Organisation: Canine Partners

Location: National

Hours: There is no minimum commitment. Times can vary, and you can choose which talks you attend. Talks mainly take place during the week, with some evenings and weekends. The length of each talk will vary depending on the group’s requirements.

Remuneration: Unpaid with expenses reimbursed

Description: What is involved

* Giving talks about the charity to groups, schools, and organisations local to you.
* Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do.
* Handing out literature, taking donations, cheque presentations and directing people to our website.
* Use your great customer service skills to enhance people’s interactions with the charity.
* Meet people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Raising awareness of volunteer opportunities with the charity.

What we require from you

* Age 18 and over.
* Attendance at an annual speaker training session.
* Access to your own transport with flexibility to visit different locations.
* A polite, confident, and personable manner.
* Experience of public speaking or delivering presentation to small groups.
* Comfortable using Powerpoint presentations and showing YouTube videos.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* Most opportunities require standing for the duration of the session and/or being in a busy environment. Please advise us if you have any concerns about this, and we will do our best to support you.

Support and Training

* Training on our systems and processes
* Public liability insurance cover when attending talks.
* Reimbursement of expenses
* Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group
* A point of contact who will support you in your role.
* Volunteer clothing and ID badge.

Find out more and apply: https://caninepartners.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/be-a-speaker/

Website Link: https://caninepartners.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/be-a-speaker/

Organisation: Canine Partners

Location: National

Hours: No minimum time commitment

Remuneration: Unpaid with expenses reimbursed

Description:

Application details: What is involved

* Signing up to volunteer at events local to you, is a great way to enjoy a day out while giving back to your local community.
* Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do.
* Visitors at events hugely benefit from their interactions with volunteers who are the ‘friendly, welcoming face’ of Canine Partners.
* Handing out leaflets, taking donations, helping with activities (i.e., selling raffle tickets, tombola) directing people to our website.
* Use your great customer service skills to enhance people’s interactions with the charity.
* Meet people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Raising awareness of volunteer opportunities.

What we require from you

*Age 18 and over
* Flexibility to visit different locations.
* A polite, confident, and personable manner.
* Excellent customer service skills
* Most opportunities require standing for the duration of the session and/or being in a busy environment. Please advise us if you have any concerns about this, and we will do our best to support you.

Support and Training

* Training on our systems and processes.
* Reimbursement of expenses.
* Briefings about each event via email, in advance to attending on the day.
* Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group.
* A point of contact who will support you in your role.
* Volunteer clothing and ID badge

Find out more and apply: https://caninepartners.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/local-support-groups/

Organisation: Canine Partners

Location: Aberdeenshire, Invernesshire and Ayrshire

Hours: We ask that you look after a dog full time in your own home, however, the duration of stays could vary from a couple of days to a few months

Remuneration: Unpaid with full expenses

Description: What we require from you

*The primary Fosterer must be 18 years or over.
*If you are a dog owner, you can have two pet dogs of suitable temperament. Your pet dogs will be assessed as part of the home assessment. They must be over 18 months of age.
*At home for most of the day
* Access to own transport to travel to vet appointments.
* Reside in a house/bungalow/ground floor flat with a dog friendly secure garden (non-shared).
* To maintain the dog’s health, welfare. With support and training, to recognise behaviour/health concerns, report them immediately to your Canine Partners staff support.
* Settling your foster dog into a new home requires time and patience, from them and you. It can take a while for them to feel completely relaxed. Settling in period will be different with each puppy/dog.
* Keep in touch with your staff point of contact with regular updates.
* Understand that the dog in your care remains under the ownership of Canine Partners.
* Majority of the dogs you would foster would be current partnered dogs, retired or withdrawn dogs.

Support and Training

* Induction process which includes submitting of information form, telephone interview, home visit, training, and handling sessions
* We allocate a Canine Partners trainer/staff point of contact as your first point of contact.
* Receive regular training, resources, and other essential information via your trainer. This may be in the format of physical copies, digital, webinars or in person.
* No previous dog ownership experience is needed but you must meet the criteria listed above to be considered.
* Pre-approved payment of expenditure such as mileage
* Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group

Find out more and apply: https://caninepartners.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/foster-a-dog/

Organisation: Canine Partners

Location: Ideally living within one hour of LE12 9SR

Hours: Full-time (please see job description)

Remuneration: Unpaid with full expenses reimbursed

Description: What is involved

* This is considered a full-time volunteer role. The brood will live with you from approximately 14-18 months of age until retirement.
* With guidance support and advice from our breeding team maintain the broods health and welfare, including maintaining a good weight and fitness level along with basic training and general obedience.
* Be available for and attend training sessions within the working week that will involve:
* Home visits
* Virtual online training
* One-to-ones
* Be available to take the brood for essential veterinary visits as required.
* The brood will have approximately two seasons per year and will stay at home during her season. Advice on management or any veterinary visits required during the season, will be given by our breeding team.
* The brood will have one litter per year from the age of two, up to a maximum of four litters. Each litter will be born within the home and the puppies will remain with the brood until they are approximately eight weeks old and ready to go to their puppy parents (plenty of opportunities for puppy cuddles). Full support, guidance and training will be provided by our breeding team throughout the broods’ mating season, pregnancy, whelping and litter. Equipment for the litter is provided.
* Whilst the brood has a litter – we ask that pet dogs have restricted exercise (full information and guidance is given by the breeding team). This measure is to minimise the risk of infection to the litter.
* The dog breeding volunteer will have updates throughout each litters training.

What we require from you

* The primary dog breeding volunteer must be 18 years or over
* Have a dog friendly secure garden
* Be at home for most of the day and ideally live within one hour of LE12 9SR
* Though desirable, prior dog ownership is not required
* If you are a dog owner, you cannot have an entire male dog. Maximum of three pet dogs which will be assessed on a case-by-case basis considering the size of pet dogs, along with available space within in the property. Any pet dogs will be assessed as part of the home assessment.
* Time and stamina to provide the brood with a minimum of one hour’s exercise per day (this can be completed in one or multiple walks).
* Time to provide training sessions to maintain basic obedience.
* Access to own transport to travel the brood on essential journeys such as veterinary appointments and pre-mating tests as required.
* Have time and stamina to devote to the brood and her litter. The brood cannot be routinely left for more than four hours in a day.
* Have space within the home for the brood and her litter.

Support and Training

*Induction process which includes submitting of application, telephone interview, home visit, training and handling sessions.
* Each volunteer is allocated a member of the Canine Partners breeding team as their first point of contact.
* Receive regular training, resources and other important information via your trainer; this may be in the format of physical copies, digital or in person.
* All equipment for the litter is provided.
* Our breeding team will offer continued support throughout the pregnancy and litter.
* Payment of expenditure such as mileage to and from a pre-mating test
* Invitation to join Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group

Application details: Please apply via the website link below

Website Link: https://caninepartners.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/brood-bitch-holder/

Organisation: Canine Partners

Location: Ideally with-in 45 minutes’ drive of MK40 post code (Bedford), DE post code (Derby), RG22 4NJ, RG27 0SR, GU10 4EG, GU9 8LR postcode (East Berkshire), HU16 postcode (Hull), LE4 post code (Leics & Notts), NG24 post code (Newark), PO20 0LG, PO20 2HG postcode (South Hampshire), B74 post code (Staffordshire & West Midlands), RG20 6 post code (West Berkshire), RH16 3PD, RH16 1LT postcode (West Sussex)

Hours: Full-time (see description)

Remuneration: Unpaid, expenses reimbursed

Description: What is involved

We consider this a full time volunteer role as the puppy / dog will live with you from 8 weeks old until it is ready to progress into advanced training. This is between 14 to 18 months old.

* Be available for and attend training session that will involve:
home visits
* virtual online training
* one-to-ones
* regular group puppy training classes
* Regular visits within your local community to various environments to expose the puppy to the following conditions in order to socialise them: busy town environments, car travel, public transport, children, cats, other dogs (different breeds), and other domestic animals
* With our guidance, support and advice from our expert trainers, they will teach you the fundamentals of puppy socialisation as well as simple commands and exercises. For example:
* Home behaviour
* Social behaviour
* Walking on a lead
* Off lead exercise
* General obedience
* Maintaining the dog’s health and welfare and, via support and training, to recognise behaviour/health concerns and report them immediately to your Canine Partners trainer

What we require from you

* The primary puppy volunteer must be 18 years or over
* Reside in a house/bungalow/ground floor flat with a dog friendly secure garden (non-shared), with a designated dog toileting area (this will be discussed during interview)
* If you are a dog owner, you can have two pet dogs of suitable temperament. Your pet dogs will be assessed as part of the home assessment. They must be over 18 months of age
* At home for most of the day and live within 45 minutes of the requested location
* Time to provide the puppy with the socialisation and education it needs to prepare for advanced training
* Stamina to manage a young active puppy / dog
* Access to own transport to travel to classes and training locations on a regular basis
* Understand that the dog in your care remains under the ownership of Canine Partners

Support and Training

* Induction process which includes submitting of information form, telephone interview, home visit, training and handling sessions
* Each volunteer is allocated a Canine Partners trainer as their first point of contact
* Receive regular training, resources and other important information via your trainer, this may be in the format of physical copies, digital or in person
* No previous dog ownership experience is needed but you must meet the criteria listed above to be considered
* Holiday cover arranged
* Payment of expenditure such as mileage to and from a training session with a Canine Partner representative
* Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group

Application details: https://caninepartners.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/puppy-parents/#readytoapplyar

Website Link: Find out more at: https://caninepartners.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/puppy-parents/

Organisation: Medical Detection Dogs

Location: Within a one hour drive of our Centre in Great Horwood, Buckinghamshire

Hours: Daytime/evening/weekend

Remuneration: Expenses covered

Description:

Could you be a Medical Detection Dogs Puppy Socialiser and welcome a future lifesaver into your home and family while it completes its training?

Our wonderful volunteer Puppy Socialisers care for our puppies, bring them to regular classes and ensure they learn key skills and behaviours such as how to be confident and well behaved on public transport, in supermarkets, and anywhere else they may need to go when working, all with the support and guidance of one of our Trainers.

Some prefer to look after younger puppies, others when they’re a little more mature, and some will look after a puppy throughout its training.

Application details: Find out more and apply via the website link below.

Website Link: Volunteer roles caring for our dogs – Medical Detection Dogs

Organisation: Dogs for Autism

Location: Within one hour of Alton, Hampshire

Hours: This could be an option if you are out at work, as the dog would come to ‘school’ during the day and be with you for evenings and weekends!

Remuneration: Costs covered

Description:

Application details:

Would you like to look after and help raise and prepare a trainee autism assistance dog?

We are looking for volunteer puppy parents or fosterers in the Alton (Hampshire) area who:

• Can commit to looking after a puppy for 1 – 2 years
• Have a secure garden
• Will work under the supervision of a Dogs for Autism Trainer and have a visit from them every week
• Will join our puppy class on Friday afternoons
• Can spend time each day training and socialising a dog under the guidance of your Trainer
• Will be home for most of the day
• Would love to be part of the exciting journey our trainee assistance dogs take!

Or

• Could provide ‘bed and breakfast’ for a young adult dog for a period of 6 months to a year whilst we prepare them for their next stage of training.

This could be an option if you are out at work, as the dog would come to ‘school’ during the day and be with you for evenings and weekends!

Website Link: Puppy Parents and Fosterers (dogsforautism.org.uk)

Organisation: Hearing Dogs for Deaf People

Location: Various locations across England and Scotland

Hours: Please note we are only able to accept applications from people who do not work full time, due to the amount of time needed to train a young dog to become a hearing dog.

Remuneration: All food, bedding, toys and equipment will be provided. Medical expenses, treatments, grooming and insurance are also covered by Hearing Dogs.

Description:

We are looking for dog lovers in certain areas of the UK who can help us train the next generation of hearing dogs.

As a volunteer trainer, you’ll be able to look after one of our adorable young dogs for anywhere between 6-18 months at a time, learn more about dog training and attend fun puppy classes, meet like-minded people and make new friends, and directly make a difference to the lives of the deaf people waiting for a hearing dog.

You don’t need previous experience of training or owning dogs as each of our volunteers are fully trained and supported by one of our local dog training instructors, and all costs are covered by the charity (for things like food, bedding, insurance, vet costs etc.).

What’s more, we provide holiday cover for the pup when you want to go away. You’ll also be able to receive advice and support from other volunteers in your local area.

Please note we are only able to accept applications from people who do not work full time, due to the amount of time needed to train a young dog to become a hearing dog.

Application details: Find out more about the criteria for becoming a volunteer trainer, and which areas of the UK we are looking for new volunteers for using the website link below. https://ow.ly/4Jx650SE3lp

Website Link: Volunteer Dog Training (hearingdogs.org.uk)

Organisation: Canine Partners

Location: 30 minute drive of the training centre (post code LE12 9SR)

Hours: Dayytime and overnight

Remuneration: Reimbursement of expenses, such as mileage costs, if requested

Description:

Canine Partners are looking for volunteers who can provide loving homes for our young dogs, aged 14 months upwards, whilst helping to train them to be canine partners.

What is involved

•  Commitment to providing a loving home, care, and training for a dog for the duration of their time in training,
•  We consider this a full time role as you, or another approved adult member of the household, will be required to care for the dog for much of the day and overnight
• Our trainers need access to the dogs during weekdays for training purposes. We ask that you commute to and from our training centre when required to drop off/collect the dog. Drop off and collection times are generally between 8.30 -9.30am and 4-5pm
•  Availability to attend pre-arranged training sessions at your home, in your local area, and at our training centre.
• With our guidance, and using positive training methods, to continue the training of the dog in various areas. For example:
  • Home behaviour
  • Social behaviour
  • Behaviour around other animals
  • Walking on a lead
  • Off lead exercise
• Maintaining the dog’s health and welfare and, via support and training, to recognise behaviour/health concerns and report them immediately to the dog’s trainer

What we require from you

• You live within a 30 minute drive of our training centre (post code LE12 9SR)
•  That you, as the dogs main carer, are over 18 years of age
• You have a dog friendly secure garden
• Though desirable, prior dog ownership is not required.
• All members of the household are keen to foster one of our dogs
• There is no more than one pet dog living in your home. The pet dog must be over 12 months of age and would need to undergo our pet dog suitability assessment
• Have the time and ability to commit to the training and care of a young dog. This is a physical role
• Have access to a suitable vehicle to transport the dog
• That you or other approved adult member of the household are at home most of the day, and overnight, to care for the dog
• Have an area of your garden that can be used for toileting the dog – details about this are provided during our home check assessment.
• Understand that the dog in your care remains under the ownership of Canine Partners

Support and Training

• Induction process which includes the submission of an application form, initial phone call, and home visit
• On-going Instruction and support from our dog trainers. This will be in person, via video link, phone calls, handouts etc.
• Holiday cover arranged
• Reimbursement of expenses, such as mileage costs, if requested
• Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group

Application details: Find out more and apply using the website link below

Website Link: Advanced Training Foster – Canine Partners

Organisation: Dogs for Good

Location: Banbury area

Hours: Evenings/overnight/weekends

Remuneration: All vet and dog food bills paid

Description:

We’re looking for B&B boarders to help provide provide essential support for our dogs in training.

B&B boarders enjoy the flexibility of dropping a dog off during the working day at our Banbury centre – ideal for those travelling to work in and around the Banbury area every day who can drop off and pick up between the hours of 7.30am and 5.30pm.

As with all our boarding opportunities, it’s a great role for individuals, couples and families who would love to have a dog in their life, but who don’t necessarily want a life-long commitment.

Caring for one of our dogs is a rewarding and fulfilling experience, and you’ll also be playing a part in helping our dogs to enable others to live life more independently.

You’ll be supported every step of the way by our expert training team who will guide you on exercise, feeding and caring for the dog, and all vet and food bills are covered by us.

A few things you’ll need to provide:

• A safe and secure garden (5 foot fence min) 
• Have no more than two pet dogs in your home (who have been in your home for at least 6 months)
• Any children will need to be aged 2 or over
• We welcome boarders with cats used to living with dogs
• Attend a training session at our Banbury centre

Application details: Find out more and apply via the website link below

Website Link: Temporary Boarder – Dogs for Good

Organisation: Service Dogs

Location: Remote

Hours: You will be required to attend a minimum of four Trustee meetings annually. These are currently being held remotely via Zoom.

Remuneration: Expenses paid

Description:

Do something amazing with a great, innovative team while helping Veterans and dogs from rescue!

If you are an experienced fundraiser, we need your help. This is a volunteer position and we can guarantee you huge satisfaction and enjoyment and the opportunity to make a real difference for Veterans from the Armed Forces and Emergency Services.

We want to ensure that every penny donated to us is spent in the most effective way to benefit those injured in service and struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. We do that by being volunteer-led and keeping our overheads to an absolute minimum.

Join us and you’ll be part of a small charity with big objectives. We need your help to develop and realise an ambitious fundraising strategy.  

Required Background: A background in charity fundraising at a strategic or senior level.  

Role Summary

• To assist the Board of Trustees to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the charity.
• To guide, support and inspire fundraising volunteers
• To report to the Trustees on a quarterly basis giving an update on fundraising achievements, plans, and progress.
• To ensure fundraising is of the highest standard and priority within a robust governance framework that meets all relevant legislation.

Main Responsibilities of a Fundraising Trustee

• Oversee fundraising to make sure it is carried out in legal, honest, and accountable ways
• Strategically assess where fundraising fits into the overall charity strategy and work with the Trustees to ensure effective income generation is being achieved
• Contributing knowledge of fundraising techniques, best practice, and strategies
• Assessing risks in new fundraising directions, alerting the Board of Trustees in a timely manner as and when necessary of key concerns
• To report to the Board at a strategic level on the successes and challenges of the fundraising strategy.
• To help the charity further develop its fundraising capabilities through effective people and processes
• On an ad hoc basis, to work with the Operations Director and the Administrator and any other trustees or team members

Qualities of a Fundraising Trustee

• To have substantial background as a charity fundraiser with a sound understanding and experience of charity fundraising at strategic and operational levels
• A good understanding of fundraising within a small charity and the challenges facing small charities
• Experience of diverse income generation practices
• Sound, independent judgement and ability to think creatively
• Ability to give constructive feedback and provide challenge
• Experience in the charitable or voluntary sector.     In the first instance please contact: garry@servicedogsuk.org with expressions of interest. Help us change two lives at a time!

Time Commitment You will be required to attend a minimum of four Trustee meetings annually. These are currently being held remotely via Zoom.

Application details: In the first instance please contact: garry@servicedogsuk.org with expressions of interest. Help us change two lives at a time!

Website Link: Find out more about Service Dogs at Service Dogs UK – The Home of PTSD Assistance Dogs