VOLUNTEER AT PAWS
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What is like volunteering at PAWS?
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If you are seeking to complete court-ordered community service hours, Please click below for more information or call 850-243-1525
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are essential to the well being of animals at PAWS. Whether you want to work hands-on with dogs and cats, help at events, or support the shelter with behind-the-scenes tasks, there’s a place for you to make a difference. Every volunteer helps improve the lives of homeless pets and brings them closer to finding a loving home.
PLAY YARD
Exercise, play, and help socialize dogs in our play yards.
DOG WALKER
Take a dog for a walk during your lunch break or free time.
FOSTER
Give animals a temporary home and care while they wait for their forever family.
CAT care
Socialize and play with cats in our cat rooms.
DOGGY DATES
Take a dog out for the day!
PAWS Thrift Store
Help organize donations and work at PAWS Thrift Shop.
Clinic HELPER
Wash towels, blankets, and dishes at the shelter. Help with administrative and office tasks.
EVENTS
Help prepare and attend adoption and fundraising events.
OTHER
Let us know what you're good at and how you want to help!
“Seeing how excited and engaged the dogs are during playtime makes me feel like I am making a positive impact in their lives. It’s the highlight of my week!
Ashlee, Play Yard Volunteer
Group Volunteering
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Volunteer Service Partner
at Panhandle Animal Welfare Society!
Our Volunteer Service Partner program allows organizations to send a small group to help around the shelter. While the projects won’t involve direct animal handling, they cover a range of tangible services that support our mission in truly impactful ways.
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Questions? Please contact TrinaS@paws-shelter.org for more information on our group volunteer opportunities.
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We sincerely appreciate all offers of group volunteering. For more opportunities to get involved with PAWS, please consider other impactful ways to help our animals, such as hosting a donation drive or exploring individual volunteer roles.
Program Guidelines
· Donations are appreciated to help support the animals and the work of PAWS
· Maximum group size: Up to 10 individuals, all participants must be 18+
· Time requirement: Ability to complete a 2–4 hour service project, based on shelter needs
· Limited availability: Due to high demand, we can host two groups per month on a first-come, first-served basis
What to Expect
· A meaningful, on-site volunteer teambuilding experience that directly supports the pets and people of our community
· A staff-led introduction to PAWS' mission, plus a guided facility tour with Q&A
· A hands-on experience with tasks such as grounds and landscaping support, facility cleaning, laundry, dishes, organizing, and other evolving needs of the shelter
· A group photo and social media shout-out (company tag included, if applicable)
· Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing, appropriate for getting dirty, and nonslip, closed-toe shoes
· Every participant must complete a volunteer application, including the name of the group they are volunteering with. This is required for liability purposes.
· PAWS will provide bottled water and all necessary supplies for assigned tasks
Already a PAWS volunteer? Click here to login to your Information Center.