Volunteer With Us

Getting Started

Our new Volunteer Management Software is now LIVE!  Please be patient with us as our team learns the new program, but rest assured the convenience and ease in communication will be worth it!  Follow the steps below to get signed up, please note there are prerequisites that must be completed prior to volunteering. Please let us know if you have any questions. We can't wait to see you and thank you so much for your interest in volunteering at the Wayne County Dog Shelter!

First Steps

1. Create an account on our new platform!

2. Complete our prerequisites.

  • Waiver of Liability (Will need completed yearly)
  • Online Volunteer Orientation (Will take approximately 45 minutes, only needs completed one time.)
  • Complete a quiz over the orientation material. We promise it's harmless!


CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED! 



What's Next?

  • Once you've created your account and completed your prerequisites we recommend you download the Cause Connect app for convenience.


  • If you have never volunteered before and are interested in walking dogs, give us a call for a one on one tour to help you get acquainted with our facility and our dogs.


  • If you have volunteered with us before you can start using the app right away! View all of our available programs and opportunities at the click of a button. Sign in when you arrive right from your phone.  Cause Connect will track your hours and provide you with helpful feedback about your volunteer journey.


Make A Difference

Ways To Get Involved

Here are a few different ways that you can help the shelter dogs through volunteerism.

In Person

Walk Dogs

Clean Kennels

Wash Dishes

Groom Dogs

Offsite

Assist at a Fundraiser

Assist at an Adoption Event

Collect Donation Jars

Post Adoption Flyers

Transport

Dogs often times need transported to and from the vet or to rescue organizations.

Volunteer

Snacks and Refreshments

Spend time with Shelter Dogs

Small Gift as a Token of our Appreciation

Meet other Volunteers

Contact Us

Saturday

April 20, 2024

9am-2pm

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@ The Wayne County Dog Shelter

5694 Burbank Road

Wooster, OH 44691

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