Jobs at animal shelters for teens?

Question

how old would i have to be to work at an animal shelter in raleigh nc? what would i need to know? and any other info?

Answer 1

Find one near you and call them. I know the one near where I live accepts just about anyone (one girl is 15) to volunteer. It may just be like an internship sort of thing, I dunno if you can get paid under a certain age. Good luck! :)

Answer 2

Well- it depends on each shelter. Some shelters allow 15+, others will allow 17+. You need to go around, call adoption centers and check around your town/city.

You should know that whether you are just cleaning out a dog cage, or getting the cat food ready- whatever you're doing... you're helping the animals.

Your shelter will probably tell you what you NEED, like basic dog walking training, and because of sueing reasons, you might have to get a parent/ or sign yourself stating "Animal shelter is not responsible for any dog, cat bites due to stupidy." or whatever.

good luck

-animal lover

Answer 3

U BABY SITTER

Answer 4

YOU could ask the job office for pets around u,but as the voters said u can be around 13-15 to work.

Answer 5

Most allow 15 yr olds to volunteer. You should remember that it's a tough job b/c you will get attached to the animals only to have them put down. You should also try some no-kill shelters. If the #s aren't in the phone book, ask a veterinarian about the shelters. I work with animals as well, & they can be MESSY! Some dogs & cats are very clean, but others wallow in their own filth. Most shelter dogs are clean once they grasp the schedual. Have fun & be patient.  

Answer 6

I'm from NY and most animal shelters let you volunteer at 15 and you just need to know to be respect-full of animals. to work that depends on your states age limits (here 16)

call your local shelter and ask them, they are always willing to help pepole that want to help animals. Good Luck! and Thank you for careing about the animals.