Become a Volunteer
We have three levels of volunteers.
Level I - Entry Level: does janitorial work, kennel helper (cleaning under Kennel Tech's supervision) and general maintenance.
Level II - Skilled Volunteer: Kennel assistance workers, grooming, inoculation clinic, fostering, adopt-a-pet, administrative support, and publicity.
Level III - Senior Level: Adoptions, Intake, Vaccinations & Microchips, checkout keys & traps.
Contact:
Volunteer Coordinator Melissa Budd-Scheuttig
or ACO Kay Fisk
817-616-3769
Kay Fisk vfisk@richlandhills.com
7049 Baker Blvd.
Richland Hills, Texas
Click here to download the Volunteer Application. Fill out, print and turn in to the Richland Hills Animal Shelter
Duties and Opportunities:
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Exercise Animals: Walk animals, supervise animal outdoor time, etc.
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Clean: Clean kennels and other light cleaning in public areas of the shelter
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Administrative: Answer phones, greet patrons, and other similar tasks
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Assist with “Get Acquainted” process for potential adoptions
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Assist at events, including Vaccination/Shot events and Adoption
Programs Requirements:
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Must be 16 years of age or older
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Time commitment and shifts vary. We require a commitment of at least 10 hours.
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Training will be provided as needed, however, volunteer should be comfortable interacting with both people and animals
Environmental Conditions:
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Inside and outside opportunities available.
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Position works in an environment that is often noisy and where allergens are present.
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Strong odors are expected and volunteers should expect to get dirty. No open-toed shoes or flip-flops are allowed (city liability issues).



