Dog Kennel Housekeeping

Dedicated and committed volunteers to assist Animal Care Associates in keeping kennels clean and sanitary for the betterment of the animals in our care.

*This is for kennel cleaning only and not part of the dog walking training*

Please read the below documents and watch the training video prior to your first shift or as a refresher: 

• Training Video 
• Dog Kennel Cleaning Guidelines
• Dog Kennel Cleaning Checklist

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Clean kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the animals (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, toys, etc.).

• Sanitizing food bowls, toys, water bowls.

• Sanitizing beds/bedding.

• Assist Animal Care Associates with other required duties such as cleaning beds, windows, and floors.

Volunteers will report to HSC Animal Care Associates.

*If front doors are locked you can enter through the clinic lobby (M-F) or come to the staff door near the clinic and knock for a staff member to let you in. 

Support provided:

-Equipment will be provided that permits safe handling and disposal of animal waste products (that is, poop). Disposable gloves provided.

-Animal Care Associates will provide day of training.