Volunteer: Foster a Future Service Dog: Weekends & Nights (shuttle available)Are you a dog lover willing to provide wellness & care for a dog during evenings and weekends? Being a Canine Companions foster could be the perfect role for you! As a foster volunteer you’ll give a dog in professional training a loving home while they embark on their journey to become a service dog. You’ll get to see the progress your furry companion is making in their training and be a vital part of their journey, without the commitment of looking after a dog full-time! All food, medical care, and resources are supplied to you as the foster. All dogs are either Labradors, Golden Retrievers, or a mix of these breeds, all over 1.5 years old. Flexible options to drop off/pick up dogs from our training location in SODO Seattle or the service dog shuttle will be at the West Seattle YMCA M-Th 8:20-8:45AM/3:20-3:45PM or talk to us about ridesharing at a central location closer to you. Most fosters commit for 3-6 months. Q: I have existing pets in my home. Can I still foster? A: Yes, as long as your pets are friendly and get along with other animals Q: I have small children in the home. Can I still foster? A: Yes, the service dogs in professional training are well-behaved and have been socialized to children of all ages Q: Do I need to know how to train a dog to foster? A: No, all the training will be done by professional trainers while the dog is at the Puget Sound Field Office. If you don’t feel you tick every box but are interested, we’d love to hear from you! We’re are open to suggestions and are very happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible, please just get in touch. Picking up from work locations throughout King County may be available. Organization: Canine Companions Are you a dog lover willing to provide wellness & care for a dog during evenings and weekends? Being a Canine Companions foster could be the perfect role for you! As a foster volunteer you’ll give a dog in professional training a loving home while they embark on their journey to become a service dog. You’ll get to see the progress your furry companion is making in their training and be a vital part of their journey, without the commitment of looking after a dog full-time! All food, medical care, and resources are supplied to you as the foster. All dogs are either Labradors, Golden Retrievers, or a mix of these breeds, all over 1.5 years old. Flexible options to drop off/pick up dogs from our training location in SODO Seattle or the service dog shuttle will be at the West Seattle YMCA M-Th 8:20-8:45AM/3:20-3:45PM or talk to us about ridesharing at a central location closer to you. Most fosters commit for 3-6 months. Q: I have existing pets in my home. Can I still foster? A: Yes, as long as your pets are friendly and get along with other animals Q: I have small children in the home. Can I still foster? A: Yes, the service dogs in professional training are well-behaved and have been socialized to children of all ages Q: Do I need to know how to train a dog to foster? A: No, all the training will be done by professional trainers while the dog is at the Puget Sound Field Office. If you don’t feel you tick every box but are interested, we’d love to hear from you! We’re are open to suggestions and are very happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible, please just get in touch. Picking up from work locations throughout King County may be available. Organization: Canine Companions Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98134 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Raise a future service dog puppyNo matter where you're located, you can volunteer to raise a puppy and be a part of something truly life-changing! Help inspire independence and provide service dogs to people with disabilities! What’s in it for you? Be a Hero: Play a crucial role in preparing a future service dog for their life-changing work.Learn to Work with Dogs: No dog experience necessary-guidance and support are provided!Have Fun: Enjoy the playful companionship of a puppy while making a lasting impact. Connect with a passionate community of puppy raisers, volunteers and graduates.Flexible Commitment: While many choose to raise a puppy for the entire 16-18 month journey, we offer flexible options to fit your lifestyleWhat’s Involved? Create a Loving Home: Provide a safe environment for a puppy (the only dog under 12 months in your home).Learn and Grow: Teach essential puppy manners and skills with our support and resources, including a puppy class!Stay Connected: Work closely with us to track the puppy’s progress and participate in regular puppy classes.Ensure Wellness: Provide food, veterinary care and age-appropriate socialization.Keep Active: Supervise their activities and use a leash. Consider bringing your puppy to work, if permitted.Celebrate the Journey: Celebrate the incredible journey together, as the puppy returns to our training center and starts professional service dog training.Curious to learn more about this incredible journey? Discover more by joining our upcoming virtual volunteer info session. Submit your volunteer application today, and visit our website for FAQs and more details! Organization: Canine Companions No matter where you're located, you can volunteer to raise a puppy and be a part of something truly life-changing! Help inspire independence and provide service dogs to people with disabilities! What’s in it for you? Be a Hero: Play a crucial role in preparing a future service dog for their life-changing work.Learn to Work with Dogs: No dog experience necessary-guidance and support are provided!Have Fun: Enjoy the playful companionship of a puppy while making a lasting impact. Connect with a passionate community of puppy raisers, volunteers and graduates.Flexible Commitment: While many choose to raise a puppy for the entire 16-18 month journey, we offer flexible options to fit your lifestyleWhat’s Involved? Create a Loving Home: Provide a safe environment for a puppy (the only dog under 12 months in your home).Learn and Grow: Teach essential puppy manners and skills with our support and resources, including a puppy class!Stay Connected: Work closely with us to track the puppy’s progress and participate in regular puppy classes.Ensure Wellness: Provide food, veterinary care and age-appropriate socialization.Keep Active: Supervise their activities and use a leash. Consider bringing your puppy to work, if permitted.Celebrate the Journey: Celebrate the incredible journey together, as the puppy returns to our training center and starts professional service dog training.Curious to learn more about this incredible journey? Discover more by joining our upcoming virtual volunteer info session. Submit your volunteer application today, and visit our website for FAQs and more details! Organization: Canine Companions Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98134 Allow Groups: Yes |