When you are responsible for several sled dogs, having an extra set of hands to help out is always nice! Before reaching out to us to schedule a time to come and volunteer, please consider the following:
- Our facility is a traditional working sled dog kennel (ie: completely outdoors) the desire and ability to be outside in various weather conditions is a must.
- Our modest facility does not have indoor plumbing but does have a portable toilet for those needing a restroom.
- While we do our best to accommodate mobility needs, we are not necessarily handicap accessible if you will (we are happy to speak with you in greater detail if this applies).
- Pregnant women, anyone who has undergone a recent surgery or sustained a recent injury is not permitted into the kennel.
- All potential volunteers are required to meet with our kennel manager prior to the start of their tasks to ensure it's a good opportunity for both the sled dogs and the volunteer.
- All volunteers receive a kennel tour and safety orientation prior to the start of tasks.
Volunteers Should Have/Be:
- 18 years of age or older (any volunteer under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times and have a risk and release form signed by their parent and/or guardian before each visit)
- Drug and drama free
- Have reliable transportation and be dependable
- A positive attitude and good work ethic
- Ability (and desire) to work outdoors, continuously, in various weather conditions
- Self-motivated, independent, and physically fit.
- Dedicated to providing top-notch care and put in nothing less than 100%
Volunteer Tasks May Include:
- Assistance with daily chores – feeding, watering, poop scooping, haying houses, grooming dogs, etc.
- Assistance with kennel maintenance - building and repairing dog houses, building and repairing kennel structures, basic landscaping task (watering flowers, weedwacking, mowing, etc.).
- If you have any special skills that you think would be beneficial we are happy to discuss that as well for example, we've had professional photographers volunteer their time to help capture adoptable sled dog photos, etc.
To schedule a volunteer opportunity please contact us:
Email: info@nhsdrhec.com OR Phone: 603-545-4533
