Cattery Volunteer Opportunity - Must apply at houstonspca.org

Thank you for your interest in the Houston SPCA Volunteer Program. The Houston SPCA has hundreds of volunteers who dedicate their time to make a difference in the lives of our shelter animals and our community. Without these caring individuals, we could not continue our mission to promote the commitment to and respect for all animals and free them from suffering, abuse, and exploitation.Cattery Volunteer Opportunity:Responsibilities:Socialize Cats: Spend time playing with and petting the cats to help reduce their stress and improve their adoptability.Monitor Health: Observe and report any health or behavioral concerns to staff.Maintain Cleanliness: Ensure the cats' living areas are clean and comfortable.Provide Enrichment: Engage the cats with toys and activities to keep them stimulated.Follow Safety Protocols: Handle cats safely and follow all guidelines to ensure the well-being of both the cats and volunteers.Requirements:Comfortable with Cats: Ability to handle cats of various temperaments.Observant: Able to monitor and recognize signs of stress or health issues in cats.Physical Ability: Able to perform tasks such as cleaning and playing with cats.Adherence to Guidelines: Follow all campus protocols to ensure the safety of the animals, staff, and volunteers.Training:Initial Training:New volunteers will receive training on cat handling, enrichment techniques, assisting potential adopters, and safety protocols.Shadowing: Volunteers will initially shadow experienced cat caretakers to learn best practices.Benefits:Positive Impact: Make a difference in the lives of our cats.Experience: Gain experience working with cats of different breeds and behaviors.Mission Contribution: Help further the mission of the Houston SPCA.Personal Rewards: Enjoy the emotional benefits of spen