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Become a Volunteer

Are you interested in helping homeless animals? Do you like to walk dogs, cuddle cats, or bathe puppies? If you are looking for a truly rewarding volunteer experience that will make you AND some very deserving pets feel good, then we have just the opportunity you've been looking for- become a volunteer at Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter!

Volunteer Positions Available:

· Dog Walker/Socializer: Walk adoptable shelter dogs on the community bike path or just play in the yard. Provide much needed individual attention to the dogs.

· Dog Kennel Assistant: Assist shelter staff in cleaning the dog kennels and feeding and watering the adoptable shelter dogs and puppies. Must be available Tues.-Sat. from 9 AM - 11 AM or 4PM - 5PM ( 2PM - 3PM Sat.)

· Cat Room Assistant: Assist shelter staff in cleaning the cat condos and feeding and watering the adoptable shelter cats and kittens. Must be available Tues.- Sat. from 9 AM - 11 AM or 4PM - 5PM ( 2PM - 3PM Sat.)

· Cat Cuddler: Spend one on one time with the cats and kittens available for adoption. Brushing, cuddling and playing with the felines is required.

· Dog Walker/Socializer: Walk adoptable shelter dogs on the community bike path or just play in the yard. Provide much needed individual attention to the dogs.

· Dog Bathing/Medical Assistant: Spend some time bathing and brushing adoptable shelter dogs and puppies. You will also assist shelter staff as needed while they perform routine medical testing or vaccinations on shelter dogs and/or cats.

· Pet Picture Takers: Take photos of adoptable cats, kittens, puppies, and dogs using the shelter's digital camera. The photos are used on the Petfinder website and the Channel 12 cable ads. A team of two volunteers is ideal.

· Clerical: Assist shelter staff in compiling and updating adoption folders for each adoptable shelter pet. Writing thank you cards and computer input are also included in this much needed position!

· Pet Visits to Care Centers: Take shelter pets to visit local care centers. This is a day brightener for the residents, pets, and volunteers!


· Humane Educators: Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter will be developing humane education programs to present to schools and community groups. We are looking for people who enjoy speaking and are interested in sharing information on topics including the importance of spaying and neutering, responsible pet care, and dog bite prevention.

· Special Events Help: Volunteers are needed to help with regular events including: Gourmet Double Chocolate Caramel Apple production and sales in February, Woofstock in September, and the Lighted Christmas Parade living window in December.

 

 

Help Our Shelter




Shelter Wish List

*Animal Traps
*Feliway Products
*Small electronic fire safe
*Small plastic swimming pools for the dogs to play in
*Canon # 30 ink cartridges
*Dry Puppy food
*Dry Kitten food
*Canned cat and dog food
*Cat litter (non-clumping) -we can never have too much cat litter!
*Rawhide bones
*Digital picture frame
*Pig ears
*Dog collars, new or used; small ones (12"-16") are especially needed
*Cat collars, new or used
*Leashes, new or used (nylon preferred)
*Squeaky toys
*Heated water bowls
*Peanut butter (for Kongs)
*Cat treats and toys
*Paper towels
*Liquid bleach
*Laundry detergent
*Garbage bags
*Kongs
*Postage Stamps
*Digital Camera
*Office Supplies
*DVD Player (for adopters to watch a video on pet care)
*Gas Cards
*Hy Vee gift cards
*Stuffed animals for the dogs to play with
*Pocket Folders (for adoption info)
*HP 61 Ink Cartridges
*AA Batteries
*Rawhides
 

 

Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter

2299 235th Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Phone: 641-673-3991
Email: smasadoptions@mahaska.org
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