Volunteer at Independence Animal Services
Are you interested in helping Independence's homeless animals? Animal Services Division's volunteer program has a variety of options for anyone wanting to help homeless, stray, or abused animals either directly or indirectly. You can make a difference! We are currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are willing to put their energy into the lives of the animals that walk through our door.
- Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age unless accompanied by an adult. Those under the age of 18 years must have signed parental consent.
- Volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation given on Tuesdays at 4:00 or Saturdays at 10:00. Both times are at Independence Animal Services.
- Certain volunteer positions will require additional training.
- Please contact the Independence Animal Services volunteer coordinator at 325-7212 to register or for more information.
- CHAPS - Citizen Humane Animal Patrol Service. This service requires additional training to drive the streets and help with transportation of animals to the veterinarian in the mornings. This allows for you to become aware of the job skills of an Animal Services officer.
- Dog walker - All our dogs can be walked and exercised so that they are more adoptable. You get exercise and they get their's!
- Kennel/cattery assistant - We need volunteers to make sure the animals are clean and comfortable, and to help potential adopters interact with the animals.
These are just a few of the opportunities available in which we can use your skills, or help you build new skills.