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Volunteer Info & Applications

Thank you for wanting to save lives by volunteering with Abandoned Pet Rescue

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (18+)

This application is for adults (18+) interested in volunteering at APR events and the shelter.

Please note: Volunteers under 18 are prohibited from volunteering with dogs in any capacity. This includes dog walking, grooming, and volunteering as an event assistant or dog transport/handler.

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

YOUTH VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (14-17)

YOUTH VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Note: The minimum age to volunteer is 14. Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and, in order for your application to be considered, one of the following forms must also be submitted along with your youth volunteer application:

YOUTH SUPERVISION COMPLIANCE FORM

This form is for parents/legal guardians who intend to accompany their youth for supervision purposes only.

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FOR ADULTS

This form is for parents/legal guardians accompanying a youth who also wish to volunteer.

FOSTER APPLICATION (21+)

Abandoned Pet Rescue’s Medical Adoption is a permanent or temporary home for a cat or dog with medical or behavioral special needs.

Thank you for helping a pet that needs extra love!

DOG FOSTER APPLICATION
CAT FOSTER APPLICATION

GROUP & CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING

A volunteer day is a great way to build teamwork while supporting our lifesaving mission. Your group/employees can assist Abandoned Pet Rescue staff with essential shelter tasks or special projects that benefit our pets and visitors that we couldn’t achieve without you.

LEARN MORE ABOUT GROUP VOLUNTEERING

If you have any questions, please email us at volunteer@abandonedpetrescue.org

DOG WALKING TRAINING AND ORIENTATION/

If you are applying to volunteer with dogs (e.g., dog walking, handling at events, grooming, etc.), you must complete the Dog Walking Training and Orientation.

Once your application is received, you will receive an email with a link to register for the next available session.

Dog Walking Training and Orientation sessions are held twice monthly.

CAT CARE ORIENTATION

If you are applying to volunteer with cats, you must complete the Cat Care Orientation.

Once your application is received, you will receive an email with a link to register for the next available session.

Cat Care Orientation sessions are held on the second Sunday of every month at 2:00 p.m.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT ABANDONED PET RESCUE

ADOPTION CENTER

  • Shelter Chores
  • Receptionist / Greeter
  • Maintenance
  • Volunteer Coordinator
  • Pet Transporter

ANIMAL CARE

  • Pet Groomer / Bather
  • Dog Trainer
  • Dog Walker
  • Cat Enrichment
  • Cat / Dog Fostering

MARKETING & FUNDRAISING

  • Graphic Designer
  • Pet Photographer
  • Social Media Specialist
  • Grant Writer
  • Donor Solicitor

EVENTS

  • Event Coordinator
  • Committee Member
  • Cat / Dog Handler
  • Event Photographer

See Hope In Action

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This International Women’s Day, Mary Ann is hoping This International Women’s Day, Mary Ann is hoping you notice her in her pretty pink bow 🎀 so she can find her forever home after 477 days of waiting at our shelter. 💝

Mary Ann is a 3-year-old, 50-pound Pit Bull Terrier with a heart as big as her smile. She’s one of the most loving and sweetest dogs you’ll ever meet—she lives for hugs, belly rubs, and snuggles. 💕🐶

Though she may be shy at first, it doesn’t take long (just a few treats!) before she’s laying her head in your lap and soaking up your affection. Mary Ann has even been crowned Miss Canine of APR by local pageant queen Tiffany Coquis, Miss Lauderdale-by-the-Sea @tiffanycoquis 👑 💖

With her soulful eyes and sweet face, she’s often compared to the famous rescue pup Miss Peaches @famousmisspeaches but she stays humble, dreaming only of a forever home. 🏡💭

Mary Ann is potty trained, walks beautifully on a leash, and strikes a perfect balance between playful and laid-back. She’s friendly with other dogs on walks but would love to be your one-and-only at home, soaking up all the love and attention. 💗

She’s spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and ready to be your best friend. If you’re ready for endless hugs and unconditional love, apply to adopt Mary Ann at www.AbandonedPetRescue.org. 🩵🩷 Abandoned Pet Rescue is a no-kill animal shelter in Fort Lauderdale, FL 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #dog #shelterdog
Starting off your Sunday with some good news - you Starting off your Sunday with some good news - your support enabled Abandoned Pet Rescue to quickly provide compassion and veterinary care plus find wonderful home for sweet senior Julio! 😍 Julio, who was found abandoned in Miami, spent his nights at our shelter crying for his former family. ❤️‍🩹❤️

Julio, now Bentley, has been adopted and his new family fell in love with him, even from far away as they were out of town and spoke to our adoption coordinator. 🙏🏼 Watch this reel to see the full story. 🥰

This month, your donation is doubled up to $30,000 as APR celebrates its 30th Anniversary! 🎂💕 The cost of saving lives continues to increase as the expense of pet food, medicine and daily operations rise. ⬆️❣️

If you can’t adopt, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to help the 150 animals in our care. See links in bio and visit our website abandonedpetrescue.org for more information 🩵🩷 Abandoned Pet Rescue is a no-kill animal shelter located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #adopt #happytails
We try not to judge, but our adoptable cat Rosalin We try not to judge, but our adoptable cat Rosaline might! 😹👩‍⚖️ This Caturday, meet Rosaline, a lovely diluted calico who’s come a long way from her days on the street. 🥀🌹

When she was first rescued, she was scared and unsure of people but day by day, she’s learning that human companionship can be pretty great. Rosaline has started to enjoy being pet and will lean in for attention once she feels at ease. She’s also discovered her love for playtime, especially when a wand toy is involved She’ll happily chase and pounce with surprising enthusiasm. 🧶😸

Rosaline is still building her confidence, so she’ll thrive in a calm, patient home where she can continue to feel safe and loved. With the right person, she’s ready to keep growing into the affectionate, playful cat she’s meant to be. 💗😻

To meet Rosaline please fill out an adoption application at abandonedpetrescue.org! 🩵🩷 Rosaline is vaccinated, spayed, microchipped and ready for adoption at Abandoned Pet Rescue - a no-kill shelter in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #calico #caturday
Welcome to Ted’s Cat Corner! 😻💖 Our volunteer Ted Welcome to Ted’s Cat Corner! 😻💖 Our volunteer Ted Weymouth sat down with some of our adoptable cats in our Felix’s Fantastic Foyer room to talk about some of his responsibilities as a cat companion and to show some of the cats in this room looking for their forever homes! 🐈💕

Felix is one of our largest cat rooms (home to some of our adoptable cats like @amigo_apr and @squirt_apr) with two free roaming indoor areas and even a catio for cats who wish to enjoy the great outdoors safely and securely! 🏡🐱

Sit back and relax with Ted this Caturday. If you’d like to become a cat companion like Ted or if you’d like to adopt any of the cats in this video, please visit our website abandonedpetrescue.org 🩵🩷 Abandoned Pet Rescue is a no-kill animal shelter in Fort Lauderdale, FL 🌴🐾

#aprfll #nokillshelter #fortlauderdale #cats #caturday
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