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The GTHS believes that pets deserve to stay with their families regardless of logistical or financial challenges faced by their parents.Access to Care programs support pets and their families through programs that work to make veterinary care more accessible, help battle food insecurity and provide temporary housing during crisis.The GTHS Pet Pantry Program, established in 2020, is a donation-based program aimed to ensure that pet food is more accessible for individuals and families who are in need. &nbsp;In 2023, the GTHS supported approximately 1,000 pets through the Pet Pantry Program and distributed 28,000 meals in the community.Last year, the Pet Pantry Program expanded to include 9 Community Depots in various locations: in Collingwood, The Town of the Blue Mountains, Wasaga Beach and Clearview Township. The service is strictly confidential.Description Reporting to the Community Programs Supervisor, the Pet Pantry Volunteer is responsible for repackaging and/or collecting pet food and supplies from the Animal Centre for delivery to local Pet Pantry depots or pet owners’ homes, to assist members of our community who are temporarily unable to provide the day-to-day necessities for their pets. Pet Pantry bagging takes place on an as needed basis, and deliveries take place on Tuesdays and on Fridays. Time Commitment A minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Volunteers are assigned one shift a week (Tuesday or Friday) and have a fixed morning or afternoon schedule.&nbsp;The length of time volunteered will depend on the volume of pet food to be repackaged, the distance of the collection/drop-off point and the number of deliveries required, but bagging is approximated at 1.5 hours, and loading and delivery time is approximated at 2 hours. Vacancy information is posted at the bottom of this window. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Liaise with Customer Service Coordinator and Community Program Supervisor for inbound pet food deliveries, Pet Pantry supplies required and delivery locations</li>	<li>Maintain tidy and organized Pet Pantry shelves	<ul>		<li>Restock shelves from supplies in garage and/or container, as appropriate</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Repackage pet food into 1kg Zip Lock bags</li>	<li>Source supplies and load vehicle at Animal Centre	<ul>		<li>Exercise judgement and accurately select supplies requested</li>		<li>Ensure items are properly stored/secured during transportation</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Deliver supplies to Pet Pantry depots and/or pet owners	<ul>		<li>Meet pet owners at street level</li>		<li>Ensure contactless delivery during pandemic</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Provide friendly, non-judgemental, quality customer service</li>	<li>Promote additional Outreach programs and services, as appropriate</li>	<li>Ensure any appropriate documentation is available and/or signed</li>	<li>Maintain clean and tidy GTHS van (inside and outside), if used</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li>	<li>Ensure photocopy of valid / most recent version of G2 driver’s license is retained by GTHS</li></ul><ul>	<li>Qualifications</li>	<li>Valid G2 driver’s license</li>	<li>18 years of age minimum</li>	<li>A commitment to animal welfare and an understanding of the human-animal bond</li>	<li>Punctual and reliable</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills</li>	<li>Diligent compliance with guidelines and protocols for personal safety</li>	<li>Able to work independently and as part of a team</li>	<li>Works cooperatively and effectively with others</li>	<li>Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of this volunteer role and of the organization</li>	<li>Review and sign-off of the Animal Transport Guidelines / GTHS Van Use Agreement</li>	<li>Own transportation</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul>	<li>Physical demands of the position include lifting and carrying food with a potential maximum weight of 30lb / 13.6kg</li>	<li>We recommend wearing closed toe shoes and clothing that has no sentimental value (ie. can get dirty)</li>	<li>Gas and mileage is not reimbursable</li></ul>

Georgian Triangle Humane Society

Pet Pantry Volunteer

Dog Care Volunteers work with puppies and dogs of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds (stray, surrendered, neglected, abused, healthy, recovering from surgery…). The Evening Dog Let-Out role is integral to caring for our canine residents, to ensure they are safe for the night.In 2023, our Cat and Dog Care Teams cared for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.Description Reporting to the Dog Care Coordinator, Evening Let-Out Volunteers come onsite at 8pm to let each dog into their outside pen for an evening bathroom break and ensure they have fresh water and an evening treat. They are also responsible for closing down the kennels properly and ensuring all dogs are safe and settled. Time Commitment Approximately 1 hour per week from 8pm to 9pm. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Let dogs into outside kennel and close door to inside</li>	<li>Tidy or change bedding, as needed</li>	<li>Top up or change water, as needed</li>	<li>Provide evening treat</li>	<li>Let dogs back into indoor kennel and close door to outside</li>	<li>No hands-on interaction with any of the dogs</li>	<li>Report any behaviour or health concerns</li>	<li>Ensure dogs are safe, secure and settled</li>	<li>Keep pinpad code to enter premises confidential and ensure premises is secure upon leaving</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li>	<li>Use online Contact List &amp; Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>18 years of age minimum</li>	<li>A commitment to animal welfare</li>	<li>Confident, gentle and kind with dogs</li>	<li>Dog experience is required</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Reliable and responsible</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li></ul>

Dog Care – Evening Let-out Volunteer

The Cat Care Team works to increase the welfare and health of GTHS feline residents. The Cat Care Team works as a group and/or individually to care for our cats and maintains high cleanliness standards in our Adoption Rooms, as well as our Quarantine and Isolation Rooms. This role is integral to maintaining a bright, clean and healthy environment for our cats, kittens, volunteers, visitors and potential adopters. Playing with and cuddling the cats is required!In 2023, our Cat and Dog Care Teams cared for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.Description The GTHS Cat Care Team reports to the Cat Care Coordinator. Whereas Cat Care Team Members are usually assigned a specific room (an Adoptions Room or a Quarantine / Isolation Room), this Cat Care Team Member will provide all-round Cat Care support, based on day-to-day needs. This volunteer will be assigned to Quarantine / Isolation Room 4 (which is used sporadically for cats who are sick and aren’t quite ready for adoption), but may be directed to assist in Room 3 if no cats are in Room 4. When no assistance is required in either Quarantine / Isolation Room, this Team Member will support volunteers in the Adoption Rooms. Responsibilities include providing nutrition, as well as mental and physical stimulation or interaction, to the feline residents in Room 4 and/or other areas they are assisting within.&nbsp; All Cat Care Team Members are responsible for sweeping and mopping the floor, dishes, laundry, and maintaining clean and organized litter, feeding stations, kitten / cat kennels and communal areas. Time Commitment Under 3 hours per week (from 8am until approximately 10.30am). A minimum commitment of 6 months is required (unless approved for student / community hours). Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Maintain clean and organized litter, kennels, counter tops and communal areas (shelving, windows, etc.)</li>	<li>Disinfect toys (loose and in kennels), scratching posts, wooden boxes, climbing apparatus, etc.</li>	<li>Feed cats / kittens wet food (as appropriate), provide fresh water and maintain feeding stations</li>	<li>Wash up any dirty animal dishes</li>	<li>Perform laundry tasks (gather dirty laundry and assist with washing, drying and folding linens)</li>	<li>Dispose of garbage and recyclables</li>	<li>Wipe all surfaces after use</li>	<li>When not working out of Room 4:	<ul>		<li>Assist in Room 3, upon assignment by Cat Care Coordinator</li>		<li>Liaise with Adoption Room Team Members to assist where needed</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Assist the Cat Care Coordinator with ad hoc needs</li>	<li>As required / upon request:	<ul>		<li>Place cats ready for ‘moving up’ into carriers</li>		<li>Carry cats in carriers to the appropriate room / kennel</li>		<li>Weigh cats with assistance from the Cat Care Coordinator</li>		<li>Clean floors in the Animal Kitchen</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Interact with cats for socialization and enrichment purposes	<ul>		<li>Stimulate and interact with cats (includes grooming, play and snuggles)</li>		<li>Reduce cat stress and improve their overall wellness</li>		<li>Provide cognitive stimulation and encourage curiosity</li>		<li>Provide places for cats to hide and perch, as appropriate</li>		<li>Stimulate cats’ hunting instinct</li>		<li>Make enrichment items (food puzzles, Canadat cabins…)</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Identify and report any behavioural concerns</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li>	<li>Use online Contact List &amp; Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>15 years of age minimum</li>	<li>Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare</li>	<li>Experience working with or handling cats</li>	<li>Strong work ethic</li>	<li>Dependable, self-motivated and energetic</li>	<li>Works well unsupervised, alone and in a team environment</li>	<li>Adaptable and versatile; comfortable not having a set routine for each shift</li>	<li>Willing to approach and assist staff / fellow volunteers to complete the morning’s Cat Care activities</li>	<li>Exercises patience</li>	<li>Good communication skills</li>	<li>Reads and follows directions, and follows protocol</li></ul>

Cat Care Team Member Volunteer – Room 4 / All Areas

Members of the Dog Care Team work with puppies and dogs of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds (stray, surrendered, neglected, abused, healthy, recovering from surgery, may be easy to handle or may require training for behavioural issues…).In 2023, our Cat and Dog Care Teams cared for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.Description Dog Enrichment Volunteers report to the Dog Care Coordinator and participate in our Canine Enrichment Program to provide mental and physical stimuli to the dogs in our care at the Animal Centre. To support the wide range of dog behaviours and needs we encounter at the GTHS, Dog Enrichment Volunteers complete a Dog Care Program*; quickly progressing from Green dogs (ie. puppies and seniors who are easy to walk and handle) and Yellow dogs (ie. young, rambunctious, pullers who can be slightly difficult to walk and handle), then work through the Orange and Purple levels at their own pace, with the ultimate goal of working with Red dogs (ie. strong, reactive dogs that are difficult to walk and handle, and that may have other behavioural issues).&nbsp;*Training is required upon joining the Dog Care Team and will be required intermittently to progress through the Dog Care Program. Time Commitment 2 hours once a week. Enrichment shifts take place daily at a mutually agreed upon time between the hours of 9am-12noon. An overall minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Create treats / food puzzles</li>	<li>Provide food and clean water as required or instructed</li>	<li>Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ physical and mental well-being</li>	<li>Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization</li>	<li>Bathe / groom dogs</li>	<li>Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable</li>	<li>Ensure dogs are safe and secure</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li>	<li>Wash up dirty dog dishes and assist with laundry (washing, drying and folding linens), based on Enrichment activities undertaken</li>	<li>Disinfect any dog toys used for Enrichment</li>	<li>Clean up after dogs (stoop and scoop) in the kennel area and outdoors, as appropriate</li>	<li>Oversee any cleaning and tidying resulting from own interactions with dogs</li>	<li>Use online Contact List &amp; Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>18 years of age minimum</li>	<li>A commitment to animal welfare</li>	<li>A gentle and kind approach to dog handling</li>	<li>Confident with dogs</li>	<li>Current dog handling and/or training experience is required</li>	<li>Medium and/or large dog experience is required</li>	<li>Willingness and ability to complete the GTHS Dog Care Program training from Green to Yellow Dog Walker status is a must upon joining the Dog Care Team, and a desire to progress through additional status levels of the Dog Care Program is expected</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Ability to work alone and in a team environment</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li></ul>

Dog Enrichment Volunteer

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society is a not-for-profit charity that provides abandoned, neglected and abused domestic animals a second chance in life at a forever home. The Adoptions Team facilitates the adoption and subsequent retention of approximately 1300 homeless animals annually, and the Dog Adoption Counselor contributes towards this success by answering any questions about dog ownership, the adoption process and the dogs and puppies available for adoption. This role is integral to matching the right dog (personality type, energy level, special home requirements, etc.) with the right adopter.Description Reporting to the Adoptions Coordinator, the Dog Adoption Counselor prepares adoption kits, answers questions about the dogs and puppies we have available for adoption and conducts ‘Meet &amp; Greets’ with our dogs and potential adopters. The Dog Adoption Counselor also assists with the completion of adoption applications and facilitates the adoption. Time Commitment From 11.45am until approximately 4.15pm. &nbsp;A minimum commitment of six months is required. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Consistent and open communication with Adoptions Coordinator</li>	<li>Review information on dogs available for adoption prior to Adoption Hours (name, age, size, background, medical / special needs, etc.)</li>	<li>Spend time with dogs to assist with the perfect match</li>	<li>Answer visitors’ and potential adopters’ questions about dogs available for adoption</li>	<li>Answer basic questions about the organization</li>	<li>Seize opportunities during conversation to transition potential adopters into volunteers or donors</li>	<li>Outline ‘Adopters Welcome’ process to potential adopters</li>	<li>Assist adopters with completion of adoption applications</li>	<li>Ensure any behavioural or health related questions specific to the animal are communicated</li>	<li>Diligently and thoroughly address concerns raised by adopters to prevent adoption returns</li>	<li>Liaise with Dog Care staff to arrange dog leash up for ‘Meet &amp; Greets’ and upon successful adoption</li>	<li>Decide on suitability of potential adopter for dog selected</li>	<li>Assist Customer Service Coordinators with adoption processing</li>	<li>Assist Cat Adoption Counselor during shift, as needed</li>	<li>Create dog name tags</li>	<li>Prepare adoption kits on an as needed basis</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>18 years of age minimum</li>	<li>Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare</li>	<li>Experience working with or handling dogs</li>	<li>GTHS Dog Care training is required</li>	<li>Self-motivated</li>	<li>Excellent customer service skills</li>	<li>Good communication skills</li>	<li>Administrative skills</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li>	<li>Ability to work alone and in a team environment</li>	<li>Knowledge of, or experience with, PetPoint an asset</li>	<li>Versed at using a device such as an iPad / tablet</li>	<li>Willingness to learn Cat Adoption Counselor role, to support teammates as needed (cross-training will be provided)</li></ul>

Dog Adoption Counselor Volunteer

The Cat Care Team works to increase the welfare and health of GTHS feline residents. The Cat Care Team works as a group and/or individually to care for our cats and maintains high cleanliness standards in our Adoption Rooms, as well as our Quarantine and Isolation Rooms. This role is integral to maintaining a bright, clean and healthy environment for our cats, kittens, volunteers, visitors and potential adopters. Playing with and cuddling the cats is required!In 2023, our Cat and Dog Care Teams cared for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.Description The GTHS Cat Care Team reports to the Cat Care Coordinator and Cat Care Team Members are assigned a specific room (an Adoptions Room or a Quarantine / Isolation Room) to provide nutrition, as well as mental and physical stimulation or interaction, to the feline residents in their room. Cat Care Team Members are also responsible for sweeping and mopping the floor, maintaining clean and organized litter, feeding stations, kitten or cat kennels and communal areas. Other duties such as dishes and laundry are also included. Time Commitment 2-3 hours per week. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required (unless approved for student / community hours). Shift times are: 8-11am Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Maintain clean and organized litter, kennels, counter tops and communal areas (shelving, windows, etc.) in the assigned room(s)</li>	<li>Disinfect toys (loose and in kennels), scratching posts, wooden boxes, climbing apparatus, etc. in the assigned room</li>	<li>Feed cats / kittens wet food (as appropriate), provide fresh water and maintain feeding stations</li>	<li>Wash up any dirty animal dishes</li>	<li>Perform laundry tasks (gathering dirty laundry in sacks if assigned to Room 3, and all Team Members assist with washing, drying and folding linens)</li>	<li>Dispose of garbage and recyclables</li>	<li>Wipe all surfaces after use</li>	<li>Tasks specific to the room assigned include:	<ul>		<li>Wiping surfaces and floors in the Animal Kitchen, as necessary</li>		<li>Placing cats ready for ‘moving up’ into carriers</li>		<li>Carrying cats in carriers to the appropriate Adoptions Room / kennel</li>		<li>Weighing cats (if specified on Kennel Cards), with assistance from the Cat Care Coordinator as required</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Interact with cats for socialization and enrichment purposes	<ul>		<li>Adapt activities based on cats being interacted with</li>		<li>Stimulate and interact with cats (includes grooming, play and snuggles)</li>		<li>Reduce cat stress and improve their overall wellness</li>		<li>Provide cognitive stimulation and encourage curiosity</li>		<li>Provide places for cats to hide and perch, as appropriate</li>		<li>Stimulate cats’ hunting instinct</li>		<li>Make enrichment items (food puzzles, Canadat cabins…)</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Identify and report any behavioural concerns</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li>	<li>Use online Contact List &amp; Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>15 years of age minimum</li>	<li>Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare</li>	<li>Experience working with or handling cats</li>	<li>Strong work ethic</li>	<li>Dependable, self-motivated and energetic</li>	<li>Works well unsupervised, alone and in a team environment</li>	<li>Exercises patience</li>	<li>Good communication skills</li>	<li>Reads and follows directions, and follows protocol</li></ul>

Cat Care Team Member Volunteer

Treasure Tails retail store is part of the Georgian Triangle Humane Society and raises money by selling high quality home décor, women’s apparel, collectables, antiques and more, generously donated by our community.All profits from sales go directly to supporting the Animal Centre and Treasure Tails is one of the GTHS’ largest fundraisers.Description As a Treasure Tails Customer Service Volunteer, you will report to the Store Manager and will be responsible for the day-to-day customer service operations at the store, including sales, interacting with customers, money transactions, light housekeeping of the store premises and arranging items for display. You will also be expected to promote awareness of the GTHS, its public programs, promotions and the Animal Centre. Time Commitment Customer Service shifts run Sunday to Wednesday from 10.45am until approximately 3.30pm, and Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9.45am until approximately 1pm or from 1pm until approximately 5pm. Available volunteer opportunities are noted at the bottom of this posting. Volunteers are expected to familiarize themselves with new items instore and special promotions at the start of their shift. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities Main areas of responsibility:<ul>	<li>Provide assistance and excellent customer service to customers instore</li>	<li>Respond to telephone / in person enquiries</li>	<li>Coordinate with donors to book computerized donations appointments</li>	<li>Proactively promote items on special offer</li>	<li>Handle money and electronic sales transactions</li>	<li>Record purchases by hand</li>	<li>Wrap / bag purchases</li>	<li>Regularly sanitize counter</li>	<li>Monitor customers’ movements and blind spots for theft prevention purposes</li>	<li>Respond to / refer enquiries relating to GTHS services and the animal centre</li>	<li>After closing, tally day’s transactions, then photograph and email/text Daily Receipts slips</li>	<li>Sweep / vacuum and mop prior to store opening or after closing</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li></ul>Assistance when store is less busy:<ul>	<li>Assist with acceptance of items being donated, if / as appropriate</li>	<li>Assist with merchandising of incoming goods and / or filling gaps post-sale (hanging and on shelves)</li>	<li>Tidy and replenish jewellery and watch displays, as appropriate</li>	<li>Dusting and maintain tidy store</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>18 years of age or older</li>	<li>A recent police check is required</li>	<li>Dependable and self-motivated</li>	<li>Have a strong work ethic</li>	<li>Retail or customer service experience is helpful but not a requirement</li>	<li>Able to engage with the public, in an outgoing and polite manner, on behalf of Treasure Tails and the GTHS</li>	<li>Comfortable using the telephone and an electronic calendar (such as Outlook)</li>	<li>Able and comfortable photographing and emailing images from personal cellphone</li>	<li>Able to add, subtract and calculate percentages (a calculator is available)</li>	<li>Confident handling money and sales transactions</li>	<li>Able to stand for several hours, to climb a short step ladder, to assist with occasional heavy loads (large décor pieces or furniture), as well as housekeeping to keep surfaces and floors clean</li></ul>

Customer Service Volunteer – Treasure Tails

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society is a not-for-profit charity that provides abandoned, neglected and abused domestic animals a second chance in life at a forever home. The Adoptions Team facilitates the adoption and subsequent retention of approximately 1300 homeless animals annually, and the Cat Adoption Counselor contributes towards this success by answering questions about cat ownership, the adoption process and the cats and kittens available for adoption. This role is integral to matching the right cat (personality type, energy level, special home requirements, etc.) with the right adopter.Description Reporting to the Adoptions Coordinator, the Cat Adoption Counselor prepares adoption kits, answers questions about the cats and kittens we have available for adoption. The Cat Adoption Counselor also assists the public with the identification of cats and kittens in the adoption rooms, provides assistance with the completion of adoption applications and facilitates the adoption. There is also the opportunity to attend off-site adoption events in the community. Time Commitment One shift a week, from 11.45am until approximately 4.15pm, (plus attendance at off-site events if desired). &nbsp;A minimum commitment of six months is required. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Consistent and open communication with Adoptions Coordinator</li>	<li>Review information on cats available for adoption (name, age, background, medical / special needs, etc.)</li>	<li>Spend time with cats to assist with the perfect match</li>	<li>Answer visitors’ and potential adopters’ questions about cats available for adoption</li>	<li>Use microchip scanner to identify cats</li>	<li>Answer basic questions about the organization</li>	<li>Seize opportunities during conversation to transition potential adopters into volunteers or donors</li>	<li>Outline ‘Adopters Welcome’ process to potential adopters</li>	<li>Assist adopters with completion of adoption applications</li>	<li>Ensure any behavioural or health related questions specific to the animal are communicated</li>	<li>Diligently and thoroughly address concerns raised by adopters to prevent adoption returns</li>	<li>Decide on suitability of potential adopter for cat selected</li>	<li>Assist Customer Service Coordinators with adoption processing</li>	<li>Assist Dog Adoption Counselor during shift, as needed</li>	<li>Prepare adoption kits on an as needed basis</li>	<li>Attend ad hoc local off-site adoption events, if desired</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>18 years of age minimum</li>	<li>Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare</li>	<li>Experience working with or handling cats</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Excellent customer service skills</li>	<li>Good communication skills</li>	<li>Administrative skills</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li>	<li>Ability to work alone and in a team environment</li>	<li>Knowledge of, or experience with, PetPoint an asset</li>	<li>Versed in using a device such as an iPad / tablet</li>	<li>Willingness to learn Dog Adoption Counselor role, to support teammates as needed (cross-training will be provided)</li></ul>

Cat Adoption Counselor Volunteer

Canine Foster Volunteers provide a safe, loving and temporary home for puppies, senior dogs and adult dogs with specific needs.&nbsp; You must have the ability to separate the foster animals from any pets in your home by keeping them in a separate room, if necessary.&nbsp; We will provide training and all the supplies you need.In 2023, our Animal Care Team looked after more than 1500 animals onsite and, thanks to our Foster Volunteers, 1044 additional cats and dogs were cared for in loving foster homes.Description Canine Foster Volunteers are responsible for helping puppies (litter sizes can range from 4-6 puppies), seniors and / or adult dogs in their care thrive until they are ready to be adopted.&nbsp; This will include feeding the animals at least twice a day, possibly more, potty training (for puppies), and exercising and socializing the animals.&nbsp; It may also include bottle feeding and administering oral medications. Time Commitment Typically varies from 1 to 4 hours a day depending on the situation.&nbsp; Foster terms generally last between 2 and 10 weeks, and we ask for an overall, combined commitment of 6 months to fostering. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Maintain clean and tidy environment</li>	<li>Provide treats, food, clean water and clean bedding as required</li>	<li>Provide puppy pee-pad training, if necessary</li>	<li>Bathe and groom dogs, as necessary and if comfortable doing so</li>	<li>Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization</li>	<li>Provide a structured environment and reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable</li>	<li>Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare</li>	<li>Administer medication, as required and as instructed</li>	<li>Ensure any veterinary appointments are kept</li>	<li>Return dogs to GTHS Animal Centre as required (for surgery, treatment, adoption…)</li>	<li>Ensure dogs are safe and secure</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>Be at least 18&nbsp;(younger members of the household may assist the primary Foster Volunteer and gain volunteer hours – please contact <a href="mailto:volunteer@gths.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@gths.ca</a> for details)</li>	<li>Everyone in the household must be in agreement</li>	<li>A room for fostering</li>	<li>Committed to animal welfare</li>	<li>Experience fostering puppies and/or dogs is preferred, but not necessary</li>	<li>Dog handling experience is required</li>	<li>Experience interacting with dogs with behavioural concerns is essential (if accepting foster cases of this nature)</li>	<li>Willing to learn to bottle feed (if fostering pregnant/nursing moms or puppies)</li>	<li>Willing to provide medication</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Ability to read and follow directions</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li>	<li>Good communication skills</li></ul>

Canine Foster Volunteer

Members of the GTHS Dog Care Team work with puppies and dogs of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds (stray, surrendered, neglected, abused, healthy, recovering from surgery, may be easy to handle or may require training for behavioural issues…).Annually, our Cat and Dog Care Teams care for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre.Description Reporting to the Dog Care Coordinator, AM Dog Care Volunteers help to maintain the health and welfare of GTHS dogs. This role entails taking care of our dogs’ environment by cleaning their kennels and outdoor runs, and being responsible for food preparation and feeding our dogs their breakfast. If interested and when time permits, AM Dog Care Volunteers interact with our dogs by assisting with our Canine Enrichment Program. Time Commitment A minimum commitment of one shift per week is required. AM Dog Care shifts are Monday through Sunday, 7.30am-9am. An overall minimum commitment of 6 months is required. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare	<ul>		<li>Maintain clean and organized kennels (inside and outside)</li>		<li>Disinfect kennels and toys</li>		<li>Prepare and provide treats, breakfast and clean water as required or instructed</li>		<li>Wash up any dirty animal dishes (in Animal Equipment Room)</li>		<li>Assist with Animal Centre laundry (washing, drying and folding linens)</li>		<li>Dispose of garbage and recyclables</li>		<li>Ensure dogs are safe and secure</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>If interested and time permits:	<ul>		<li>Dog bathing, grooming, Room 5 petting, time in Dog Yard or X-Pen</li>		<li>Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization</li>		<li>Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable</li>	</ul>	</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li>	<li>Use online Contact List &amp; Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift coverage</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>15 years of age minimum</li>	<li>A commitment to animal welfare</li>	<li>A gentle and kind approach to dog handling</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Ability to work alone and in a team environment</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li>	<li>Must by physically capable of sweeping, mopping, hosing and scrubbing</li></ul>To interact with GTHS dogs:<ul>	<li>Must be confident with dogs</li>	<li>Current dog handling and/or training experience is required</li>	<li>Medium and/or large dog experience is required</li>	<li>Willingness and ability to complete the GTHS Dog Care Program (training from Green to Yellow Dog Walker status) is a must upon joining the Dog Care Team, as is the completion of any future intermittent training</li></ul>

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