Volunteer Directly with Kids & Shelter Dogs this October!

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ORGANIZATION: K9 Youth Alliance

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We are currently seeking 30 responsible adults to mentor student-dog teams in our 3-week Fall program: October 14 - November 1, Mon - Fri, 3:45-6:45PM.

Volunteers will work directly with student-dog teams to train them on dog handling. DAILY BASICS include:

  • Arrive at designated time and place for staff briefing
  • Set up space for training and retrieve shelter dog from designated staff for potty walk
  • 1st hour - students train their dogs using reward-based, force free methods, volunteers support students as they learn
  • 2nd hour - classroom type activities. Volunteers support students, both 1:1 and as a group during discussions, presentations and tours
  • Return dog to designated staff after program
  • Volunteers are also charged with maintaining the safety of the students/dogs in all aspects of the program

QUESTIONS or INTERESTED? Contact: eavie@k9youthalliance.org

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About K9 Youth Alliance

Location:

556 South Fair Oaks Ave Ste 101-566, Pasadena, CA 91105, US

Mission Statement

K9 Youth Alliance enriches the lives of youth from under-resourced communities while preparing abandoned shelter dogs for permanent homes.

Description

Program volunteers recruited on an on-going basis. Program volunteers will work directly with a student-dog team and must be 21 or older.

CAUSE AREAS

Animals
Children & Youth
Community
Animals, Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

Mon Oct 14, 2024 - Fri Nov 01, 2024
03:45 PM - 06:45 PM

WHERE

3230 East Del Mar BoulevardPasadena, CA 91107

(34.14151,-118.08344)
 

DATE POSTED

October 5, 2024

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • Three days a week
  • The ideal volunteer should: Be inspired by the opportunity to help kids and shelter dogs Be able to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments Be on your feet and active for roughly 3 hours a day Clear a criminal background check

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