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Critter Crew Volunteer Program Mission Statement As volunteers, we will be committed to reducing the overpopulation of animals by aggressively promoting adoptions, advocate public safety and the welfare of animals by focusing on the need for spaying and neutering and the operation of humane education programs. We will also encouraging civic obligation to be responsible pet owners and demonstrating respect for others, both animal and human. About the Critter Crew The Critter Crew is the group of volunteers working to support and enhance the Tulare County Animal Shelter. The volunteer will serve as the arm that reaches into the community to help unwanted animals and bring attention to their plight. The volunteers will perform all of the services that are practical and necessary in the support of the County’s program. We can best do this by showing the staff our appreciation for their courage, dedication and compassion. Most of us would not be able to do what they do every day. Let us all celebrate and take pride in our meaningful efforts and accomplishments. Goals of the Critter Crew Volunteer Often people who care about the plight of homeless animals are overwhelmed by the enormity of the problem. And it’s true that one person cannot save them all; but if you can make a difference in the life of even one animal, your contribution is invaluable. Critter Crew Volunteer Positions Kennel Guide: Greet public, directing the public around the shelter, answering visitors questions, assisting the public with animals, socializing the animals and beginning the adoption process. Adoption Counselor: Using communication skills to match animals with loving people. Assessing an animals needs as well as listening to the needs of the potential adopters. Animal Caregiver: Direct care of animals; feeding, grooming, spot cleaning cages, socializing the animals and preparing animals for offsite adoptions. Animal Exerciser: Exercising dogs, socializing cats, basic behavior training. Office Assistant: Various clerical duties such as data entry, filing, faxing, making copies, making phone calls, assisting visitors, folding and preparing mailings, manage lost and found book and special breed request book. Offsite Adoption Worker: Transporting animals, set up and/or clean up of adoption site, assisting the public (questions, animals, etc.), giving directions to the shelter, fund raising, caring for the animals (food, water, clean, etc.), interview prospective adopters and counseling them on needs and requirements for adoption. Education and Outreach: Literature, flyer and advertisement distribution, tabling at community events (conventions, shows, malls, stores, festivals, school events, etc.), giving presentations and leading classes or workshops. Adoption Program: Pets Are Wonderful! This is program to aggressively promote adoptions and will utilize volunteers in several capacities. This program includes various services such as: offsite adoptions (listed above), web site adoption photographs, picture boards (updating public bulletin boards with adoption photos and info), lost and found services, special breed request book, adoption follow-up (calls, visits, mailings, etc.) and home foster care of animals. Handy Person: Helping out with odd jobs, loading animals/cages/gear, deliveries, repairs at adoption sites, etc. Other services a Critter Crew member may want to contribute may be: fund-raising, maintenance of grounds and visitation area, run errands, photography or help with a volunteer newsletter. |
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