Foster List Auditor Volunteer

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:

• Backyard breeding
• Overpopulation and the importance of spay & neuter
• Chained animals

Dogs are sentient beings with the right to nutritious food, a life enriched with adequate exercise and mental stimulation, veterinary care and love.

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:

Help keep our foster program running smoothly by maintaining updated records of active volunteers. As Foster List Auditor, you'll check in monthly with fosters to confirm availability and preferences, ensure profiles are current, and support smart dog-to-foster placements. Your insights help connect pups with the perfect temporary home!

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain updated list of active fosters and their availability
• Monthly check-ins to confirm status and preferences
• Update and organize foster profiles for easy reference
• Support dog-to-foster matching with informed suggestions

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Number of direct reports: 0

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

As part of the Foster team and under the guidance and direction of the Assistant Foster Manager, Administration & Engagement works independently as well as part of a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Remote
• Training provided; a computer with a camera is required
• The ability to volunteer 1-2 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 foster list stay current.
• Detail-Oriented
  You’ll need a good eye for tracking what needs attention and what’s been completed.
• Comfort with Gentle Accountability
  You'll need to feel comfortable sending kind reminders and escalating when necessary to the AFM, Admin & Engagement.
• 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.

What Fetch + Releash offers:

• 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.