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Fido Not Coming to You When You Call Him?

Then Come Back to Me - A Recall Class is the training class for you! Get your dog to come to you the first time you call and every time you call! This fun, specialized 45 minute class runs for 4 consecutive weeks and focuses on training recall games and building a strong Come Back to Me cue. Weather permitting, some classes may take place outside!

Next series begins on Sunday, June 2. Click here to register.

 


The Humane Society of Boulder Valley is Expecting!

It's that time of the year where we will soon start to hear the pitter patter of little paws entering our shelter. As we enter into puppy and kitten season, we need your help! You can make a difference in the lives of these young animals by attending our virtual baby shower! Make a donation and visit our baby registry to donate essential items to help care for them while here at the shelter. Click here to make a donation. Click here to visit our baby shower registry.

 

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Volunteer Opportunity: Westminster PetSmart Receptionist

Be the face of HSBV for visitors to our Westminster Petsmart adoption center! Welcome incoming clients, answer questions, direct traffic, maintain a list of waiting clients, and answer the phone.

This is the volunteer opportunity for you if:

  • You are a people person!
  • You are an engaging individual.
  • You enjoy multitasking.
  • You want to promote adoptions.
  • You can quickly learn new software applications.

What can you expect from your role as a PetSmart Receptionist?

Your service experience will involve:

  • Greeting and directing incoming traffic to the adoption center.
  • Answering general questions about adoptable animals.
  • Answering the phone, responding to voice mail messages, and processing adoption hold requests.
  • Processing adoption paperwork.

Your benefits:

  • Participate in an interesting and fast-paced volunteer position.
  • Your service is hands-on and is the first step toward adoption!
  • Volunteers receive 10% off in the Sonnyside Retail Store

Your value to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley:

  • Alleviate adoption center and lobby congestion by greeting and assisting clients
  • You help us save more lives by playing an integral role in the expansion of HSBV’s adoption programs.

Get Started!

Training & Skill Development

  1. Attend a Petsmart Receptionist Training
  2. Schedule a regular shift with the volunteer department.

Commitment: This opportunity is available Monday through Friday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm and weekends 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. We ask for a two-hour weekly shift for a six-month period, but longer shifts are greatly appreciated!

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