CNIB Guide Dogs (Become a Volunteer Puppy Raiser or Puppy Boarder for CNIB Guide Dogs)

Organization Name: CNIB Guide Dogs
Opportunity Title: Become a Volunteer Puppy Raiser or Puppy Boarder for CNIB Guide Dogs
Category: Animal Care
Commitment: Less than 6 months, 6 months to 1 year, Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: October 9, 2024
End Date: October 10, 2050

Email: jade.ondrik@cnib.ca
Website: http://cnib.ca/puppyraising
Details:

• Background/police check required
• Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
• Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over
• Family-oriented volunteering

Opportunity Description:

Do you love dogs? We need you! Puppy raising and boarding is a rewarding volunteer opportunity filled with unconditional love that changes many lives – including yours! Volunteers are a critical part of our guide dog program. Guide dogs are partners in mobility and independence for people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision. By offering a safe and loving home, puppy raisers and boarders are instrumental in nurturing and preparing young pups for their future role as guide dogs. With support from amazing CNIB Guide Dog staff, you’ll help a pup learn good home and social behaviours, teach them basic obedience, and introduce them to new environments. CNIB Guide Dogs covers the costs of all veterinary care, equipment and dog food. We are actively seeking volunteers in Halifax and surrounding areas. We offer short-term and long-term volunteer opportunities; previous experience with dogs is not required. If you’re eager to learn and want to help transform the life of someone who is blind, the CNIB Guide Dogs team is here to provide you with support and training, so you can feel confident in your volunteer role. Learn more and apply online at cnib.ca/puppyraising or call 1-800-563-2642. Applications are open on an ongoing basis.