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| You Can Make a
Difference at the Kentucky Humane Society!
   
The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) relies on the
generosity of our wonderful volunteers. Their kindness and support
enables us to continue or supplement nearly all that we do.
It's Raining Cats & Dogs- Foster Parents Needed!
Becoming a Volunteer
Opportunities Available
Volunteer Application - Adult & Student
Click here to read PAW PRINTS, the monthly volunteer news & updates.
How to Become a Volunteer...
Devoted volunteers are at the heart of KHS. The more
our community  lends a helping hand, the more we are able to care
for our furry friends.
There are several ways to get involved, ranging from several hours
weekly to a few times a year and everything in between.
Adult Volunteers Must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Attend one adult volunteer orientation
- Complete a volunteer application
- Be willing to make a six-month commitment to a volunteer program
Volunteer Opportunities:
Weekly Commitment
Adoptions Matchmaker
- Maintain a clean and welcoming environment for
prospective adopters.
- Help potential adopters select the best pet for
their family and lifestyle, ultimately reducing the number of pets returned due to unmet expectations.
Canine Coach
- Exercise and socialize adult dogs to help them
become the type of dogs most adopters prefer.
- Learn basic commands
to teach a dog good manners.
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Helpful if you can commit to a schedule.
Community Outreach
- Opportunities include pet photography, special events, data entry, market research, off-site booths, public speaking and more.
- Hours vary depending on interest; could range from weekly to monthly, or as needed.
Veterinary Services FULL
- Assist veterinary staff with the medical
care of animals and clerical duties as assigned.
Monthly Commitment
Donation Bank Delegate
- Place donation canisters in area
businesses, as well as collect monies and report on monthly earnings.
As Needed
S.N.I.P. Clinic
- Help reduce pet overpopulation! Opportunities include information/flier distribution, light office work, KHS representation at community events, kennel assistance, special events and more.
- Hours vary depending on interest; could range from weekly to monthly, or as needed.
Camp Counselor
- Help supervise children ages
6-13 and their interaction with the animals during Animal Adventure
Summer Camp, which takes place June-August.
Foster Care Parent
- Open your home and your heart for a few days or a few months to care for special needs animals who are not yet ready to be adopted. Includes puppies and kittens too young to be adopted out, as well as pets who need a more gradual adjustment into a new environment before being placed in a permanent home.
Click here to download the foster parent application.
Student Volunteer Program:
- Must be between the ages of 14 and 18 years of age
- Attend one student volunteer orientation
- Complete a volunteer application
Responsibilities include:
Exercise, socialize and bathe puppies and cats to help them become
the type of pet most adopters prefer. Help maintain a clean environment
for the animals.
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It's Raining Cats & Kittens - Become a Foster Parent Today! 
While kittens are so adorable and can bring such joy to one's life, there is a true epedemic in our community and nationwide -- "kitten season." Beginning in the spring, female cats become pregnant and then give birth, flooding KHS and local animal shelters with homeless kittens.
With hundreds of cats and kittens coming through our doors, we desperately need need foster parents TODAY!
Won't you open your home and your heart to care for a feline friend (or friends) in need?
- We Rely Wonderul People like YOU to Foster Animals! With so many kittens too young to be adopted out, as well as some adult cats who just needs a little extra time before being placed for adoption, foster care volunteers make all the difference.
- Time Commitments Vary, so Anyone Can Foster! Whether you can provide a temporary home for a few days, a few weeks or a few months, you can become a foster care volunteer! Plus, you don't need to attend a volunteer orientation to get involved with the KHS Foster Care program.
- Foster Families are Just Like Your Family! Most foster parents work full-time, have other (fully vaccinated) pets and are true animal lovers...just like you!
- Students Can Receive Community Services for Fostering Animals! What a terrific way to serve the community! And, you can do it at home!
- It's Easy to Get Involved with Our Foster Care Program! Click here to download our foster parent application.
KHS also desperately needs items to help care for more pets during "kitten season" and throughout the year. Click here to view our wish list.
Contact our Volunteer Manager at (502) 515-3145 to learn more about volunteer opportunities and the next volunteer orientation. Or, click here to download a volunteer application.
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Get Involved Today!
Contact our Volunteer Manager at (502) 515-3145 to learn more or find out about our next volunteer orientation.
Click Here to Download a KHS Volunteer Application.
Now accepting applications for our student volunteer program! If interested, click here to download an application.
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