Volunteer Application Form

Loving Heart Animal Shelter

Volunteer Application
Thank you so much for considering volunteering at Loving Heart Animal Shelter! Please answer the following questions of this application fully and completely.

Because we are very short-staffed at the moment, reviewing your application and making a decision can take up to 1-2 weeks. Thank you for your patience and, again, for considering volunteering at our shelter!
Applicant Information
Name of Applicant:*

First NameLast Name
Applicant's Date of Birth:*

MonthDayYear
Date
Email Address:*
Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number
Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Preferred Method of Contact:*

PhoneEmailEither
Do you maintain a valid driver's license?*

YesNo
Will any children be volunteering with you? If so, please list their names and ages:*
(Please Note: Children under 12 years old cannot directly care for the animals.)
Do you have any allergies we should be aware of? If so, please list them here:*
Volunteer Availability
What days are you typically available?*

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
What time of day are you typically available?*

MorningAfternoonEveningOther
Animal Care Experience
Have you previously volunteered at any other animal shelter or rescue organization?*

YesNo
If YES, where did you volunteer, what did you do, and why are you no longer there?*
What is your experience with caring for dogs and cats?*
Do you have any knowledge or special skills that would be useful when volunteering? If yes, please describe them here:*
In what areas would you like to volunteer at our shelter? Please check all that apply:*

CatsDogsGiving animals attention & playing with themGeneral animal kennel upkeep (sweeping up fur/litter, scooping litter boxes, mopping dog kennel floors, etc.)General shelter upkeep (washing bowls, cleaning common areas, organizing supplies, etc.)Grooming animals (brushing, bathing, nail trimming, etc.)Basic animal training and enrichmentTransporting animalsAssisting at eventsOther
Are there any types of animals that you are NOT comfortable volunteering around? If so, please explain here:*
Why have you chosen to volunteer at Loving Heart Animal Shelter?*
References/Closing
Please provide the names and contact numbers for 3 personal references here:*
Have you ever been convicted of an animal related crime, such as cruelty to animals, animal theft, or animal abandonment?*

YesNo
If you answered "Yes," please provide a detailed description of what happened:*
- By clicking the submit button, I agree to Loving Heart Animal Shelter's volunteer process and may be interviewed at the discretion of Loving Heart Animal Shelter.
- By clicking the submit button, I hereby give Loving Heart Animal Shelter permission to conduct reference checks as needed.
- By clicking the submit button, I understand that volunteers will receive no compensation for any volunteer work at Loving Heart Animal Shelter.
- By clicking the submit button, I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Loving Heart Animal Shelter and all its agents, staff, volunteers, and anyone else affiliated with this organization from any and all liability arising out of this volunteer application, my expressing interest in volunteering at Loving Heart Animal Shelter, and any future volunteering activities I may participate in at Loving Heart Animal Shelter.
- By clicking the submit button, I realize that filling out an application does not guarantee my being able to volunteer and that omission of information and/or failure to answer all questions can result in immediate denial of this application.
- By clicking the submit button, I certify that all of the above information is true and accurate.
Signature of potential volunteer:*
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Loving Heart Animal Shelter

Applicant Information

Volunteer Availability

Animal Care Experience

References/Closing