We have many opportunities for you to make a difference in the animal welfare world. There's so much you can do at the shelter. You can walk the dogs, cuddle or play with our animals. And there's always work to do at the shelter, you can give our hardworking shelter staff a hand with the many chores that need done daily. Don't forget about our fundraisers and rabies clinics, we can always use your help.

Our volunteer program is starting to grow and this has made a huge difference in our animals. One volunteer says, "There was a time when I was the only volunteer at the shelter on Sundays (about 6 yrs. ago), but now we have at least 6 or 7 that day and the positive affect it has on the animals is remarkable." There are a couple of dogs in particular who have benefited tremendously by people spending a little extra time with them - taking them for a long walk or just spending time in a visitation room or play yard with them. You will never in your life feel better about yourself after you have done something good for a shelter animal. An hour of your time one day a week is ALL it takes!

We offer volunteer orientations for new volunteers: 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month at 2:00 pm. Please call Amanda at the shelter (724-539-2544) to schedule your volunteer orientation ahead of time. Please remember, volunteers MUST be at least 18 years of age.

Thank you for volunteering your time and helping these animals.