Nonprofit
Published 11/13/25 8:38AM

Dog Training/Behavior Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Philadelphia, PA
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  • Details

    Commitment Details:
    This opportunity is on an as-needed basis. If you would like to commit weekly, we do have opportunities available and can work something out.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Legal Assistance
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Dog Training and/or Dog Behavior experience needed.

    Description

    We are looking for a volunteer with dog training and/or dog behavior experience. Preference is given to certified dog trainers and animal behaviorists, but any and all knowledge/experience in dog training/behavior is appreciated. When volunteering with New Leash on Life USA, volunteering is what you make of it. There is no minimum commitment requirement. If you would like to consistently volunteer on a weekly or semi-weekly basis we can coordinate a schedule with you.

    Responsibilities:

    • Attend or assist with Dog Training workshops in the prisons or in our office in Philadelphia
    • Attend or assist with evaluating dogs at the shelter to be selected for our program
    • Observe or assist with meets between our adoptable dogs, adopters, and their existing pets

    Location

    On-site
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

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