Morgan County Humane Society, Indiana

Volunteer at MCHS
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Humane Society Volunteer Opportunities
The Humane Society depends upon volunteers and members for more than financial contributions. The fact is, we could not exist without our volunteers!
*Thank You!*
Our shelter takes in hundreds of dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens. Feeding, cleaning, and treating this many animals requires some skill, a lot of patience, and true dedication. The staff at MCHS has these and other fine qualities, yet there just are not enough hours in the day for them to adequately care for every animal at the shelter by themselves. This is where our volunteers become priceless.
Participation with the Humane Society is extremely rewarding in so many ways. If you have read this far, then surely you sense the inner desire to help the animals somehow.
Here is a listing of some activities volunteers perform at our shelter. Please look closely to see if there is something of interest here you would like to assist with. You may follow up with an email to us, or a phone call, to find out when would be the best time to come in and be briefed on the details for the activity of your choice.

ANIMAL AREAS
Kennel:
* Cleaning kennel runs, puppy cages, and portable crates.
* Feeding dogs.
* Bathing and grooming dogs.
* Straightening up counters, storage areas, and emptying trash.
* Washing dishes and toys.
* Walking dogs (if over 6 months old).
* Periodic clean-up of animal waste in runs during open hours.
* Refilling water dishes during open hours.
* Become a kennel guide for potential adopters.

Cat Room:
* Cleaning cat and kitten cages.
* Feeding cats.
* Bathing and grooming cats.
* Straightening up counters, storage areas, and emptying trash.
* Washing dishes and toys.
* Periodic litter scooping during open hours.
* Refilling water dishes during open hours.
* Become a cat room guide for potential adopters.

GENERAL OFFICE AND RECEPTION
* Housekeeping: Mop floors, wash walls, counters, chairs, tables, dusting, emptying trash.
* Laundry: We go through a lot of blankets and towels every single day. We keep two washers and dryers running full time.

OUTDOORS
* Scoop and dispose of animal waste.
* Mowing, trimming, pull weeds.
* Picking up stray trash.
* Sweeping front walkway and entrance.
* Beautification (plants, flowers, mulching, etc.)
* Rake leaves in the fall.
* Clear snow in the winter.
* Construction and repairs as needed.

Authorization and training may be required in order to participate in some activities. Please check with the shelter director or manager before beginning these duties, as some jobs are mandatory two-person jobs.