The value of volunteers
Because I now work in an area of animal welfare, I have first hand experience of the value of volunteers. The number of hours people dedicate to working with shelters and rescues is high. Many people walk dogs or cuddle cats.
This decreases the lonliness of an animal who lives in a kennel situation. Some animals, who have a mistrust of humans since being dumped off, begin to look forward to visits from volunteers, and begin to trust again.
Cats, who are used to having a lap to curl up in, find a willing volunteer who will sit for hours stroking stroking. Dogs, who need a good game of fetch, or work on basic manners, begin to receive that attention from volunteers.
Volunteers answer phones, act as foster parents, stuff envelopes, work with the animals, and smile. They smile because they are doing something they love and helping the most needy, those who cannot speak for themselves.
Due to the number of animals in shelters today, were it not for the volunteers, staff could easily become overwhelmed with the daily tasks which must be done when caring for animals.
This is my salute to all the volunteers. You give of your time, which is precious, to care.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact your local rescue or shelter. They are always in need and appreciate everyone who walks in the door.
This decreases the lonliness of an animal who lives in a kennel situation. Some animals, who have a mistrust of humans since being dumped off, begin to look forward to visits from volunteers, and begin to trust again.
Cats, who are used to having a lap to curl up in, find a willing volunteer who will sit for hours stroking stroking. Dogs, who need a good game of fetch, or work on basic manners, begin to receive that attention from volunteers.
Volunteers answer phones, act as foster parents, stuff envelopes, work with the animals, and smile. They smile because they are doing something they love and helping the most needy, those who cannot speak for themselves.
Due to the number of animals in shelters today, were it not for the volunteers, staff could easily become overwhelmed with the daily tasks which must be done when caring for animals.
This is my salute to all the volunteers. You give of your time, which is precious, to care.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact your local rescue or shelter. They are always in need and appreciate everyone who walks in the door.
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