Cat Enrichment
Purpose of role:
To provide in-kennel enrichment to felines in the form of play, exercise, grooming (i.e brushing) and vocal/visual stimulation
Qualifications:
- Must meet age requirements (over 14 years of age with adult supervision/signed parental or guardian consent, 16 years of age with signed parental or guardian consent, or 18 years of age or older)
- Able to lift 15 pounds
- Familiar with cat behaviours and body language
- Able to work with minimal supervision once trained
- Able to communicate with Animal Care Staff or CEC if medical or behavioral issue arises
- Stay consistent with logging hours (signing in and out) and maintaining a commitment to shifts
- Follow all shelter protocols, practices and instructions as directed by TBDHS
Time Commitment:
Minimum 6 Month Commitment (Atleast one shift per month. Shifts will depend on animal availability)
Primary Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Provide play and/or exercise
- Provide visual and vocal stimulation
- Mild grooming (i.e brushing)
- Relaying information to Animal Care Workers or CEC if any underlaying issues arise
- Documentation of hours
- Additional cleaning tasks in shelter if required
Selection
As per TBDHS recruitment expectations, Volunteers must complete:
TBDHS Volunteer application form
Interview with Community Engagement Coordinator (in-person, Zoom or Facetime)
Once accepted, complete an in-person tour and orientation