Wisconsin Humane Society - Ozaukee Campus

Open Shifts:

Sundays 12-2pm

Tuesdays 12-2pm, 4-6pm BIG NEED

Wednesdays 10am-12pm, 4-6pm BIG NEED

Thursdays 12-2pm, 2-4pm, 4-6pm BIG NEED

Fridays 8:30am-10:30am BIG NEED, 2-4pm, 4-6pm BIG NEED

Saturdays 10am-12pm, 12-2pm, 2-4pm

Dog Walkers will provide support with ensuring our dogs get a potty break, exercise, and learn lifelong behavior skills.

Duties

• Support modifying dog behavior through repetition and positive reinforcement
• Provide dogs with exercise
• Utilizing a Weiss Walkie as a lead or harness
• Navigating dogs through public spaces
• Support modifying dog behavior through repetition and positive reinforcement
• Provide walks for dogs that need medical support such as physical therapy or potty breaks for dogs with Upper Respiratory Infection
• Understand how to read kennel profiles and signage
• Report any medical or behavioral changes that are not already noted on the animal’s kennel

Skills Needed

This is a physical position. Volunteers MUST possess strong dog handling skills and always be observant of their surroundings and dog body language. Volunteers must be able to bend, lift, crouch, walk and stand for extended periods of time. Volunteers must be comfortable utilizing only positive reinforcement to encourage wanted behavior. Volunteers must be comfortable with all sizes and all potential breeds of dogs. Volunteers must be comfortable applying WHS skills and techniques. Volunteers must be comfortable with preventing unwanted behaviors such as jumping and barrier reactivity. Volunteers must be comfortable modifying behaviors such as mouthing and pulling. For more information about the behaviors we work with and some techniques we utilize, please visit: https://www.wihumane.org/behavior/ask-the-experts/dogs

Required Training

• Meet & Greet with Volunteer Coordinator
• Volunteer Handbook & Waivers – Online Training
• People Centered Philosophy – Online Training
• Dog Handling Videos & Quiz – Online Training
• In Person Dog Handling
• One on One Training with AC/ACT Staff or a veteran Dog Walking Volunteer (at least 2 weeks)

Commitment/Age Requirement

Minimum of a 6-month commitment required. This volunteer position is for anyone 13 years and older. Volunteers aged 13-15 years old must volunteer with an adult. Volunteers who are 16 years and older can volunteer on their own.

Open Shift Times:

Sundays 8:30-10:30am

Wednesdays 8:30-10:30am

Fridays 8:30-10:30am

Saturdays 8:30-10:30am

Animal Care Volunteers help with cleaning and sanitizing dog kennels/suites and deep cleaning empty kennels in preparation for another animal. ACVs will typically compete daily cleaning for an entire ward in either our adoption or lodging areas. ACVs will also assist with feeding dogs’ daily diets. 

Duties 

• Clean and effectively sanitize animal kennels.
• Set up kennels for use by another animal.
• Feed animals’ daily diet as instructed by shelter staff
• Restock and organize necessary supplies as needed.

Skills Needed 

Volunteers must be detailed-oriented and committed to reducing the chances of disease transmission. This is a physical position and volunteers must be comfortable walking, bending, squatting, scrubbing and moving cleaning equipment from one area to another for the duration of the shift. Volunteers must have the ability to follow directions, read, write and effectively communicate with staff and other volunteers. Volunteers in this role will need to feel comfortable handling dogs and reading dog body language.

Required Training 

• Meet & Greet with Volunteer Coordinator
• Volunteer Handbook & Waivers – Online Training
• People Centered Philosophy – Online Training
• Dog Animal Training – Online Training
• Dog Animal Training – Hands-On with Staff
• One In-Person Training Session with staff or a veteran volunteer

Commitment/Age Requirement

Minimum of a 6 month commitment required.

Must be 16 years or older to volunteer solo, 13–15-year olds can volunteer with an adult

Open Shift Times:

Wednesdays 8:30-10:30am

*If 8:30-10:30am doesn't work for you, let us know, we do need help before 12pm.

Animal Care Volunteers help with cleaning and sanitizing cat kennels/suites and deep cleaning empty kennels in preparation for another animal. ACVs will typically compete daily cleaning for an entire ward in either our adoption or lodging areas. ACVs will also assist with feeding cats’ daily diets.  

Duties 

• Clean and effectively sanitize animal kennels.
• Set up kennels for use by another animal.
• Feed animals’ daily diet as instructed by shelter staff
• Restock and organize necessary supplies as needed.

Skills Needed 

Volunteers must be detailed-oriented and committed to reducing the chances of disease transmission. This is a physical position and volunteers must be comfortable walking, bending, squatting, scrubbing and moving cleaning equipment from one area to another for the duration of the shift. Volunteers must have the ability to follow directions, read, write and effectively communicate with staff and other volunteers. Volunteers in this role will need to feel comfortable handling cats and reading cat body language.

Required Training 

• Meet & Greet with Volunteer Coordinator
• Volunteer Handbook & Waivers – Online Training
• People Centered Philosophy – Online Training
• Cat Animal Training – Online Training
• Cat Animal Training – Hands-On with Staff
• One In-Person Training Session with staff or a veteran volunteer

Commitment/Age Requirement

Minimum of a 6 month commitment required.

Must be 16 years or older to volunteer solo, 13–15-year olds can volunteer with an adult

Community Events Volunteer

We invite you (and your social, well-behaved pets*) to become a Community Events Volunteer, representing the Wisconsin Humane Society at local events, business fundraisers, and outreach programs. These community events, also called third-party fundraisers, are coordinated by an individual or business to raise money or awareness for the shelter.

By volunteering, you will play a vital role in connecting our mission to the public. You'll help spread smiles, raise awareness, and inspire support for animals and programs at WHS-- all while helping us strengthen relationships with the community.

What you'll do:

- Attend community events on behalf of WHS (think farmers markets, breweries, craft fairs, dog-days fundraisers, etc.)

- Represent WHS at company and employee-engagement fundraisers.

- Table events to share information on WHS programs, services, and impact.

Create positive, memorable experiences that encourage ongoing community support.

Details:

- There's no minimum time commitment and you can choose which events to volunteer at

We'll provide all the talking points, training, and resources you need

- Event volunteers must be 18 years or older

* Some events request animals to attend. If you have a friendly, well-socialized pet who loves meeting new people and is comfortable in public settings, they may be able to join you as a WHS Animal Ambassador!

If you are interested, please complete the form on this webpage: https://www.wihumane.org/eventsvolunteer

As you can imagine, much goes on to keep our facility up and running! We could not do it without the help of our volunteers. In this position, you will be helping with laundry (washing, drying, and folding), preparing enrichment toys for our dogs, cleaning our kitchens, and taking out garbage. Volunteers can be 13 -15 years and older in this position with an adult.  Volunteers 16 years and older may work alone. 

This position includes light physical labor and is SUPER important to the functioning of our shelter!

Training:  Shelter Crew Training session with volunteer coordinator.

Open Shifts:

Sundays: 10:30am-12:30pm

Mondays: 8:30-10:30am BIG NEED, 3:30-5:30pm BIG NEED

Wednesdays: 10:30am-12:30pm, 1:30-3:30pm

Thursdays: 8:30-10:30am BIG NEED

Fridays: 1:30-3:30pm

Saturdays: 3:30-5:30pm BIG NEED

Vet Service Volunteers assist the Veterinary Staff with the care, diet, and medical needs of the general population of cats and dogs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Report to the Veterinary Technician on duty and perform the tasks assigned.  These duties include but are not limited to:

• Assisting in general medication and treatment of animals
• Preparing and distributing special feedings
• Performing medical treatments including eye drops, cleaning ears, and fluids
• It is generally a 2hr shift or until the treatments have been administered (workload varies by season)

*The weekly shift commitment is very important. 

Training:  The training for Vet Services- Treatments is extensive and will require attendance at both cat and dog handling trainings, and at least four weeks of hands-on training.

Open Shifts:

Sundays 3:30-5:30pm

Tuesdays 8:00-10:00am

Fridays 3:30-5:30pm

This position assists the Veterinary Staff with preparing instruments for surgery.  Individuals must have strong communication skills and be able to work independently.

Duties and Responsibilities:  

Surgical instrument cleaning, putting together packs for sterilization and restocking certain items. (The Vet Team is Super FUN!) 

Open Shifts:

Mondays: 1-3pm

Tuesdays: 1-3pm

Youth programs volunteer - Milwaukee, Ozaukee, and Racine Campuses

The Wisconsin Humane Society offers fun and engaging youth programs for kids ages 4-18. There are many opportunities to get involved in youth programs and the work we do every day to engage young people in our mission. Lead youth on tours, engage children in fun activities about animals, or help facilitate animal interactions during programs.

Volunteers work alongside staff to help lead activities, crafts and games during youth programs.

 Programs and schedule:

 • Kids’ Night Out: Every second Friday of each month, 5:00-7:30 p.m.

 • Birthday Party Host: Select Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and/or 1:00-3:00 p.m.

 • Girl Scouts Night: Every third Thursday of each month, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

 • Field trips: Select Tuesdays-Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

 • Camps: One-day camps during winter and spring breaks and weeklong camps during the summer, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

 • Volunteers set their own schedules based on their availability and program need

Qualifications and requirements:

• At least 18 years old (or 13-17 years old if volunteering with an adult)

• Experience working with youth is a plus

• Comfortable working independently

• Comfortable speaking in front of groups

• Demonstrates safe animal handling skills with positive reinforcement

• Willingness to be flexible

 On-boarding process and training:

• In-person meet & greet with youth programs staff

• Dog walker training and/or cat handling training (depending on program)

• Background check

• Other trainings as assigned

• Spend some quality time teaching kids about animals and have fun in the process! In this position, volunteers assist staff with the implementation of children’s camps (ages 7-14) at the Wisconsin Humane Society Ozaukee Campus.    

• Under the supervision of staff, volunteers help with activity and game preparation, snacks, crafts, set-up, clean-up, and administrative tasks.  Camps take place during spring, summer, and winter breaks each year.  Dates and times vary.  Volunteers must be able to commit to an entire camp session (1-day or 3-day).  

• Volunteers must be at least 13 years old to volunteer in this position. No parent or guardian is required to attend, but a waiver of liability is required for all volunteers under the age of 18. Previous experience working with children (i.e. babysitting) is preferred.  Volunteers should be responsible, have a positive attitude, and excel working in a team environment. Volunteers must be able to secure their own transportation.  

There is a specific application for Youth Program Assistants. For more information about the Youth Program Assistant position and the link for the application, please visit: https://www.wihumane.org/for-kids/teens