Cat Care (In-shelter, Barn/Working cats, Off-site partners)

 

 

We offer 3 different Cat Care positions:

 

Cats in the shelter, Working cats (located in our barn), and cats housed off-site when available.

 

 

Cat, Kitty, Veterinarian, Pet, Feline

 

 

Here at the ARL, we care for many cats and have many different housing opportunities both here within the shelter as well as some off-site locations. Regardless of where they may be, every day we provide our cats fresh food, water, litter, linens, and toys as well as clean up after any mess they may have made. Since we house so many cats in various areas and locations, the best way people can help support our cat population is assisting with Cat Care! 

Essential Functions: 

  • Shifting cats into their feral dens or carriers  

  • Changing soiled linens 

  • Changing litter boxes 

  • Wiping down the walls/shelves in cages 

  • Resetting a cage with fresh linen and toys 

  • Handing out fresh food and water 

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Environment: 

  • Exposure to loud noises, odors, animal waste, and cleaning chemicals 

  • Possible exposure to cats who may become overstimulated and may scratch or bite 

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Requirements: 

  • Minimum age of 18 years 

  • Ability to follow instructions given by a staff member and with minimum supervision 

  • Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time without sitting down 

  • Ability to do repetitive movements such as bending, lifting, and scrubbing 

  • Comfortable shifting cats in/out of their dens or to different sections of their cage 

  • Physically capable of handling cats of various temperaments 

  • Willingness to learn about cats and how to properly/humanely interact with them 

  • Concern for the welfare of cats and support ARL’s policies and mission 

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Training & Support: 

  • Complete Volunteer Orientation 

  • Shadow with an ARL Staff member and/or qualified volunteer 

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Dress Code: 

  • Volunteer T-shirt (optional) 

  • Volunteer Nametag (not optional) 

  • Long Pants 

  • Closed Toed Shoes