In honor of "National Volunteer Week", which is
from April 12th through April 18th, I thought I'd dedicate this blog to all the
wonderful people who volunteer their time at Pet Pal Animal Shelter. Whether they're walking dogs, cleaning the
kennels, cuddling with the kitties, assisting at adoption events, or even just
answering phones as I do, each one of us is helping to make a difference in the
lives of animals. Now that's something
we can all feel good about! Here are a
few more benefits of volunteering at an animal shelter:
1. Be part of the solution. You'll join others working to make
the world safe and more humane for all living creatures by lending a hand and
spreading the message of responsible pet ownership and animal protection.
2. Feel
warm and fuzzy.
You'll never find a more grateful and accepting friend than an animal
you've comforted.
3.
Keep good company. You'll make lots
of new friends — and not just the four-legged kind. Working side by side with people who share
similar interests can create lifelong friendships.
4.
Meet the new you. You'll discover
skills you never knew you had and you may be surprised at what you're capable
of achieving.
5.
Enjoy a wagging tail, a purr, and a
smile. Didn't someone once say that the best things in
life are free?
If you're interested in volunteering with Pet Pal Animal Shelter, this
would be an excellent time to get started.
There are so many
things happening this Spring and none of it is possible without the help of our
awesome volunteers. So pick up a
volunteer application at the shelter or download it online and join us for all the
fun!
Here's a list of upcoming events you might enjoy helping out with
or maybe just attend as a guest:
Yappy Hour at
World of Beer
April 9, 2015, 6
PM - 8 PM
100 4th St. South
Your best friend
has been waiting all day for you to come home and is ready for Yappy Hour. While your pet mingles and wags, humans can
enjoy drink specials and snacks. Pet Pal
Animal Shelter will have dogs available for adoption on the patio. Yappy Hour at World of Beer is held every
second Thursday of the month and benefits Pet Pal Animal Shelter.
Volunteers are
needed for this event to talk to people, fill water bowls, walk and watch our
adoptable dogs, etc.
Block Party
April 10th, 2015, 6 PM - 10 PM
2263 7th Ave. North
The historic Kenwood District is blocking
off two streets for their Block Party. We will have adoptable dogs, dog treats,
water, and our friends with St. Peters Bark will be there too! Free to attend.
Volunteers are
needed for this event to talk to people, fill water bowls, walk and watch our
adoptable dogs, etc.
St. Peters Bark Grand Opening
April 11, 2015, 10 AM - 5PM
2435 9th St. North
In celebration of St. Peters Bark grand
opening, Pet Pal will have adoptable dogs from 10 AM to 2 PM. St. Peters Bark will have specials all day
long so bring your pup down and say hi!
Volunteers are
needed for this event to talk to people, fill water bowls, walk and watch our
adoptable dogs, etc.
Open House Anniversary
April 15, 2015, 10 AM - 7 PM
Pet Pal Animal Shelter
405 22nd St. South
In celebration of our Anniversary, we will have an open house all
day long on Wednesday April 15, 2015 providing the following:
10 AM - 7 PM: Extended adoption hours
10 AM - 7 PM: Puppy Love table all day
10 AM - 7 PM: Tours all day long
1 PM - 2 PM: Volunteer orientation
2 PM - 3 PM: Dog handling class (shelter only, not your
pet)
4 PM - 7 PM: Snacks & beverages (wine after 5 PM)
5 PM - 7 PM: Meet the artist of Murals for Mutts
Volunteers are needed throughout the day
to help with the above.
Dog Day at the Rays & Spring Cleaning Donation Drive
April 26, 2015, 1:10 PM - ?
Tropicana Field
The Tampa Bay Rays are pleased to invite
you to come out to Tropicana Field for Dog Day with the Rays on Sunday April
26, 2015 when the Rays take on the Toronto Blue Jays at 1:10 PM. This special ticket package includes a seat
for yourself and your best pal for just $30 ($40 value) and includes a Rays-themed
dog item. Additional human tickets are
available for $25 each and also include a Rays-themed dog item. Don't forget to bring items from your spring
cleaning around your house and/or business to donate to Pet Pal Thrift Store
before the game starts. Pet Pal Animal Shelter will have adoptable
dogs too.
Offer code for dog + human ticket: 3bark
Offer code for human only ticket: 3barkh
13th Annual Puppy Love Benefit
May 9, 2015, 6 PM - 10 PM
The Historic Coliseum
535 4th St. North, St. Petersburg
Our Annual Puppy Love Benefit is our largest fundraiser of the
year. It is VITAL to the day-to-day
operation of our facility, providing much needed funds for the care and
recuperation of our animals. The
"uncorked" evening will include Dinner, Silent & Live Auctions,
Puppy Pimping (sloppy kisses no charge), 50/50 Raffle, Live Music, and much
more!
Volunteers are needed for this event in
the following positions:
* Set
up (Friday, arrive at 9 AM): Help
transport items to event and set up items.
Set up stage, tables, chairs, decor, etc.
* Table
monitors, (Saturday, arrive at 4 PM):
You will be assigned a table section to watch over. Upon your arrival, find the chair for the
table monitors and he/she will direct you where your section will be. Walk around the entire venue and familiarize
yourself with all items. We will also
have a written list of items in your section as well as the sneak peak online
prior to the event. Keep a close eye on
the merchandise. Make sure that there
are pens available and answer any questions you can about items and that items
are being appropriately bid on.
* Pack
up (Saturday night): This job is for the
real troopers - people willing to stay after the event is over and cleaning
up/packing up anything that is left over.
For more information on any of these
events or other volunteer opportunities including animal fostering or activities
children can get involved in, please call (727) 328-7738 or visit
www.petpalanimalshelter.com. Ordinary
people doing extraordinary things can change lives!
To all the volunteers out there...thank
you for doing what you do. DON'T STOP, YOU
ROCK!!!
Happy tails to you until we meet
again!
