We believe that any and all assistance from volunteers is appreciated. You decide how much time you can give to the group and when. Volunteering can be a very uplifting experience, especially when you see the tail wags and kisses of a dog you saved from death row.

Being a Foster Parent

Being a foster parent is very rewarding! It's tough sometimes to realize that we can not save all the dogs but when you have one dog in your home you help socialize and bring hope to... you know you're doing it making a difference. Although we often miss our temporary house guests, we know we remind ourselves how we are giving them another chance at life. The more foster homes we have, the more dogs we can save.

We supply food, crates and all medical and make sure you have the right dog for your household.

The Canine Collective top 10 reasons to volunteer:

10. We believe dogs are little hairy people who don’t speak clearly
9. Bob Barker and Cesar Milan are our idols
8. Meet people who don’t think volunteering is a sacrifice but a privilege and a joy
7. You can hang out with people who think dog hair is another condiment
6. Meet people who won’t think you’re weird for having more than one dog
5. Attend fun adoption and fundraising events
4. Learn about animal behavior, medical conditions and breed knowledge
3. You love all things DOG
2. It’s rewarding and gratifying to save a dog’s life and be a part of a happy ending
1. We can’t do it without you