Ways to Volunteer
Ready to join a pack of passionate volunteers making a real difference? Join our vibrant community and become a part of something truly impactful! Whether you’ve dreamed of helping to change lives or simply want to give back, our supportive volunteer community across the nation, are here to welcome you. From puppy raising to exciting events and on-campus help, we’re searching for more volunteers – together, we’re making a difference, one paw at a time! Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of our inspiring mission. Apply now, join us for an upcoming virtual volunteer info session, or explore our opportunities below to learn more about how you can make an impact.
Get information on becoming a volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions. Learn what is involved in teaching an adorable pup to be ready for training by our Canine Companions professional trainers.
Canine Companions for Independence puppies are born into loving volunteer homes. Check out how you can become a volunteer caretaker for one of our wonderful male and female breeder dogs.
Looking for Canine Companions volunteers in your area? See where we have official chapters and volunteer groups around the nation. This also includes volunteering for events, like Dogfest!
Want to get your service club involved in Canine Companions? Find out how your club can help provide exceptional assistance dogs for people with disabilities.
Share your wings with future service dogs! Volunteer pilots transport Canine Companions puppies across the country to their puppy raisers. We’re looking for more pilots to fly our important (and adorable) puppies.
The Junior Ambassador Committee program is comprised of students and young professionals with a passion to make a difference in the disability community.
By partnering with Future Farmers of America (FFA), we endeavor to provide students with an understanding of the service dog industry, while sharing opportunities for students to directly make an impact that will last a lifetime.
The President’s Volunteer Service Award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities across the country.
Existing Canine Companions Volunteers
- Having trouble logging in? Please contact your regional volunteer coordinator.
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Volunteer Puppy Raiser FAQs
Canine Companions has been providing service dogs to people with disabilities since 1975. You can help us unite people with trained service dogs in a powerful program that leads to greater independence. Every service dog starts as a puppy that needs a loving home. You can raise a dog and change a life. Volunteer puppy raising is an incredible way to help children and adults with disabilities live more independent lives.
Volunteer puppy raisers provide Canine Companions puppies a safe home, take them to obedience classes, serve up a healthy diet, provide socialization opportunities and give lots of love.
