• Paws Across Connecticut — Volunteer Groomer Application

  • Thank you for your interest in becoming part of Paws Across Connecticut! 

    Paws Across Connecticut is a community outreach initiative founded by Arshae Campbell of Shae’s Holistic Pet Care with one simple mission: to connect compassionate professional groomers with Connecticut dogs and families who genuinely need a helping hand.

    Through donated professional grooming services, we hope to help dogs belonging to senior citizens, low-income families, individuals and families experiencing hardship, and shelter or rescue dogs in need.

    Our goal is to designate one Sunday each month as a Paws Across Connecticut Giveback Sunday. However, volunteer groomers are not required to participate every month or specifically on Sundays. Every groomer chooses when, where, how often, and what types of dogs they are willing and equipped to help.

    Whether you donate one groom a year or participate regularly, every dog helped matters.

    Submitting this application does not obligate you to accept any particular dog, case, or appointment. You will always have the opportunity to review available information about a potential match and decide whether you are comfortable accepting the dog.

     

  • About You

    Tell us about you and your grooming business
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  • Your Grooming Experience

    Tell us about your professional grooming background and current work environment.
  • How many years of professional grooming experience do you have?*
  • What type of grooming environment do you currently work in?*
  • Are you currently operating professionally and in compliance with the requirements applicable to your grooming business?*
  • Do you currently carry business and/or professional liability insurance applicable to your grooming services? Please note: Your answer to the insurance question does not automatically guarantee or disqualify participation. Additional information may be requested before a volunteer is approved.*
  • If you do not carry insurance, would you be willing to get a policy that covers you the day of the event?

  • Dogs You Are Comfortable Helping

    Every groomer has different experience, equipment, and comfort levels. There are no wrong answers. This information helps us make appropriate and safe matches.
  • What size dogs can you accommodate?*
  • Which types of dogs are you comfortable considering?*
  • Are you willing to consider dogs with a known bite history?*
  • Are you willing to consider severely matted dogs?*
  • Are there any special populations or situations you have particular experience with?*

  • Your Volunteer Availability

    Every contribution matters. You choose how often you participate and how much time you are able to give.
  • How often would you potentially like to volunteer?*
  • Approximately how many complimentary grooming appointments might you be willing to donate when you participate?*

  • You are not required to volunteer on Sundays. Giveback Sunday is the project's signature monthly event, but participating groomers may arrange their donated appointment on another day when needed.

  • How would you prefer to provide volunteer grooming services?*
  • If you are willing to travel, what is your approximate travel radius?*

  • Additional Ways to Help

    Grooming is at the heart of Paws Across Connecticut, but there are many ways to help this mission grow.
  • Would you be interested in helping in any additional ways?*

  • Public Recognition

    We would love to recognize the professionals helping make this mission possible—but participating privately is always an option.
  • If you participate, may Paws Across Connecticut publicly recognize you and/or your business as a volunteer?*
  • May we tag your business or professional social media page when highlighting a dog you helped?*

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  • Volunteer Acknowledgment

    Please review the following statements before submitting your application.
  • Please check each box to confirm that you understand and agree to the following:*
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