Volunteer

How Can I Help?

So many options! If you’re financially prepared and ready for the long-term commitment, Adopt! Whether it’s with Poodle and Pooch Rescue, a local shelter or another rescue organization, Adopt, Don’t Shop! If you aren’t ready to adopt, please consider volunteering (additional notes on volunteering below). If you can’t volunteer, Donate! Many folks set up monthly contributions, even just $10/month makes a difference. If you can’t donate, become an advocate, share our stories, our social media posts, our emails – share the stories of dogs in need and the importance of supporting rescue. Be a voice for the voiceless! Let people know that there are GREAT animals just begging for a home in shelters and in local rescue organizations. By adopting and spreading the word, you are helping to save lives!

What Are Your PPR Volunteer Opportunities?

Did you know that Poodle and Pooch Rescue is 100% volunteer-based? We do not have 1 single paid employee. That means we need an army of volunteers to help support our rescue efforts.

FOSTER – All of our dogs are in foster homes throughout Central Florida. If you’re interested in fostering, even if it’s short term fostering or vacation coverage, there is always a need for help.

—> Please tell us more about yourself by completing a foster application here: I’m interested in fostering!

—> For volunteer opportunities other than fostering, such as the ones below, please complete a general volunteer application here: I’m interested in other types of volunteer opportunities!

TRANSPORT – If you have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, we need volunteers who can help transport dogs between doctor appointments or from the shelter to one of our veterinary partners.

SOCIAL MEDIA – Are you creative and social-media savvy? We need volunteers to help create engaging posts, share our dogs’ stories, promote adoptions and fundraising efforts, and keep our community connected to PPR. Experience with Facebook, Instagram, Canva or creating short-form video content is especially helpful.

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX – If you are looking for volunteer hours or want to help Poodle and Pooch Rescue, you could organize a fundraiser, a community yard sale, a craft fair, collect supplies (beds, food, towels, toys, etc) or consider other fundraising ideas. Please email us at events@PoodleandPoochRescue.org for more information. We love to think outside of the box and come up with some fun, creative ways to support our dogs!