Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Mt Juliet Animal Shelter. We welcome volunteers of all ages, but those under 18 must volunteer with a family member.
To volunteer, you must attend an orientation session. You also must complete this Volunteer Application. Complete it and bring with you to orientation.
Orientation should last 30-45 minutes, then you will set up your first volunteering time with a mentor who is an experienced volunteer to show you the ins and out of everything we do here. After that you will be certified to volunteer on your own.
A few notes:
- You must be 18 to volunteer, or with a parent or guardian at all times to be a volunteer.
- The shelter is open to the volunteers EVERYDAY as the animals need to be cared for EVERYDAY!!
- You may volunteer between the hours of 8-6 daily.
- If you feel uncomfortable with an animal , DO NOT feel obligated to walk, or take it to the play yard, or play room, each and every animal will be given their time to play through out the day.
- HAVE FUN!!!!
Certified Volunteers:
- Must Attend an Orientation- Held at Mt. Juliet Animal Care and Control. (Contact our volunteer coordinator Ashley at ataylor@mjshelter.com to set up a one on one volunteer orientation)
- Must be 18 years of age, any minors MUST be accompanied by their parent or guardian (no exceptions)!
- Must be mentored by one of our approved volunteers prior to your first time volunteering.
- Must follow all signs as directed by staff at the shelter.
Community Service:
Those needing to fill community service hours may do so without attending volunteer training. They will not be allowed to come in contact with the animals and may volunteer without a parent present if they are under 18. It is recommended that those filling community service hours arrive at 8 a.m. and be prepared to sweep, mop, and do dishes.
- If it is school community service, students will need to bring paperwork.
- For court-ordered community service, visit the Mt Juliet Police Department to receive necessary paper work.