5 Reasons You Should Volunteer At A Dog Shelter
Start writing a post
Arts Entertainment

5 Reasons To Volunteer At A Dog Shelter

Do you really need a reason? I mean, who doesn't love dogs?

Nae M. Bailey
Apr 05, 2019
Eastern Michigan University
13
5 Reasons To Volunteer At A Dog Shelter
KaboomPics

I know I'm not the only average, yet unique individual in the world who loves animals, especially dogs. They're one of the most loving and energetic creatures on Earth. I remember as a kid I've always wanted a puppy, but I was never taught on how to train or take care of them. However, that's something about myself that I want to change.

After a long semester of self-searching, I think volunteering this summer should be on everyone's list of goals.


1.  Gain experience if you want to adopt in the future

Giphy

If you want to adopt a puppy some day, volunteering is your best choice. The workers at the shelter will be able to teach you the basics of training. Not every dog is the same so you'll be able to learn unique qualities of each animal.

2. Able to help those animals in need                                          

Giphy

Not every animal that enters the shelters is healthy. Some are strays or were put up for adoption. Not every shelter has enough workers to accommodate for every animal. If a shelter has more volunteers, the needs of every animal will be fulfilled.

3. Volunteering looks good on your resume

Giphy

As college students, jobs are important to us whether were part time or full time students. Adding any volunteering activities to you resume will definitely boost you up. People will see that you have a giving heart and that you care for your community.

4. You'll help make a difference

Giphy

There's a lot of problems circling our society. We need individuals who will stand up to make a change or make our society better. Some of these animals are euthanized due to one of the reasons being that they're not getting adopted. If you were to volunteer, less and less animals would not be killed. You, as an volunteer, would save their lives.

5. Dogs will lift your spirits

Giphy

Dogs have this amazing aura that will instantly make you smile. They're ready to give us love and affection that it's so hard to say 'no' to them. Being around them is a perfect way to bond. According to One Green Planet, petting an animal relieves any stress you've been feeling throughout the day.

From Your Site Articles
Related Articles Around the Web
Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Relationships

Grateful Beyond Words: A Letter to My Inspiration

I have never been so thankful to know you.

University of New Haven
271196
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Smith College
66986
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
waitlisted
Swoon

Navigating the Talking Stage: 21 Essential Questions to Ask for Connection

It's mandatory to have these conversations.

National Writers Society
136656
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
single life
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

Marist College
43163
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

University of Oklahoma
967687
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
family and friends

Trending Topics

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments