Become an Adopted & Adored Ambassador | 2015 Our pairs of passionate adopted & adored ambassadors (including owners and their dogs), form an integral part of our community outreach program. Together, they promote the benefits of adopting a shelter animal, along with educating the public on responsible pet ownership. When representing the Home, our ambassadors spend time mixing with the general public and donors at events and functions, as well as assisting with presentations to students and community groups. BECOME AN AMBASSADOR We are always on the look-out for new adopted & adored ambassadors to join our growing volunteer program. To thrive in this role, we are looking for people who: • Have excellent verbal communication and public speaking skills • Possess good animal handling skills and knowledge of dog body language and behaviour • Are confident conducting safe and friendly ‘meet & greets’ with their dog and members of the public • Have sound knowledge of the Home’s adoption program and other animal welfare services • Are available for a minimum six-month commitment • Hold a valid Driver’s Licence and have access to reliable transportation for you and your dog Your dog will also be: • Adopted from The Lost Dogs’ Home • Well-socialised and enjoy interacting with children, adults and other dogs • Comfortable within busy and noisy environments. TIME COMMITMENT The majority of events The Lost Dogs’ Home attends are held on the weekend, at various locations across Melbourne. However, there will be opportunities throughout the year during the week and on weekends. Each shift is usually one to Our Adopted & Adored Ambassador program is a fun and rewarding way to get involved with the Home and the community after adopting a dog or puppy. BECOME AN ADOPTED & ADORED AMBASSADOR Further information: Please contact our volunteer coordinator on: (03) 9321 8735 or [email protected]
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Become an Adopted & Adored Ambassador | 2015
Our pairs of passionate adopted & adored ambassadors (including owners and their dogs), form an integral part of our community outreach program. Together, they promote the benefits of adopting a shelter animal, along with educating the public on responsible pet ownership.
When representing the Home, our ambassadors spend time mixing with the general public and donors at events and functions, as well as assisting with presentations to students and community groups.
BECOME AN AMBASSADORWe are always on the look-out for new adopted & adored ambassadors to join our growing volunteer program. To thrive in this role, we are looking for people who:
• Have excellent verbal communication and public speaking skills
• Possess good animal handling skills and knowledge of dog body language and behaviour
• Are confident conducting safe and friendly ‘meet & greets’ with their dog
and members of the public
• Have sound knowledge of the Home’s adoption program and other animal welfare services
• Are available for a minimum six-month commitment
• Hold a valid Driver’s Licence and have access to reliable transportation for you and your dog
Your dog will also be:
• Adopted from The Lost Dogs’ Home
• Well-socialised and enjoy interacting with children, adults and other dogs
• Comfortable within busy and noisy environments.
TIME COMMITMENTThe majority of events The Lost Dogs’ Home attends are held on the weekend, at various locations across Melbourne. However, there will be opportunities throughout the year during the week and on weekends. Each shift is usually one to
Our Adopted & Adored Ambassador program is a fun and rewarding way to get involved with the Home and the community after adopting a dog or puppy.
BECOME AN ADOPTED & ADORED AMBASSADOR
Further information:Please contact our volunteer coordinator on: (03) 9321 8735 or [email protected]
2 Gracie StreetNorth Melbourne VIC 3051
Telephone 03 9329 2755Fax 03 9326 5293
[email protected]: lostdogshome Facebook: lostdogshome
Since our official opening in 1913, we have been a voice for animals without owners caring for more than 25,000 cats and dogs each year. Pioneers for fair animal laws, we continue to work on the front line to reduce the number of lost, abandoned and stray cats and dogs.
We rely on public support to run services and programs, including; proactive adoption, foster care and behaviour rehabilitation programs, responsible pet ownership education and provide discounted microchipping through National Pet Register.
three hours. Depending on your availability, we ask that you commit to at least one event
per month.
INDUCTION SESSION
Upon your successful application, all ambassadors are requested to attend an induction workshop and dog behaviour and handling seminar, held at the Home. Your attendance ensures both yourself and your dog are confident and prepared to head out into the community in your new roles. The health and well-being of your dog and the safety of the public is always our highest priority.
APPLICATION PROCESSTo apply, simply head to our website dogshome.com and download the application form. Once completed and submitted, our volunteer coordinator will be in touch within two weeks to outline the next steps.
FURTHER ENQUIRIES
Please contact our volunteer coordinator on: (03) 9321 8735 or [email protected].
BECOME AN ADOPTED & ADORED AMBASSADOR
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