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~We ask that our volunteers commit a minimum of 2 hours a week ~


Dog Kennel Technician Volunteer

Responsibilities:

  • Clean and sanitize inside and outside kennels as directed and trained.
  • Feeding and watering the dogs as trained. 
  • Washing, sanitizing, drying and storing kennel dishes as trained.
  • Replace bedding materials as needed.
  • Look for signs of distress/illness in the animals.

Qualifications:

  • 18 years old.  
  • Willingness to get dirty. 
  • Past and/or present dog ownership desired. 
  • Must have patience with over active canines. 
  • Must be able to handle large active canines. 

Responsible to: Volunteer coordinator and kennel technician trainer.

Training Provided: Trained volunteers/personnel will give a minimum of 2 hours of training.  Training will consist of both verbal and hands on training.  Upon completion of training the trainee will be responsible for following up and asking questions. 

Dog Walker

Responsibilities:

  • Remove dog from kennel with the least distress to other canines.
  • Provide an ample supply of water before, during, and after training. 
  • Positive rewarding of good behavior.
  • Socialization of the canines, including brushing and fun time.
  • Look for signs of distress/illness in the animals.
Importance of Position: To teach canines how to walk comfortably on a leash.  To give dogs basic training in sit, down, stay and off commands so they will become more desirable for prospective adopting families.

Qualifications: 18 years old.   Willingness to get dirty.  Past and/or present dog ownership desired.  Must have patience with over active canines.  Must be able to handle large and/or untrained canines. 

Responsible to: Volunteer coordinator and chosen FMAR dog trainer.

Training Provided: Trained volunteers/personnel will give a minimum of 1 hour of training.  Training will consist of both verbal and hands on training.  Upon completion of training the trainee will be responsible for following up and asking questions. 
Please return to the Volunteer Page to fill out the form

FMAR is very serious about creating and keeping a positive volunteer program.  We ask that you give 24-hour notice if you can't make your designated volunteer times and dates.  We also ask that you commit to your volunteer dates and times for a minimum 6-month period.  Thank you so much for your support and commitment to our mission and goals.

Contact list provided during training period.

 
  
 
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