Established in 2016, Fetch + Releash is a volunteer run dog rescue dedicated to saving dogs in need. Our foster dogs come from a variety of different backgrounds such as pounds and shelters, strays and surrendered pets, both locally and abroad. Through our network of volunteers, foster homes, trainers and veterinarians, we strive to give every dog the loving forever family they deserve. As a foster-based dog rescue, our foster dogs live in private homes across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) where they receive the love and attention they need to prepare them for adoption.
Our Mission
Adoption
By collaborating with local and international communities, our mission is to save dogs in danger of homelessness, abuse, neglect or euthanasia. Once in our care, we match each dog with the loving forever family they deserve.
Advocacy
In addition to re-homing dogs, we are passionate about advocating for animal rights and educating the public on relevant issues such as:
Education
A dog is a lifetime commitment and not to be discarded due to health, lifestyle change or inconvenience. Some of the top reasons dogs end up in shelters are lack of training, lifestyle changes (i.e. new baby, marriage), relocation, cost of dog ownership, not enough time for pet etc. Our goal is to ensure our adoptive families are well versed in the realities of dog ownership and ready to make a lifetime commitment.
Volunteer Commitment
Fetch + Releash is powered by dedicated volunteers. Communication, accountability, commitment, and reliability are key to our success in finding dogs their forever homes.
Before applying, please ensure volunteering fits into your current commitments.
Your support makes a difference!
Position Summary:
As a Dog Bio Coordinator, you'll be the caring connection between our dogs in care and their future forever families. Your thoughtful updates ensure that each pup’s personality and progress shine through in their bios—helping adopters see the magic in every wagging tail.
This volunteer role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and loves working collaboratively with fosters and fellow team members. You'll play a key role in making sure our rescue dogs’ stories are always up to date, accurate, and heartwarming.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Number of direct reports: 0
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
As part of Foster Team and under the guidance and direction of the Foster Team Manager, works independently as well as part of a team.
WORKING CONDITIONS
QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES
We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment 1yr+ to volunteering with Fetch +Releash apply for this role.
Our Mission
Adoption
By collaborating with local and international communities, our mission is to save dogs in danger of homelessness, abuse, neglect or euthanasia. Once in our care, we match each dog with the loving forever family they deserve.
Advocacy
In addition to re-homing dogs, we are passionate about advocating for animal rights and educating the public on relevant issues such as:
- Backyard breeding
- Overpopulation and the importance of spay & neuter
- Chained animals
Education
A dog is a lifetime commitment and not to be discarded due to health, lifestyle change or inconvenience. Some of the top reasons dogs end up in shelters are lack of training, lifestyle changes (i.e. new baby, marriage), relocation, cost of dog ownership, not enough time for pet etc. Our goal is to ensure our adoptive families are well versed in the realities of dog ownership and ready to make a lifetime commitment.
Volunteer Commitment
Fetch + Releash is powered by dedicated volunteers. Communication, accountability, commitment, and reliability are key to our success in finding dogs their forever homes.
Before applying, please ensure volunteering fits into your current commitments.
Your support makes a difference!
Position Summary:
As a Dog Bio Coordinator, you'll be the caring connection between our dogs in care and their future forever families. Your thoughtful updates ensure that each pup’s personality and progress shine through in their bios—helping adopters see the magic in every wagging tail.
This volunteer role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and loves working collaboratively with fosters and fellow team members. You'll play a key role in making sure our rescue dogs’ stories are always up to date, accurate, and heartwarming.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review dogs in care monthly for bios needing updates.
- Contact fosters to check for any new developments (training, behaviors, support needs).
- Ensure responses: fosters must confirm “no changes” or provide updates—follow up as needed.
- Escalate issues to the Foster Manager if responses aren’t received.
- Collaborate with the team to keep bios accurate and current.
Number of direct reports: 0
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
As part of Foster Team and under the guidance and direction of the Foster Team Manager, works independently as well as part of a team.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Remote
- Training; a computer with a camera is required
- 3 hours per week
QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES
- Strong Communication Skills
You'll be reaching out to foster caregivers regularly and following up when needed. Clear, friendly, and professional communication helps build trust and encourages responsiveness. - Dependable and Self-Motivated
This role involves monthly check-ins and follow-ups without direct supervision. Being consistent and proactive ensures updates aren’t missed and dogs’ bios stay current. - Detail-Oriented
Small updates—like changes in training or behavior—can make a big difference for adopters. You’ll need a good eye for tracking what needs attention and what’s been completed. - Comfort with Gentle Accountability
Fosters must confirm updates or clearly indicate no changes. You'll need to feel comfortable sending kind reminders and escalating when necessary to the Foster Manager. - Team Collaboration
Working closely with foster and bio teams means being cooperative, respectful, and open to feedback. A supportive attitude helps maintain smooth communication and accurate storytelling. - Basic Tech Comfort
While this isn’t a tech-heavy role, using shared documents, email, or spreadsheets may be required. Familiarity with these tools is helpful for staying organized.
- Join a community of supportive dog lovers.
- Training, resources, and guidance.
- Flexible volunteering that fits your schedule and lifestyle.
- Rewarding experience of fulfilling our mission to helping dogs find their forever homes
- Exclusive virtual and in-person events for active volunteers only
We ask that only those who can make a serious long term commitment 1yr+ to volunteering with Fetch +Releash apply for this role.