Current Volunteers

HSDC uses Volgistics, a schedule-based volunteer program. Please use the red Volunteer Log In button above to sign in and schedule your volunteer time at the shelter.

New volunteers must complete the HSDC volunteer orientation training in order to sign up for volunteer shifts. If you have not completed volunteer orientation, you can obtain information on how to sign up here.

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Volunteering in the Shelter – Get Ready To Gey Your Hands Dirty!

Shelter volunteering is hands-on, behind-the-scenes work—and yes, sometimes it’s a little messy! Volunteers help with the everyday tasks that keep our shelter clean, comfortable, and running smoothly, including laundry, sweeping, mopping, cleaning kennels, scooping poop, and plenty of other not-so-glamorous jobs.

There are tasks to fit a variety of abilities and fitness levels, and we’ll work with you to find ways you can make a difference. But no matter what you’re doing, please expect that shelter volunteering can be a dirty job. Come ready to roll up your sleeves, get a little messy, and make a big difference for the animals in our care!

On-the-Go Event Volunteers

This is a fun way to volunteer and helps our pets get noticed! The events are a lot of fun and are a great way to get to know other volunteers and our animals. For most OTG events we have volunteer opportunities as table attendant and dog assistant. Please note that dog assistants must be 16 years old or older. Any questions about volunteering at events should be directed to Gina Breglia at gina.breglia@hsdcohio.org