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Got Love? Volunteer
Steps for becoming a Kauai Humane Society Volunteer
- Register for a Volunteer Orientation by email: pam@kauaihumane.org
- Attend the 90 minute Volunteer Orientation
- Fill out application
- Read and sign our Code of Ethics
- Interview with Volunteer Coordinator
- Attend the 60-minute Animal Handling Class
- Spend two hours with a mentor
Volunteers are 'ohana. As a volunteer, you are the key to our success and a huge part of what makes Kauai Humane Society such a great organization. Volunteers provide a valuable service by helping animals and assisting in community programs. Volunteers learn new skills, meet new people and find their work rewarding.
Come Make a Difference for the Animals
Volunteering in any capacity requires completion of our Volunteer Orientation. After orientation we will spend some time getting to know which areas of the organization are best suited for you. After the interview you will be scheduled to take an Animal Handling Class. Areas of greatest need are walking dogs on a regular basis, supporting staff with chores to help keep our shelter a clean and safe environment; and so much more.
For more information call Pam at 634-2405 or email at pam@kauaihumane.org
9:00 to 10:30 a.m. the second Saturday monthly
3:30 to 5:00 p.m. the fourth Tuesday monthly
Volunteer Opportunities
Socializing dogs:
Play with puppies, walk dogs and assist with bathing, feeding and cleaning. Assistance with the daily cleaning is greatly appreciated so we can all spend more time playing with our dogs.
Cattery assistance:
Exercise and play with kittens and cats; assist with grooming and clearing the litter pans.
Foster Parent:
Provide temporary home care for kittens, puppies not yet old enough for adoption. Helping shy dogs and cats come out of their shell. Providing a calm and loving space for animals with medical situations that need extra TLC. Additional training is provided for Foster Families.
Photographer:
Increase an animal's chance of adoption by routinely photography them for our website and other
marketing materials.
Special Events:
Assist with special events and outreach which advocates for animals, educate the public, and raises awareness of the Kauai Humane Society and our mission.
Humane Education Assistant:
Lend a hand in classroom presentations and our ever-growing Critter Camps for school age children.
PALS Program:
Help the elderly and ill with their companion animals by providing pet care assistance. You may also want to share your loveable pet with the residents of nursing homes, hospitals and special care facilities. Pet certifications for the PALS program are scheduled after completion of the volunteer orientation.
Thrift Store Clerk:
Assist our Thrift Shop team by helping sort donations, stock merchandise and provide excellent customer service to our wonderful patrons and supporters.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age to work alone. Children, aged 8-17 may volunteer with an adult.
We ask that you please wear closed toe shoes for your safety working with the animals.