Your Heart, Their Hope
Become a VolunteerVolunteers are the lifeblood of Smiling Furs. Your time, energy, and compassion are the resources that allow us to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome hundreds of animals every year. By becoming a volunteer, you are giving a voice to the voiceless and directly transforming scared, suffering animals into happy, “smiling furs.”
Bringing Smiles
💖 Why Volunteer with Smiling Furs?
Volunteering is a deeply rewarding experience that benefits both the animals and you:
- Direct Impact: Every hour you dedicate means an animal gets fed, a kennel gets cleaned, or a lonely dog gets a much-needed walk and cuddle. You are a critical part of their recovery.
- Be a Part of the Solution: You become an active participant in reducing animal suffering and overpopulation in Bengaluru.
- Gain Experience: Develop new skills in animal handling, training, event coordination, or non-profit administration.
- Join a Community: Meet like-minded, passionate individuals who share your commitment to animal welfare.
- Witness Transformation: There is nothing more gratifying than seeing a fearful animal learn to trust, or watching a pet you helped care for go to its forever home.
What to expect
📋 Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities
We offer a variety of roles to fit different schedules, skill sets, and comfort levels. We’ll work with you to find the perfect fit!
|
Role |
Key Responsibilities |
Ideal For… |
|---|---|---|
|
Foster Parent |
Providing temporary, in-home care; basic training and socialization; transporting to vet appointments. |
Individuals with flexible schedules and secure home environments. |
|
Dog Walker / Animal Socializer |
Walking, exercising, and playing with animals; providing affection and mental enrichment. |
Active individuals who enjoy direct interaction with animals. |
|
Shelter / Kennel Cleaner |
Cleaning and sanitizing kennels, feeding areas, and common spaces; laundry and dishwashing. |
Volunteers seeking essential, hands-on tasks behind the scenes. |
|
Event Helper |
Setting up and breaking down adoption events; managing information booths; assisting with fundraising activities. |
Enthusiastic people who enjoy interacting with the public. |
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Administrative Aid |
Data entry, organizing paperwork, managing correspondence, and making phone calls. |
Detail-oriented individuals who prefer office or remote work. |
✅ Volunteer Requirements & Commitment
We ask for reliability and dedication from all our volunteers to ensure the continuity of care for our animals.
- Age Requirement: All volunteers must be 18 years of age or older (minors may volunteer if accompanied by a parent/guardian).
- Time Commitment: While flexible, we encourage volunteers to commit to at least 2-4 hours per week for a minimum period of six months to ensure stability for the animals and training efficiency.
- Reliability: Animals depend on consistent care. We require volunteers to be punctual and honor their scheduled shifts.
- Following Protocol: All volunteers must adhere strictly to Smiling Furs safety protocols, handling guidelines, and confidentiality agreements.
🚀 How to Start Your Journey
Becoming a volunteer with Smiling Furs is simple! Follow these three steps:
- Submit Your Application: Complete the online Volunteer Application Form. This helps us understand your interests, availability, and background.
- Orientation & Interview: Once your application is reviewed, you will be invited to a mandatory virtual or in-person orientation session. We will also conduct a short interview to discuss roles and expectations.
- Training & Start: After orientation, you will receive specific training for your chosen role (e.g., animal handling, cleaning protocols). Once training is complete, you will be scheduled for your first shift!