Dog volunteer opportunities including caring for the dogs at our Medical Center and in Dog Town at our Adoption Centers, as well as helping potential adopters find the right match. Volunteers play an instrumental role in our mission of building a No Kill community by saving the lives dogs and puppies in need of loving homes.
Looking to give back to man's best friend? {Buzz_Rescue_Name} is the place for you! As a {Buzz_Rescue_Name} Level 1 Volunteer, you will work hands-on with the homeless dogs and puppies in our Adoption Centers.
You will help with:
Whether you're an experienced dog guru or a curious first-timer, homeless dogs need you. Our talented team of volunteers and staff will teach you everything you need to know. The following skills are helpful:
Main Location
{Buzz_Rescue_Physical_Address}
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Ready to take the next step to work with more dogs? {Buzz_Rescue_Name} Level 2 is next on the list!
As a Level 2 Volunteer, in addition to everything you did as a Level 1 Volunteer, you will also be trained to:
As you progress in volunteer leadership, the following skills are very helpful. If you'd like to further develop in any area, let us know, and we'll guide you to the right training program or pair you with a mentor:
Main Location
{Buzz_Rescue_Physical_Address}
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
As your dog training and behavior enrichment experience grows, take the next step by becoming a Behavioral Program Volunteer.
Behavioral Program Volunteers are specially trained to work with our Behavioral Program Dogs. Many of these dogs are overcoming neglect, trauma or abandonment or have not had the right socialization.
As a Behavioral Program Volunteer, you will continue to help with Level 2 Volunteer activities, but you will also:
As you progress in volunteer leadership, the following skills are very important:
Main Location
{Buzz_Rescue_Physical_Address}
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Our Medical Center is the first stop for all dogs coming to PAWS Chicago. Some require just a couple days before being cleared for adoption. But others need extensive medical care, surgery, isolation or fostering before being ready to move to one of our Adoption Centers.
As a Medical Center Volunteer, your work may include:
Our Medical Center is a fast-paced, hospital environment. Volunteers must:
Main Location
{Buzz_Rescue_Physical_Address}
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Do you have medical training you want to put to good use? Our shelter medicine veterinarians and veterinary technicians would love your help!
You can gain valuable experience in the growing veterinary specialty of shelter medicine while helping save lives. By becoming a Veterinary Support Volunteer, you will help treat and socialize our more critical animals and support our veterinary teams in day-to-day and advanced treatment.
Our Veterinary Support Volunteers start by shadowing our veterinary teams on their rounds, learning about {Buzz_Rescue_Name}’s shelter medicine program first-hand.
Depending on your level of experience, our team will train you to:
In addition, volunteer veterinarians are welcome to assist with surgery, medical checks and a variety of other veterinary needs.
Our Medical Center is a fast-paced, hospital environment. Volunteers must:
Main Location
{Buzz_Rescue_Physical_Address}
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Every homeless pet that walks out our doors with a new family is indebted to our Adoption Counselors, who are key to adoption success!
As an Adoption Counselor, you are part of a family milestone that has a huge positive impact on an animal.
By developing an understanding of an adopter’s experience with pets, home environment and family structure, you will ensure that the new family has the information and home environment that will lead to long-term success with the pet they have selected.
Main Location
{Buzz_Rescue_Physical_Address}
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
