Volunteer

  PC VOLUNTEER

We are always looking to add new members to our Pawsitive Connections (PC) team!

Volunteer positions include (but are not limited to): 


Adoption Event Helpers

Event Helpers arrive before the event start time to assist with the following:

  • Set up crates
  • Unload dogs
  • Feed and water


During the Event, Helpers are expected to:

  • Clean up messes
  • Replenish food and water
  • Spend time with pups
  • Interact with potential adopters
  • Take pictures/videos of adoptable pups


Microchip Data Entry

If you would like to help, but are limited on the amount of time you can assist, entering microchip data of adopted PC pups is a great way to contribute without having to sacrifice a lot of time. Volunteers who enter microchip data must be at least 18 years of age. The required data and directions are provided. Volunteer must have access to a computer or laptop.


Foster

Foster a dog or puppies in your home while PC provides all the necessary supplies needed to properly care for your PC Foster Pup. A PC representative is always available to answer any questions or concerns. Foster responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Love the foster pup(s) as your own
  • Provide adequate care
  • Take lots of pictures and videos to share with our Social Media Coordinator
  • Take to vet appointments
  • Transport to and from Kingsburg location as needed
  • Update PC regularly about behavior, house manners, and potential medical issues (when in doubt, reach out)


Like/Comment/Share 

One of the easiest ways our community can contribute to our cause is to like, comment, and share our social media posts. Raising awareness of our mission and our accomplishments goes a long way in helping us achieve our goal to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome pets in need. (No application necessary)


Check out our FAQs.

If you would like to apply for any of these positions, please contact us using any of the methods on the Contact Us page to receive more information and request an application.

FAQ's

Can I be a foster parent if I don't live near Kingsburg?

 

  • The majority of our foster homes live locally because our foster parents are responsible for transporting pups to their vet appointments, etc. In the event of a medical emergency, our pups need to be close to our vets for care.

 

How old do I have to be to volunteer?

 

  • Short answer, 16. Long answer, it depends! To be a foster parent you must be at least 21 years of age or have an adult in your home who will be the primary caretaker for the dog(s). To be an event volunteer, the general age is 16, but we welcome younger applicants and can keep you in mind for future positions. 

 

Do I need dog experience to volunteer?

 

  • No experience necessary! If you haven't worked with dogs before that is okay, but we ask volunteers be open and willing to learn from our existing volunteers and staff. There are also ways to help without having to work directly with our pups. As you grow with us, you will be able to take on more responsibilities, if you so choose.

 

If I'm an event volunteer, how often am I expected to be at events?

 

  • When signing up to be an event volunteer, we require a full day shift (11am-5pm) for the first time. After that, you can either stay the whole day or pick between a morning shift (11am-2pm) or an afternoon shift (2pm-closing). We want our volunteers to be knowledgeable, but that takes a little time. For this reason, we ask that you attend events as regularly as possible. 

 

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