Most people are aware that there a large number of dogs in need of home around the country. Every day the shelters in Louisville, Kentucky and elsewhere take in hundreds of lost and unwanted pets that all need care. While these dogs all need loving homes, they have more immediate needs as well. If you want to help, but simply can't adopt or donate to the cause, there are other ways you can help. Most shelters have many different volunteer opportunities, and different ways you can help. These are some of the places you can volunteer to help dogs and other pets in Louisville, Kentucky.
Ways you can volunteer
There are endless ways you can help dogs/pets in need. These shelters are always in need of people to help. You can do things like walking dogs, transporting dogs to various places, feeding dogs, fund-raising, pet fostering, and more. Additionally, if you do not have extra time on your hands, and still want to help you can donate money or supplies. Shelters can always use extra food, bedding, leashes, collars, along with other pet supplies.
Where to volunteer
Unfortunately, the number of dogs/pets in need of sheltering means there are a large number of places you can contact about volunteering. Here is a short list of places that have volunteer opportunities in Louisville, Kentucky.
- Metro Louisville Animal Services – Email alisa.oerther@louisvilleky.gov or call (502) 574-5556
- No Kill Louisville – Email petfoodbank@nokill-louisville.com or call (502) 296-6515
- The Animal Care Society – Call 502-426-6303
Shelters often have needs you wouldn't think of, so don't be afraid to contact your local shelter and pitch what you are best at. You never know they may have a need for your expertise.
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