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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Volunteers in this position support the function of Leader Dog's Veterinary Clinic by performing the duties of a veterinarian; especially surgery, including routine spay and neuter and physical exams. Must be licensed, practicing comfortable doing routine surgeries as well as outpatient appointments. Flexible schedule.
Date Posted: 2024-06-26
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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester, MI 48307
Looking for a way to give back while spending time with loveable puppies? Then this opportunity might be right for you! We are looking for good homes to raise puppies (Labs and Goldens) who will learn to guide someone who is blind or visually impaired. Puppy raisers are responsible for housebreaking the puppy and teaching good manners like staying off the furniture, not jumping on counters or visitors and not begging at the table. They also practice basic obedience commands with the puppy such as sit, down, stay, heel and come. To prepare puppies for their lives as guide dogs, puppy raisers socialize the puppies through exposure to many different kinds of people, vehicles, environments and animals. You will receive training and tons of support from our staff as well as the Puppy Raiser community. Free veterinary care is provided by Leader Dog if you live locally. There are puppies here on campus waiting for their raisers! Information on different puppy raising options can be found on our website https://www.leaderdog.org/volunteer/raise-a-puppy/puppy-raising-options/ The primary raiser must be at least 18 years old and will bear the legal responsibility for the puppy. This is one of the most rewarding volunteer opportunities you will ever find!
Date Posted: 2024-06-26
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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester, MI 48307
Do you love puppies and dogs? Do you have a few hours available a week to play with puppies and walk dogs? Then this might be the volunteer job for you!! Volunteers provide assistance with the day-to-day care of both dogs and puppy litters. Tasks include playing with puppies and dogs to provide stress relief, monitoring and documenting canine activity/behavior, cleaning (urine, feces), laundering towels and bedding, and, depending on the shift bathing puppies or walking dogs. Volunteers may also be asked to assist paid team members with feeding and medicating dogs as well as regular collection of stool samples for testing. This is a very physical role. Volunteer applicants should be able to stand and walk unaided for 3-hours, be able to step over baby gates, bend, twist, stoop, kneel and sit on the floor. The dogs and puppies are not always well-behaved and can be "mouthy." There is a risk of being jumped on (adult dogs can reach up to 80 pounds); therefore, all volunteers must be strong, capable, confident and have excellent balance. We will train you on proper handling.
Date Posted: 2024-06-26
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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester, MI 48307
Do you love working with dogs? Have a keen eye and good understanding of animal behavior? Then this might be the volunteer job for you! We are looking for volunteers who are comfortable working with large breed dogs (Labs, Goldens) and are attentive to details. Volunteers in this role play a vital part in the evaluation and documentation of breeding dog candidates' behavioral traits. The position involves assisting with the behavioral assessment process, managing distraction items, filming assessment sessions and recording results in our database.
Date Posted: 2024-06-26
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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester Hills, MI 48307, MI 48307
Help make a transformational difference in a person's life! Volunteer to be a Client Drive for Leader Dogs for the Blind! Client drivers use Leader Dog (LD) vehicles to provide safe transportation for LD clients to and from the airport to campus in Rochester Hills. In addition to providing transportation, volunteers also escort clients through airport security and to their gate, problem-solve if a flight is delayed or cancelled and make clients feel at ease under stressful travel situations. Client Drivers provide more than just a ride. They are the first person and the last person from Leader Dog that the client interacts with in person. They provide a reassuring presence and help make the clients feel welcome and cared for. Volunteers fill a vital role in making the client's experience comfortable and enjoyable. The ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes: Have an impeccable driving record Have the ability to drive a large passenger van Have a flexible schedule with weekend availability Be friendly, outgoing, compassionate and a good problem-solver Be comfortable working with people who are blind or visually impaired Be comfortable around large dogs Drives are scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays, so weekend availability is required for this position. This will be the most challenging AND rewarding volunteer work that you have ever done!!
Date Posted: 2024-06-26