MLGSDR Volunteer Application Form

Thank you for your interest in volunteering your time to help homeless German Shepherd Dogs through Mit Liebe German Shepherd Dog Rescue (MLGSDR).  Mit Liebe is 100% dependent on volunteers like you to make a difference in the lives of dogs in need.  Volunteers fill a variety of roles and needs in our organization and those needs are always growing and changing.

Below is a list of our most common volunteer needs along with a description or examples of the types of needed tasks.

• incoming dogs from shelter to rescue
• dogs in boarding to vet appointments
• dogs to foster homes
• dogs to events

• handle dogs at events/meet and greets
• visit dogs in boarding and work on grooming, play, and walking
• help behavior rehabilitation through calm training work (training provided)
• bringing/handling dogs at obedience classes
• assist with obedience classes
• support/visit foster parents/dogs and assist with any negative behavior corrections - calm training, crate training, tethering

• Plan fundraisers
• Securing donations
• Event help (typically manning a table with other volunteers to represent our rescue)
• Event set up/tear down

• Making and selling items for fundraisers, raffles
• Examples:
  • snuffle mats
  • concrete memorial and decorative stones
  • tug toys
  • bandanas
  • get creative!

• pick up donations, supplies to fosters, caretakers and crafters

• Application Processing
• Home Visits
• Meeting new fosters/volunteers
• Adoption follow up calls
• Creating dog bios for our internet presence through Petfinder/Petlover/Facebook

When representing Mit Liebe German Shepherd Dog Rescue it is important to behave in a professional, polite and friendly manner.  You never know when you're speaking to the next donor, adopter, or volunteer.

When handling dogs:

• Always keep the dog under control on the leash provided.  NEVER take the dog off leash, unless in an enclosed area.
• Always keep the dog close enough to you to be able to maintain control.
• Report any of the following behaviors to Jennifer or the foster/caretaker upon return of the dog so we can assess and make a plan to address the behavior.
  • Nervousness
  • Cowering
  • Growling
  • Lunging
  • Snapping
  • Reactive Barking
  • Tugging on leash with mouth
  • Any other concerning behavior
• If a dog should bite someone:
  • Make sure they get the medical help they need.
  • Explain this is a rescue dog and give them our rescue name and phone number. (920-343-6121 is the rescue number and goes to Sandie Gore.)
  • Contact Sandie Gore immediately following the incident at 920-498-1488.

Rescue can be tough on the heart and mind, but what we are doing is important and you will be rewarded knowing that our dogs are getting the happily ever after they deserve.  Always remember that we are a team and each volunteer in our organization is here for the same reason, to help our dogs find their forever homes.  Remember this when interacting with fellow volunteers.

Please fill out this section to indicate your availability and roles you are interested in!