Volunteer: Owner Surrender CoordinatorThe Owner Surrender Coordinator is responsible for working with local families who need to surrender their animal to Ruff Start Rescue. Whoever takes this role will need more than just a basic knowledge of animal behavior - they need to be able to read between the lines and feel comfortable asking thoughtful, sometimes probing questions to fully understand the pet and the situation. The goal is to ensure we’re bringing appropriate animals into the program - ones that we can realistically support and set up for success in their new forever home. The OS Coordinator works through the entire process of bringing an animal into the rescue. Beginning with collecting information from the surrenderer (images, vet records, etc.), networking the animal in the private RSR Animals Needing Fosters Page, and getting foster commitment. You also may be asked for help coordinating the transfer of the animal into the rescue as well. Once the animal is with their foster, work with an Intake Admin to add them to the website and notify vetting and intake of the new addition. There can be a lot of back and forth in the role so daily check-ins to your RSR email are required. Time Commitment: 3-5 hours a week or 30-45 minutes daily (weekday) Responsibilities: Logging into email, facebook and RescueGroups daily Review owner surrender applications and look for red flags Ask thorough questions to better understand the animal and the situation Lining up fosters for the animals that are chosen to come into rescue Sending owner surrender agreements Work with Intake Admin to perform an intake on the animal by adding to the website and sending out an announcement email to intake, vetting and the FM involved Qualifications: Must be 18+ Reliable access to the internet Proficiency using Gmail and Google Drive preferred Comfortable asking sometimes difficult questions Ability to work courteously and cooperatively with all members of RSR and the public Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision and direction at times Ability to show compassion and empathize with owner surrenders and shelter/veterinary staff Demonstrate affection for animals and concern for their welfare Understanding of all animals that might be placed within RSR and knowing when we cannot help and when we can Familiarity with animals, knowledge of animal behavior, and experience working with animal welfare programs is required. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue The Owner Surrender Coordinator is responsible for working with local families who need to surrender their animal to Ruff Start Rescue. Whoever takes this role will need more than just a basic knowledge of animal behavior - they need to be able to read between the lines and feel comfortable asking thoughtful, sometimes probing questions to fully understand the pet and the situation. The goal is to ensure we’re bringing appropriate animals into the program - ones that we can realistically support and set up for success in their new forever home. The OS Coordinator works through the entire process of bringing an animal into the rescue. Beginning with collecting information from the surrenderer (images, vet records, etc.), networking the animal in the private RSR Animals Needing Fosters Page, and getting foster commitment. You also may be asked for help coordinating the transfer of the animal into the rescue as well. Once the animal is with their foster, work with an Intake Admin to add them to the website and notify vetting and intake of the new addition. There can be a lot of back and forth in the role so daily check-ins to your RSR email are required. Time Commitment: 3-5 hours a week or 30-45 minutes daily (weekday) Responsibilities: Logging into email, facebook and RescueGroups daily Review owner surrender applications and look for red flags Ask thorough questions to better understand the animal and the situation Lining up fosters for the animals that are chosen to come into rescue Sending owner surrender agreements Work with Intake Admin to perform an intake on the animal by adding to the website and sending out an announcement email to intake, vetting and the FM involved Qualifications: Must be 18+ Reliable access to the internet Proficiency using Gmail and Google Drive preferred Comfortable asking sometimes difficult questions Ability to work courteously and cooperatively with all members of RSR and the public Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision and direction at times Ability to show compassion and empathize with owner surrenders and shelter/veterinary staff Demonstrate affection for animals and concern for their welfare Understanding of all animals that might be placed within RSR and knowing when we cannot help and when we can Familiarity with animals, knowledge of animal behavior, and experience working with animal welfare programs is required. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Young Professionals BoardWe have an exciting new opportunity at Ruff Start Rescue for young professionals! We are thrilled to introduce the Young Professionals Board to our robust list of involvement opportunities! This is a one-year year commitment. Check out the website to learn more: Young Professionals Board - Ruff Start Rescue Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue We have an exciting new opportunity at Ruff Start Rescue for young professionals! We are thrilled to introduce the Young Professionals Board to our robust list of involvement opportunities! This is a one-year year commitment. Check out the website to learn more: Young Professionals Board - Ruff Start Rescue Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Transport Vetting LeadAs a vetting transport lead, you will be responsible for attending animal transports (typically dogs) at the office in Princeton. At the transport, you will be responsible for ensuring that the animals coming into the rescue are examined, perform any needed services, and the proper documentation is recorded. This may include vaccines, microchipping, heartworm tests, nail trims, deworming, application of flea/tick preventative, administering heartworm medication, or other treatments as indicated. Professional experience is required for this role. You will also be responsible for answering any questions that the fosters may have regarding the animal's future vetting needs, meds or any vetting issues addressed during the intake process. Also, describe how to administer medications, etc., at home if sending with the foster to administer. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue As a vetting transport lead, you will be responsible for attending animal transports (typically dogs) at the office in Princeton. At the transport, you will be responsible for ensuring that the animals coming into the rescue are examined, perform any needed services, and the proper documentation is recorded. This may include vaccines, microchipping, heartworm tests, nail trims, deworming, application of flea/tick preventative, administering heartworm medication, or other treatments as indicated. Professional experience is required for this role. You will also be responsible for answering any questions that the fosters may have regarding the animal's future vetting needs, meds or any vetting issues addressed during the intake process. Also, describe how to administer medications, etc., at home if sending with the foster to administer. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Transport Vetting HelperAs a vetting transport helper, you will be responsible for attending animal transports (typically dogs) located at the office in Princeton. These typically happen on Saturdays. Professional experience is required for this role. At the transport, you will be responsible for ensuring that the animals coming into the rescue are examined, perform any needed services, and the proper documentation is recorded. This may include vaccines, microchipping, heartworm tests, nail trims, deworming, flea/tick preventative application, administering heartworm medication, or other treatments as indicated. The role of the vetting transport helper will provide support for the Vetting Transport Lead in all the indicated tasks. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer – Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue As a vetting transport helper, you will be responsible for attending animal transports (typically dogs) located at the office in Princeton. These typically happen on Saturdays. Professional experience is required for this role. At the transport, you will be responsible for ensuring that the animals coming into the rescue are examined, perform any needed services, and the proper documentation is recorded. This may include vaccines, microchipping, heartworm tests, nail trims, deworming, flea/tick preventative application, administering heartworm medication, or other treatments as indicated. The role of the vetting transport helper will provide support for the Vetting Transport Lead in all the indicated tasks. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer – Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Local Transport DriverTransport Drivers are individuals who help give rides to our foster animals. These rides are most often from the foster homes to the Ruff Start office in Princeton (or back) on surgery days, but can also be to partner vet clinics or to pick up a new intake or deliver an animal to a foster or adoptive home. These volunteers will use their own vehicle to transport animals in crates. When a request for a ride is submitted, our Transport Coordinators will send out an email to volunteers asking for someone to help with the ride. Once a volunteer steps up, the Transport Coordinator will send an email connecting the Transport Driver and the foster, who then coordinate a drop off/pick up time and location. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer – Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Transport Drivers are individuals who help give rides to our foster animals. These rides are most often from the foster homes to the Ruff Start office in Princeton (or back) on surgery days, but can also be to partner vet clinics or to pick up a new intake or deliver an animal to a foster or adoptive home. These volunteers will use their own vehicle to transport animals in crates. When a request for a ride is submitted, our Transport Coordinators will send out an email to volunteers asking for someone to help with the ride. Once a volunteer steps up, the Transport Coordinator will send an email connecting the Transport Driver and the foster, who then coordinate a drop off/pick up time and location. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer – Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: General Transport VolunteerOffice Transport Volunteers are responsible for helping the transport lead to ensure a smooth transport of dogs coming from TX. You are required to be at the transport you volunteer for to help set up, tear down, ensure dogs go through vetting/pictures, are fitted for collars/harnesses and welcome new fosters and FTAs. You are working together with other volunteers and leads to make sure all the dogs are handled appropriately. You are representing Ruff Start Rescue and we expect you will be approachable, professional and helpful. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer – Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Office Transport Volunteers are responsible for helping the transport lead to ensure a smooth transport of dogs coming from TX. You are required to be at the transport you volunteer for to help set up, tear down, ensure dogs go through vetting/pictures, are fitted for collars/harnesses and welcome new fosters and FTAs. You are working together with other volunteers and leads to make sure all the dogs are handled appropriately. You are representing Ruff Start Rescue and we expect you will be approachable, professional and helpful. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer – Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Event Helper VolunteerEvent volunteers are an important part of our events team! RSR has events nearly every week that rely on volunteers to make them successful. Responsibilities may include: talking to the public about RSR and answering questions about volunteer opportunities and fostering, setting up an information table with marketing materials, selling merchandise, and running our fundraising ‘prize wheel’ where guests make a donation to spin the wheel and win a prize. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Event volunteers are an important part of our events team! RSR has events nearly every week that rely on volunteers to make them successful. Responsibilities may include: talking to the public about RSR and answering questions about volunteer opportunities and fostering, setting up an information table with marketing materials, selling merchandise, and running our fundraising ‘prize wheel’ where guests make a donation to spin the wheel and win a prize. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Cat Snuggler VolunteerCat Snugglers help provide companionship for the cats staying at the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton. Spending time with the office cats helps with socializing them and decreases their stress. The number of cats at the office varies, often ranging from just a few to upwards of 10. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Cat Snugglers help provide companionship for the cats staying at the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton. Spending time with the office cats helps with socializing them and decreases their stress. The number of cats at the office varies, often ranging from just a few to upwards of 10. Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue. Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Animal Foster Home - Dog, Cat, or CritterInterested in Becoming a Foster? Foster care is the most important part of Ruff Start Rescue. The animals depend on qualified people to join our team. RSR is looking for fosters to open their hearts and homes to animals in need and care for them until they are adopted. An RSR fosters responsibility is to love, feed, play and exercise, and provide social interaction for the foster animal. You are also required to take the animal to vet appointments and handle any medical tasks such as giving daily medications. It will always involve treating the animal as if it were your own. It’s easy to get started! The first step is to fill out and submit a foster application at: https://ruffstartrescue.org/get-involved/foster/ After RSR receives and reviews your application a home visit will be scheduled so you can meet someone from the rescue and discuss your questions and concerns about fostering an RSR animal. If everything goes well you will be able to begin your new role as an RSR foster. All Ruff Start Rescue Fosters MUST: Have all of their pets spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccines. Be patient! There is no set amount of time a foster pet will be at your home. We do not want to have to move foster pets from one foster home to another. Constant moving can really set back their rehabilitation. We do expect our fosters to be patient and keep their foster pet until they get adopted. Be willing to work with their foster pets. Many of these animals are coming directly from shelter environments, have been picked up as strays, came from a life inside of a small cage at a puppy mill or were treated with malicious intent. Many simply have no idea how to behave inside of a home. It's not their fault, and they can learn with PATIENCE, GUIDANCE, LOVE, and CONSISTENCY. Attend at least one Adoption Event a month. Have the foster animals on a leash when outside at ALL time, unless you have a completely fenced in yard. Exercise their foster pet adequately. Foster dogs are expected to have daily walks. Be willing to drive their foster pet to their vet appointments at one of the Vet clinics we work with. Give their foster pets their medication if they need it! If your foster pet needs medication, you will be expected to give them their medication on time and in the correct doses. Send updates on their foster pets to their Placement Coordinator on a regular basis. This would include the foster pet's likes, dislikes, biographies, and of course...lots of pictures!! These will all need to be kept as up to date as possible. Supervise their foster pet at all times. When no one is at home, the foster pets should be baby gated or crated, if necessary, for safety. You must have your own homeowners insurance or renters liability coverage before fostering with RSR.**There are always animals that need a loving foster home and we will work with you to determine the ones that will best fit with your lifestyle. ** Questions about becoming a foster? Feel free to email us at: foster@ruffstartrescue.org Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Interested in Becoming a Foster? Foster care is the most important part of Ruff Start Rescue. The animals depend on qualified people to join our team. RSR is looking for fosters to open their hearts and homes to animals in need and care for them until they are adopted. An RSR fosters responsibility is to love, feed, play and exercise, and provide social interaction for the foster animal. You are also required to take the animal to vet appointments and handle any medical tasks such as giving daily medications. It will always involve treating the animal as if it were your own. It’s easy to get started! The first step is to fill out and submit a foster application at: https://ruffstartrescue.org/get-involved/foster/ After RSR receives and reviews your application a home visit will be scheduled so you can meet someone from the rescue and discuss your questions and concerns about fostering an RSR animal. If everything goes well you will be able to begin your new role as an RSR foster. All Ruff Start Rescue Fosters MUST: Have all of their pets spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccines. Be patient! There is no set amount of time a foster pet will be at your home. We do not want to have to move foster pets from one foster home to another. Constant moving can really set back their rehabilitation. We do expect our fosters to be patient and keep their foster pet until they get adopted. Be willing to work with their foster pets. Many of these animals are coming directly from shelter environments, have been picked up as strays, came from a life inside of a small cage at a puppy mill or were treated with malicious intent. Many simply have no idea how to behave inside of a home. It's not their fault, and they can learn with PATIENCE, GUIDANCE, LOVE, and CONSISTENCY. Attend at least one Adoption Event a month. Have the foster animals on a leash when outside at ALL time, unless you have a completely fenced in yard. Exercise their foster pet adequately. Foster dogs are expected to have daily walks. Be willing to drive their foster pet to their vet appointments at one of the Vet clinics we work with. Give their foster pets their medication if they need it! If your foster pet needs medication, you will be expected to give them their medication on time and in the correct doses. Send updates on their foster pets to their Placement Coordinator on a regular basis. This would include the foster pet's likes, dislikes, biographies, and of course...lots of pictures!! These will all need to be kept as up to date as possible. Supervise their foster pet at all times. When no one is at home, the foster pets should be baby gated or crated, if necessary, for safety. You must have your own homeowners insurance or renters liability coverage before fostering with RSR.**There are always animals that need a loving foster home and we will work with you to determine the ones that will best fit with your lifestyle. ** Questions about becoming a foster? Feel free to email us at: foster@ruffstartrescue.org Nonprofit: Ruff Start Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Nonprofit Requirement: 1 years old Zip Code: 55371 Allow Groups: No |