Volunteer

Thank you so much for your interest in supporting our life-saving mission by volunteering with the Lander Pet Connection! Our volunteer tasks range from walking dogs, filling Kongs and enriching the lives of animals in care, transporting animals to different shelters and rescues, to photographing our animals to help them find their new homes!

Volunteer Tasks

  • Cat Care

    Volunteer with us and be a vital part of our feline family's daily joy at LPC! In the mornings and evenings, we're looking for compassionate individuals eager to join our dedicated team in ensuring the well-being of our charming cat and kitten residents. From feeding to cleaning, and of course, engaging in delightful playtime sessions, your commitment will make a world of difference for our furry friends. With a typical population ranging from 5 to 15 cats, your enthusiasm and dedication are the keys to creating a happy and healthy environment for these lovable companions. We are genuinely grateful for the support of volunteers like you who bring warmth and care to the lives of our feline residents. Join us in making each day brighter for our whiskered companions – it's a paw-some opportunity to make a meaningful impact!

    Note: this sign up is just for the AM cat care, please sign up for Evening Cat Care through your GivePulse App!

  • Dog Walking

    Embark on a rewarding adventure with our dog walking volunteer shifts at LPC! Whether it's a morning stroll, an afternoon jaunt, or a twilight trek, we welcome our dedicated volunteers any day, any time (just make an appointment)! These unsung heroes play a pivotal role in brightening the lives of our shelter dogs, providing them not only with the physical exercise they crave but also the mental stimulation they need. Your commitment to walking our canine companions helps enhance their overall well-being, promoting good mental health and keeping those tails wagging. Each step you take is a stride toward creating a positive impact on the lives of our furry friends. Join us in spreading joy and ensuring our shelter dogs receive the love, care, and exercise they deserve – your time makes a world of difference!

  • Cleaning Crew

    Join our dynamic team as a Daily Cleaning Specialist at LPC, where cleanliness meets compassion! In this crucial role, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining a pristine environment for our shelter residents. From diligently cleaning kennels and crates to sanitizing cat rooms, litter boxes, offices, and the cozy lounge area, your meticulous attention to detail will create a safe and hygienic haven for our furry friends. By assuming responsibility for these essential tasks, you'll allow our dedicated staff to channel their focus into life-saving operations, ensuring the well-being of every animal in our care. This role is more than just cleaning – it's a vital part of our mission to provide a clean and comfortable space where our animals can thrive. If you're passionate about making a difference and contributing to the life-saving efforts of our shelter, join us in this instrumental role where every scrub and sweep counts!

  • Enrichment Specialist

    Become an Enrichment Volunteer at LPC and make a profound impact on the lives of our shelter dogs during their transitional journey! In this role, you'll receive specialized training to provide much-needed breaks for dogs experiencing the challenges of shelter life. Your mission includes filling Kongs, Toppls, and other interactive toys, crafting engaging enrichment activities, and spending quality time with our canine companions on the couch. Whether it's reading a book or simply offering a comforting presence, your dedication helps these dogs feel loved and supported during this crucial phase. By getting to know each dog individually, you play a key role in creating outstanding bios that capture their unique personalities, ultimately increasing their chances of finding their forever homes. Join us in being a beacon of comfort and joy for our shelter dogs, making a meaningful difference one enrichment activity at a time!

  • Maintenance Hero

    Step into the role of Maintenance Hero at LPC and be the hands-on champion keeping our doors wide open! If you've got a knack for painting, we have projects waiting for your artistic touch. A troubleshooting maestro with appliances? Oh, we absolutely need you! But the superhero duties don't end there – we're looking for someone with a green thumb to assist with occasional gardening and mowing in the summer, ensuring our facility stays as beautiful as our mission. As the winter chill sets in, your snow-shoveling, snow-blowing, and ice-chopping skills will keep our operation running smoothly. We are immensely grateful for the real-life heroes who maintain the heartbeat of our facility. Join us in ensuring our shelter remains a warm, welcoming haven for our furry friends all year round – your maintenance superpowers are the key to our success!

  • Doggy Uber

    Rev up your passion for pets and become a vital part of our life-saving mission as a Doggy (and Kitty) Uber! In this crucial role, you'll be the wheels that drive our efforts to care for animals in need. Your main missions include transporting furry friends to and from the vet for spay and neuter appointments, offering a helping hand in foster transport assistance, and ensuring our animals reach incredible transfer partners in neighboring counties and states. Your commitment to being the driving force behind these journeys is invaluable in making a positive impact on the lives of countless animals. Join us in turning miles into smiles as you play a key role in creating brighter futures for our beloved four-legged companions!

  • Field Trips

    Embark on an adventure with our Field Trip Foster program and be a hero for a day! Fostering a dog is as easy as a day out on the town, a scenic hike up the Canyon trails, or a simple ride along. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is not just to provide a much needed getaway but to capture the moments with as many photos as possible. By showcasing these happy outings, you're playing an instrumental role in getting these dogs noticed and increasing their chances of finding forever homes. Join us in turning a day of fun into a lifetime of love for these deserving pups – your field trips make all the difference in the world!

  • Photography and Social Media

    Calling all camera-crazy heroes! Help our shelter animals strike a pose and find their new homes faster. As our Volunteer Photographer & Social Media Whiz, you'll capture the hearts of potential adopters with stunning photos and heartwarming videos. Whether you're a photography pro or just a selfie enthusiast, your talent can make tails wag and whiskers twitch in excitement. Join us in spreading smiles, one click at a time, because every good photo means more attention and a greater chance for our furry friends to find their happily ever afters!

  • Special Event Superhero

    Calling all animal-loving event extraordinaires! Become our Special Event Superhero and help create magical moments for our shelter pets. Your role involves handling adoptable animals and spreading love at adoption events. Be a part of the behind-the-scenes action – setting up, taking down, and ensuring our events run smoother than a cat's purr. Your superpowers include a passion for pets, a love for laughter, and an eagerness to make tails wag and hearts purr. Join us in making every event a fur-tastic celebration!

Steps to Volunteer

  1. Fill out our Volunteer Waiver (and Minor Waiver if you have kids under 18 joining you!)

  2. Sign up for a Volunteer Orientation (required for all volunteers except Community Service Volunteers)

Community Service

Our Community Service Volunteers are life-savers, too! Please fill out this form if you need hours for something, and our volunteer coordinator will get in touch with you.