Volunteer Opportunities
There are countless ways to get involved with Guide Dogs of the Desert! We have needs for volunteers in a number of different capacities. If you want to know more about volunteering, there is a contact form at the bottom of this page.
Ways to Volunteer
Puppy raisers are volunteers who bring young puppies into their home, in order to teach them fundamental skills necessary for them to become Guide Dogs. This can include training, socialization and basic daily care. If you would like more details on puppy raising, click here. If you are not sure if puppy raising is right for you, but you’d still like to help out, consider puppy sitting! Contact our team to learn more about how you can help.
Breeder hosts are families who provide a caring home for the dogs in our breeding program. These families provide for the dogs’ daily needs, as well as obedience training and of course… loving and spoiling these amazing dogs. The dogs in our breeding program an integral part of bringing future Guide Dog prospects into the program. Contact us to learn more!
On campus volunteers are a valuable part of operations at Guide Dogs of the Desert. These volunteers do everything administrative tasks to outreach preparations, and even helping out with puppies in our kennels! On campus volunteers support the daily operations here at Guide Dogs of the Desert.
Have a special gift or skill? Anything from veterinarians, to bakers- we could use your help! Perhaps you are familiar with a craft you’d like to share with our students during down time in class, or you want to help tend to needs on campus, or provide specialty care for our dogs- your help is needed! Contact us through the below form and let us know what skills you can bring to Guide Dogs of the Desert!
Not sure if any of these opportunities are right for you, but still want to help? That’s okay! Our Volunteer Coordinator will work with you to find the right fit. Please reach out to us and our team will help you find the right fit for you and your unique skills.