Volunteer & Pet Requirements...

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Please note: new volunteer orientations take place in the Spring and Fall each year.

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Volunteer

-18 years of age or older. People and pet friendly!

-Complete orientation forms; complete/pass Pa State Police Criminal Record Check and Pa Child Abuse History Clearance; -Attend 2 1/2 hour orientation (without pet), complete volunteer/pet evaluation and two observations.

-Commit to at least 12 hours a year (approximately 1 hour visit per month) to remain active. Schedule is up to the volunteer and is VERY flexible!

-$40 first year volunteer membership fee which includes a Caring Hearts t-shirt, pet scarf, certificate, car magnet and IDs with lanyard.

-$30 annual volunteer membership fee after first year.

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Pet

-1 year of age or older. Volunteer must have owned/cared for the pet at least 12 months.

-Well socialized pet with basic obedience and good manners, no aggression towards food, toys, adults, children or other pets. Must pass an initial volunteer/pet evaluation (including obedience test) and two additional observed visits with the volunteer.

-Be in good health with an up-to-date veterinary certificate including annual negative fecal test and rabies vaccination as required by law in Pennsylvania and dog license if applicable.

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The following types of domesticated pets are welcome into our program if they meet the pet requirements - alpacas, cats, dogs (all breeds), pygmy goats and horses.

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