Volunteer Directly with Kids & Shelter Dogs this October!

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ORGANIZATION: K9 Youth Alliance



We are currently seeking 30 responsible adults to mentor student-dog teams in our 3-week Fall program!

Why: Our programs foster social-emotional growth for youth and shelter dogs.

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

What to Expect: 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

What's Required: 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

*Priority is given to volunteers who can attend all 15 days of a program

Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.

This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, K9 Youth Alliance.

All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety

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15 Shifts

  • Mon Oct 14, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Tue Oct 15, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Wed Oct 16, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Thu Oct 17, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Fri Oct 18, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Mon Oct 21, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Tue Oct 22, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Wed Oct 23, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Thu Oct 24, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Fri Oct 25, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Mon Oct 28, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Tue Oct 29, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Wed Oct 30, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Thu Oct 31, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • Fri Nov 01, 2024 - 03:45 PM to 06:45 PM PST
    Pasadena CA 91107 US
  • NONE OF THESE DAYS WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
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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
Animals

WHEN

Mon Oct 14, 2024 - Fri Nov 01, 2024
03:45 PM - 06:45 PM
This opportunity has 15 shifts

WHERE

Pasadena, CA 91107

(34.16424,-118.08301)
 

DATE POSTED

September 18, 2024

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