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Flexible Schedule
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Escondido, CA 92025
At Saving One Life Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, we have a variety of volunteer opportunities: Adoption Center Located at PetSmart in Escondido, we are fortunate to have an adoption center. We are always in need of volunteers who can donate one to two hours (or more) every week, every month, or whatever works best for your schedule. The majority of your time you will focus your time on: light cleaning of each kennel (nine total) refreshing the food and water in each kennel cleaning the litter boxes spending time playing with and petting the kitties there On occasion, a potential adopter may come by to answer questions or meet an animal. Anything you cannot answer can be directed towards the rescue director. All adoptions are handled by the director therefore a volunteer never has to tell a potential adopter no. Training is provided for all volunteers. Ideally, we prefer you to commit to at least once a month but substitutes are always needed and welcomed. If you are under the age of 18, you must be accompanied by a chaperone of at least the age of 18. To apply to volunteer, please complete our online application at http://www.savingonelife.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/
Date Posted: Oct 8, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Oceanside, CA 92052
Cuddle a Cat or Kitten. We are looking for kitty friendly folks who might be willing to share a spare bedroom, bathroom, laundry room, office, etc. with a kitty, kitties, or kittens in need of a safe place to prepare for adoption. Every foster family helps us to make a tremendous difference in the number of cats we save each year. There is no cost to you but a commitment of time and attention. Fostering is flexible enough for most lifestyles. We will match the kitties to each foster home's needs and wants. By offering your time, energy, and home to a cat in need, you prepare the animal for adoption into a permanent home as well as help prevent overcrowding in our shelters. What Does Fostering Entail? Have a dedicated space to place foster cat(s) away from your household pets for at least 14 days (required quarantine). Refresh food and water daily Clean Litter Box Give medicine when necessary (i.e. for kitty cold) If you have a cat, this might seem incredibly familiar. The only difference is that we provide the food, litter and cover the medical expenses. Am I eligible to foster?? The primary caregiver must be at least 18 years of age. Everyone in the home must be in agreement about fostering Have a spare room or space to dedicate to the cat or kittens while at your home. Be willing to heap love and attention on the kitties Own your home or have a rental that permits animals of this nature Reliable transportation, insurance, and valid driver's license (Although we do have volunteers who can assist when necessary Property Insurance (homeowners or rental) If you are interested in fostering, you will need to complete a foster application. Fostering also requires a home visit/interview to determine a proper fit and criteria. We recognize that becoming a foster family is a commitment. We work with each family to determine how often and how many kitties they wish to help at one time. We coordinate to ensure that animals are cared for and/or relocated when a foster is out of town or needs a temporary break from fostering (having company in, surgery, etc.). The average time a cat or litter of kittens is with a foster family is between two-six weeks. The timeline is based on whether the animal has been vaccinated, altered, is healthy (not having a kitty cold), socially ready for adoption, and availablity at our adoption center. This is a great opportunity for empty-nesters, families assessing whether they are ready to adopt or someone who wants to help save lives. Please consider getting involved. We cannot help cats when we don't have foster families available. It is that simple. Fostering Opportunities Respite Fostering: Welcome a fully vetted kitty for a week or two. Most likely, these kitties are either needing a break from the adoption center or need a place to hang out until there is room at one of the adoption centers. Long-Term Fostering: Welcome a kitty who is ready for adoption but cannot go into the adoption center. It may be due to daily meds or the kitty doesn't do well at the adoption center. Kitty is fully vetted and needs a loving family to spend time with. This option is also available for kitties who are not eligible for adoption (i.e. hospice care, serious medical condition, etc.). Traditional Fostering: Welcome kitties from a shelter or the like who are in need of vetting (vaccines, deworming, microchipping, etc.) before adoption. Kitties remain in foster for 2 - 8 weeks depending on the previous vetting received. Kitties of all ages are available.
Date Posted: Sep 14, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Poway, CA 92064
Cuddle a Cat or Kitten. We are looking for kitty friendly folks who might be willing to share a spare bedroom, bathroom, laundry room, office, etc. with a kitty, kitties, or kittens in need of a safe place to prepare for adoption. Every foster family helps us to make a tremendous difference in the number of cats we save each year. There is no cost to you but a commitment of time and attention. Fostering is flexible enough for most lifestyles. We will match the kitties to each foster home's needs and wants. By offering your time, energy, and home to a cat in need, you prepare the animal for adoption into a permanent home as well as help prevent overcrowding in our shelters. What Does Fostering Entail? Have a dedicated space to place foster cat(s) away from your household pets for at least 14 days (required quarantine). Refresh food and water daily Clean Litter Box Give medicine when necessary (i.e. for kitty cold) If you have a cat, this might seem incredibly familiar. The only difference is that we provide the food, litter and cover the medical expenses. Am I eligible to foster?? The primary caregiver must be at least 18 years of age. Everyone in the home must be in agreement about fostering Have a spare room or space to dedicate to the cat or kittens while at your home. Be willing to heap love and attention on the kitties Own your home or have a rental that permits animals of this nature Reliable transportation, insurance, and valid driver's license (Although we do have volunteers who can assist when necessary Property Insurance (homeowners or rental) If you are interested in fostering, you will need to complete a foster application. Fostering also requires a home visit/interview to determine a proper fit and criteria. We recognize that becoming a foster family is a commitment. We work with each family to determine how often and how many kitties they wish to help at one time. We coordinate to ensure that animals are cared for and/or relocated when a foster is out of town or needs a temporary break from fostering (having company in, surgery, etc.). The average time a cat or litter of kittens is with a foster family is between two-six weeks. The timeline is based on whether the animal has been vaccinated, altered, is healthy (not having a kitty cold), socially ready for adoption, and availablity at our adoption center. This is a great opportunity for empty-nesters, families assessing whether they are ready to adopt or someone who wants to help save lives. Please consider getting involved. We cannot help cats when we don't have foster families available. It is that simple. Fostering Opportunities Respite Fostering: Welcome a fully vetted kitty for a week or two. Most likely, these kitties are either needing a break from the adoption center or need a place to hang out until there is room at one of the adoption centers. Long-Term Fostering: Welcome a kitty who is ready for adoption but cannot go into the adoption center. It may be due to daily meds or the kitty doesn't do well at the adoption center. Kitty is fully vetted and needs a loving family to spend time with. This option is also available for kitties who are not eligible for adoption (i.e. hospice care, serious medical condition, etc.). Traditional Fostering: Welcome kitties from a shelter or the like who are in need of vetting (vaccines, deworming, microchipping, etc.) before adoption. Kitties remain in foster for 2 - 8 weeks depending on the previous vetting received. Kitties of all ages are available.
Date Posted: Sep 14, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Escondido, CA 92027
Cuddle a Cat or Kitten. We are looking for kitty friendly folks who might be willing to share a spare bedroom, bathroom, laundry room, office, etc. with a kitty, kitties, or kittens in need of a safe place to prepare for adoption. Every foster family helps us to make a tremendous difference in the number of cats we save each year. There is no cost to you but a commitment of time and attention. Fostering is flexible enough for most lifestyles. We will match the kitties to each foster home's needs and wants. By offering your time, energy, and home to a cat in need, you prepare the animal for adoption into a permanent home as well as help prevent overcrowding in our shelters. What Does Fostering Entail? Have a dedicated space to place foster cat(s) away from your household pets for at least 14 days (required quarantine). Refresh food and water daily Clean Litter Box Give medicine when necessary (i.e. for kitty cold) If you have a cat, this might seem incredibly familiar. The only difference is that we provide the food, litter and cover the medical expenses. Am I eligible to foster?? The primary caregiver must be at least 18 years of age. Everyone in the home must be in agreement about fostering Have a spare room or space to dedicate to the cat or kittens while at your home. Be willing to heap love and attention on the kitties Own your home or have a rental that permits animals of this nature Reliable transportation, insurance, and valid driver's license (Although we do have volunteers who can assist when necessary Property Insurance (homeowners or rental) If you are interested in fostering, you will need to complete a foster application. Fostering also requires a home visit/interview to determine a proper fit and criteria. We recognize that becoming a foster family is a commitment. We work with each family to determine how often and how many kitties they wish to help at one time. We coordinate to ensure that animals are cared for and/or relocated when a foster is out of town or needs a temporary break from fostering (having company in, surgery, etc.). The average time a cat or litter of kittens is with a foster family is between two-six weeks. The timeline is based on whether the animal has been vaccinated, altered, is healthy (not having a kitty cold), socially ready for adoption, and availablity at our adoption center. This is a great opportunity for empty-nesters, families assessing whether they are ready to adopt or someone who wants to help save lives. Please consider getting involved. We cannot help cats when we don't have foster families available. It is that simple. Fostering Opportunities Respite Fostering: Welcome a fully vetted kitty for a week or two. Most likely, these kitties are either needing a break from the adoption center or need a place to hang out until there is room at one of the adoption centers. Long-Term Fostering: Welcome a kitty who is ready for adoption but cannot go into the adoption center. It may be due to daily meds or the kitty doesn't do well at the adoption center. Kitty is fully vetted and needs a loving family to spend time with. This option is also available for kitties who are not eligible for adoption (i.e. hospice care, serious medical condition, etc.). Traditional Fostering: Welcome kitties from a shelter or the like who are in need of vetting (vaccines, deworming, microchipping, etc.) before adoption. Kitties remain in foster for 2 - 8 weeks depending on the previous vetting received. Kitties of all ages are available.
Date Posted: Sep 14, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Vista, CA 92085
Do you enjoy driving or find themselves driving around the North County? If so, we have the opportunity for you! We are looking for individuals who are willing to transport a kitty or a few kitties to and / or from one location to another. Often times we have kitties that need to be dropped off or picked up from somewhere and the foster family cannot be there due to the scheduling conflicts. The time commitment can be as often as you so desire. It can be one way or both ways. Often times, it will be merely transporting from one location to another. Some examples of transports include: From Foster Home to Veterinarian (or vice versa) From Shelter Drop Off Location to Foster Home (or vice versa) From one Foster Home to another Foster Home (or vice versa) From Foster Home to Adoption Center (or vice versa) Although we cannot provide a wage for this assistance, we can offer an occasional gas card and a tax receipt for your mileage. So, why not take a feline companion with you on your next trip to Vista or Escondido or Rancho Bernardo or wherever? Join our team today! https://www.savingonelife.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/
Date Posted: Sep 11, 2021
(April 16, 2017)