VOLUNTEERS
Our organization could not exist without volunteers. As a private, non-profit organization, we rely on the assistance of caring and hard-working volunteers in all of our programs. Working directly with the animals can increase their chances of adoption by providing additional human contact. Volunteers also help us inform the community of the goals and objectives of the Sevier Animal Care Center and promote responsible pet ownership.
Sevier Animal Care Center Volunteer Application
*** Special rules apply to volunteers under the age of 18. ***
*** Special rules apply to volunteers under the age of 18. ***
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Join our team!
Sevier Animal Care Center needs volunteer help every day. All potential volunteers will need to complete a volunteer questionnaire. We will help you find the right tasks that fit your interests. Help us make the animals comfortable while they wait on their forever homes! Requirements:
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FIELD TRIP PROGRAM
How would you like to borrow one of our dogs for a few hours? Our Field Trip Program allows you to do just that. You can come and check out an approved dog just like a library book and return them the same day. This program is perfect for folks who cannot adopt, but still want to have some tail waggin’ time. You may even run across someone on your adventure who would love to adopt your new friend. Never fear- your ‘go bag’ will be stocked with essentials such as water, poopy bags, and our shelter’s business cards. Simply direct those folks to us. Bonus points if you get some fabulous photos that we can use of the doggo enjoying their trip. SELFIES ANYONE?? Some key items to note:
How would you like to borrow one of our dogs for a few hours? Our Field Trip Program allows you to do just that. You can come and check out an approved dog just like a library book and return them the same day. This program is perfect for folks who cannot adopt, but still want to have some tail waggin’ time. You may even run across someone on your adventure who would love to adopt your new friend. Never fear- your ‘go bag’ will be stocked with essentials such as water, poopy bags, and our shelter’s business cards. Simply direct those folks to us. Bonus points if you get some fabulous photos that we can use of the doggo enjoying their trip. SELFIES ANYONE?? Some key items to note:
- Parks, dog friendly walking trials, restaurant patios, and Starbucks pup cup runs are only a few of the wonderful possibilities!
- Dogs enjoy quality time, exercise and socialization outside of the shelter. They often come back happy and ready for a nap.
- You’ll have a great time too! There is no commitment beyond simply spending time together and having fun.
- Participants must be at least 18 years old, or accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Dogs must remain on leash, held by an adult, at all times.
- We ask that you avoid dog parks as they can be overwhelming for many shelter pups.
- It is recommended that the dog be kept separate from personal pets.
- All you have to do is complete a volunteer application and waiver form, which can be done on site. Please bring a valid ID.
- Dogs are available for pick up/drop off from 8-11:30 am and 1-4:30 pm.
Community Service and Volunteer Appointment Calendar
Please fill out a Volunteer Application then, book your appointment below.
Covid-19: Currently we are only allowing up to 5 Community Service Members/Volunteers a day. In the event more are scheduled, we will notify you by phone.
Please only sign up for your appropriate duties.
Community Service = CS Duties / Volunteers = Volunteer Duties
This helps us track and monitor who we have in the building.
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Fosters
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Foster Program:
Sevier Animal Care Center utilizes foster homes to provide temporary housing for animals in need. This is an essential component of our mission to find permanent homes for all adoptable animals. Our foster families save lives by opening shelter space and providing animals with attention and care. Open your heart and home to an animal in need!
What types animals need foster care?
Orphaned puppies of kittens that need bottle-feeding.
Un-weaned puppies or kittens with their mother. -OR-
Puppies or kittens old enough to eat on their own but not ready to be spayed or neutered.
Pets with injury, recovery, or weight loss/gain challenges.
Pets awaiting rescue or transport.
Select animals that need time in home for socialization.
How it Works
Step 1:
All animals are examined by our shelter team and given tests, vaccines, de-wormer and flea treatments. The animal’s needs are evaluated.
Step 2: Foster families are informed of the animal’s need for foster care through our FB group for foster families and/or my phone.
Step 3:
The foster family picks up the foster animal(s) and supplies.
Step 4:
The foster animal brings their animal(s) to SACC as needed for examination and vaccines.
Step 5:
When the animal(s) ready for adoption, they will be placed on our adoption floor until a forever home is found.
Sevier Animal Care Center utilizes foster homes to provide temporary housing for animals in need. This is an essential component of our mission to find permanent homes for all adoptable animals. Our foster families save lives by opening shelter space and providing animals with attention and care. Open your heart and home to an animal in need!
What types animals need foster care?
Orphaned puppies of kittens that need bottle-feeding.
Un-weaned puppies or kittens with their mother. -OR-
Puppies or kittens old enough to eat on their own but not ready to be spayed or neutered.
Pets with injury, recovery, or weight loss/gain challenges.
Pets awaiting rescue or transport.
Select animals that need time in home for socialization.
How it Works
Step 1:
All animals are examined by our shelter team and given tests, vaccines, de-wormer and flea treatments. The animal’s needs are evaluated.
Step 2: Foster families are informed of the animal’s need for foster care through our FB group for foster families and/or my phone.
Step 3:
The foster family picks up the foster animal(s) and supplies.
Step 4:
The foster animal brings their animal(s) to SACC as needed for examination and vaccines.
Step 5:
When the animal(s) ready for adoption, they will be placed on our adoption floor until a forever home is found.
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Adoption Ambassador
An Adoption Ambassador is a foster parent/family who actively promotes their foster pet(s) for adoption. The foster parent/family is empowered to find a safe and loving home through word of mouth, social media posts and emails to friends and family or by taking their foster pets to pet-friendly places throughout town.
An Adoption Ambassador is a foster parent/family who actively promotes their foster pet(s) for adoption. The foster parent/family is empowered to find a safe and loving home through word of mouth, social media posts and emails to friends and family or by taking their foster pets to pet-friendly places throughout town.
