home contact you. It's a great thing to do and something to be proud of.

MeganS · 07-18-2005, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by JCarlson2004

I went to www.petfinder.com and you can sign up there to be a volunteer and they will have an animal shelter close to your home contact you. It's a great thing to do and something to be proud of.

thats great thank you!! i'll tell my mom about it.
angie-what your kids are doing is wonderful!!!
thank you everyone i will really look into it now!

wnalegria · 07-18-2005, 06:11 AM

I think that is a wonderful idea. You will be stepping forward to help make a differance. Congratulations on this thought that is from the heart.

Wnalegria

MeganS · 07-18-2005, 07:08 AM

OK i have another quesiton. I wanted to volunteer at the edison animal shelter where i got rusty. does any body know how i get to do it? like do i go there and talk to them or something? thanks for helping me with my decision!

Olivier · 07-18-2005, 07:13 AM

This is a great idea .

wollfy · 07-18-2005, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by MeganS

Yesterday I was watching a movie, it actually wasn't that sad except for the beginning.

But, it made me want to do something. I know you can't save them all, but in the time that the animals have left you can make a difference. I know how sweet shelter dogs can be because I've had one for the last 7 years.

So i decided i want to volunteer at the animal shelter. i asked my mom and she said we can look into it. what do you all think of that?

the only thing I am worried about is that i will be really sad if one gets put to sleep.

So do you tink its a good idea? I figured if i was going to ask anyone what they thought it might as well be you.

Megan! I think thats a great idea. I think I will volunteer for a Animal Shelter. My neighor has a resuce and she volunteers for a animal shelter near me. I will ask her about that. Thanks for the idea.

yorkieusa · 07-18-2005, 07:16 AM

Just go talk to someone at the shelter. They can tell you how to go about it.

The only warning I would give you is to be strong and know that some of those animals will be euthanized. It's sad, but true...

JCarlson2004 · 07-18-2005, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by MeganS

OK i have another quesiton. I wanted to volunteer at the edison animal shelter where i got rusty. does any body know how i get to do it? like do i go there and talk to them or something? thanks for helping me with my decision!

You should call them and ask if you need to volunteer in person or over the phone - they may want to meet you because they may have forgotten you when you adopted Rusty. So it might be a good idea to make an appointment and go there. You should let them know the days and times you're available to help.

JCarlson2004 · 07-18-2005, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkieusa

Just go talk to someone at the shelter. They can tell you how to go about it.

The only warning I would give you is to be strong and know that some of those animals will be euthanized. It's sad, but true...

It's true. Some shelters are a "no-kill" shelter but some are. So just be prepared in case you witness anything like that. I have and it's just heart breaking for me. I can't stand to see a cat or dog (mostly cats at the shelter by me) euthanized because they can't find a home. It's just so sad.

MeganS · 07-18-2005, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkieusa

Just go talk to someone at the shelter. They can tell you how to go about it.

The only warning I would give you is to be strong and know that some of those animals will be euthanized. It's sad, but true...

i know exactly what your saying. the shelter gives the dogs like 2 months. and the cats only have like 1 month!! the day we got rusty he had a few days left. he is the sweetest dog ever!!! there was a dog that came in the day we got him. it was so unfriendly i'm sure it got put to sleep. having to go through dealing with that is the only thing i'm worried about. i'm just going to keep thinking that for the time it was here, i made a differance. i think that will help a little. thanks everyone!!!

SoCalyorkiLvr · 07-18-2005, 07:29 AM

I work at the local Humane Society here in San Diego and there is always a need. In the summer they have what they call Pet pal camps and kids over 14 can be trained to help with that program. My kids have all done that and loved it. The shelter I work at is large and they only euthanize if an animal is really old, suffering or terminally ill. I think you can find one like that in your area.

There is usually training invilved and you can call and they will tell you when their next volunteer training is.

Great idea Megan! You will not regret it.

wnalegria · 07-18-2005, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MeganS

OK i have another quesiton. I wanted to volunteer at the edison animal shelter where i got rusty. does any body know how i get to do it? like do i go there and talk to them or something? thanks for helping me with my decision!

I would give them a call and ask for the director. Explain what you want to do. He/ she should be able to place you in contact with the right person.

wnalegria

07-18-2005, 05:34 AM	#1
MeganS Donating YT 7000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 12,016 Blog Entries: 1	Volunteering At an Animal Shelter? Yesterday I was watching a movie, it actually wasn't that sad except for the beginning. But, it made me want to do something. I know you can't save them all, but in the time that the animals have left you can make a difference. I know how sweet shelter dogs can be because I've had one for the last 7 years. So i decided i want to volunteer at the animal shelter. i asked my mom and she said we can look into it. what do you all think of that? the only thing I am worried about is that i will be really sad if one gets put to sleep. So do you tink its a good idea? I figured if i was going to ask anyone what they thought it might as well be you. __________________ Megan "I have my dreams, I have made plans." - The Pirate Queen All Gave Some; Some Gave All

07-18-2005, 05:39 AM	#2
Babbie Got Mojo? Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Miami Posts: 1,117	Good Idea? Of course.... That is a super nice thing to do...not only helping at a shelter but by helping any animal you can...even if it is just sharing ur knowledge with another dog owner. __________________ Thati & Mojo

07-18-2005, 05:42 AM	#3
TatumsMom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: TX Posts: 2,799	My daughters (age 9 and 11) have volunteered at our small local shelter this summer. They get to play with the animals that are cooped up all day and help feed them and stuff. Being such a small shelter, there may not be as much to help with as at the bigger ones but they have a good time and feel good knowing that the animals are a little happier! __________________ ~ Angie

07-18-2005, 05:55 AM	#4
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	I went to www.petfinder.com and you can sign up there to be a volunteer and they will have an animal shelter close to your home contact you. It's a great thing to do and something to be proud of. __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

07-18-2005, 06:11 AM	#6
wnalegria Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Indianapolis Indiana Posts: 815	Volunteering I think that is a wonderful idea. You will be stepping forward to help make a differance. Congratulations on this thought that is from the heart. Wnalegria

07-18-2005, 07:08 AM	#7
MeganS Donating YT 7000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 12,016 Blog Entries: 1	OK i have another quesiton. I wanted to volunteer at the edison animal shelter where i got rusty. does any body know how i get to do it? like do i go there and talk to them or something? thanks for helping me with my decision! __________________ Megan "I have my dreams, I have made plans." - The Pirate Queen All Gave Some; Some Gave All

07-18-2005, 07:13 AM	#8
Olivier Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 2,999	This is a great idea .

07-18-2005, 07:16 AM	#10
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	Just go talk to someone at the shelter. They can tell you how to go about it. The only warning I would give you is to be strong and know that some of those animals will be euthanized. It's sad, but true...

07-18-2005, 07:29 AM	#14
SoCalyorkiLvr BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 8,246	I work at the local Humane Society here in San Diego and there is always a need. In the summer they have what they call Pet pal camps and kids over 14 can be trained to help with that program. My kids have all done that and loved it. The shelter I work at is large and they only euthanize if an animal is really old, suffering or terminally ill. I think you can find one like that in your area. There is usually training invilved and you can call and they will tell you when their next volunteer training is. Great idea Megan! You will not regret it.