Volunteer opportunities for men, women and mature teens include:

Dog Walking - We have a regular dog walking group that meets at the shelter each Wednesday (barring weather problems) at 10am. All of the adoptable dogs in the shelter are walked, socialized and groomed by our group. Or, you can come out anytime and, following a brief orientation by shelter staff, you are free to walk adoptable dogs on the indicated areas. Children younger than 18 can participate too, under parental/guardian supervision.

Cat Socialization - Cats need care too! Volunteers at the shelter may "socialize" cats and help them get ready for their new homes. Petting, grooming and other cat activities are encouraged. Again, children under 18 will need parental supervisition.

Driver - People willing to drive dogs to Denver or Albuquerque are needed to help with our second chance transfer program. When the animal shelter approaches an overcrowded level, transferring the overflow animals keeps us from having to euthanize for space. Another benefit is we are giving the long term resident at the shelter an opportunity for adoption in other areas.

Web Site Photographer - The Humane Society web site is our virtual animal shelter and is our best vehicle for matching shelter pets with prospective adopters. We need volunteers to photograph the pets that come into the shelter weekly for our website and the local newspaper. If you are skilled in photography and are comfortable handling dogs and cats, you can use your skills to enhance adoptions and save lives. A digital camera will be available for your use at the animal shelter. Typically, less than an hour a twice a week is required.

Skilled Craftsmen - Plumber, Electrician, Carpenter, Painter or Handyman. Let us put you on a list of skilled people to contact when the animal shelter is in need of specialized services.

For one of the most rewarding volunteer experiences you will ever have, fill out a Volunteer Application Form!