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Published 3/3/26 12:41PM
Help Abandoned and Homeless dogs heal, grow and find permanent loving homes.
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Clarkdale, AZ
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per week
Commitment Details:
We ask volunteers to commit to 10 hours per month at a minimum. This helps making the best impact on our dogs at the facility.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Cause Areas:
Animals
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
Participation Requirements:
Attend Orientation
Description
🧠Volunteer Task Levels
Use these as your growth roadmap — you can move up as your comfort, training, and experience increase.
Skill-Based Tasks (Non-dog contact)
- Facility & equipment repair or maintenance
- Administrative or clerical support
Level I – Foundational (Start Here)
- Dog walking & socialization
- Cleaning facilities
- Groundskeeping & light maintenance
- Bathing & grooming
- Feeding & watering
- Running errands
Level II – Intermediate
- Basic training
- Transporting dogs
- Handling dogs at adoption events
- Swimming or hiking with dogs
- Answering phones
- Updating dog information
- Sending thank-you cards to donors
🦴 Level III – Advanced
- Evaluating dog behavior
- Walking dogs in public spaces
- Posting updates on social media
🧩 Level IV – Administrative & Adoption Support
- Responding to emails
- Screening adoption applications
- Home & reference checks
- Post-adoption follow-ups
- General puppy care
- Temporary fostering
💉 Level V – Veterinary & Rehabilitation
- (Additional training required)
- Wound & post-surgical care
- Worming, vaccinating, microchipping
- Rehabilitative therapy
- Grant writing
🌟 Shared Responsibilities (All Volunteers)
- Everyone helps keep the mission thriving!
- Recruit new volunteers and adopters
- Fundraise & promote awareness
- Share our mission in your community
- Secure in-kind donations (food, bedding, supplies)
Location
On-site
Pets Return Home
North Dr, Clarkdale, AZ 86324, USA
Directions
Directions: www.petsreturnhome.org/location
Please complete a volunteer and hold harmless application at www.petsreturnhome.org/volunteering
How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
Please make an appointment before coming. Our access hours change depending upon the free ranging and walking schedules.
olunteer Protocols & Safety​
Dress Code
- Closed-toe shoes required
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Long pants are recommended for hiking
- Expect dirt, fur, and fun
Entry & Access
- Age 8+ with supervision
- Sign in/out required
- Visits by appointment
- Vaccination guidelines apply
Property Conduct
- Report all injuries or incidents
- Park in designated areas
- No rough play
- No training dogs unless directed
- Notify staff of medical issues
Feeding & Treats
- Only PRH-approved food/treats
- Supervised treat use
- No outside snacks
Dog Walking
- Walk-only trails
- Under-14s must walk with adults
- Use PRH leashes/collars
- Clean up required
Kennels & Gates
- Always latch gates
- Ask before entering kennels
- Approach calmly
- Return dogs correctly
Volunteer Agreement​​
- By volunteering, you acknowledge the risks, agree to follow PRH policies, and commit to humane treatment of dogs and to positive representation of our organization.
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