German Shepherd Dog Rescue Group of Georgia, Inc.

Volunteer Application

• We ask that you please complete this application with as much information as you can provide.

• You do not need to provide an exact address for your references but we do need at least a city and telephone number.

• Any personal information obtained is confidential and is used for identification and verification purposes only related to volunteering for our organization. It will only be viewed by members of our organization who are directly involved in the volunteer recruitment process.

First Name
Last Name
Street Address
Address (cont.)
City
State
Zip Code
Home Phone
Work or Cell Phone
Email Address

Are you over 18 years of age?

Yes

No

 

Do you currently own any dogs?

Yes
No

Please list your current dogs along with their ages

Please list any dogs you have owned in the past 10 years and what happened to them (died, gave away, etc)

Do you have experience with German Shepherd Dogs or other large breed dogs?

Yes
No

If yes, briefly explain your large dog experience

Please indicate if you have any of the following dog related experience

Dog Rescue                     Dog Breeding             Dog Training           Dog Grooming         
Veterinary Technician  Kennel Assistant       Show/Agility           

If yes, briefly explain your experience

Have you ever been bitten or attacked by a dog?

Yes No

If yes, briefly explain

Are you comfortable approaching dogs you do not know?

Yes No

Are you willing to accept the risk involved when working with a dog that may be frightened or become aggressive when in unfamiliar surroundings?

Yes No

Do you understand that GSDRGA cannot guarantee that some dogs which we are attempting to rescue may not become aggressive toward you or your pets depending upon the circumstances?

Yes No

Have you ever been investigated for or charged with any crime, including crimes related to the treatment or cruelty to animals?

Yes No

Does your home have an outdoor kennel, secure fenced yard or other facilities for the temporary housing of rescued dogs?

Yes No

Will you allow rescued dogs to stay temporarily inside you home?

Yes No

Do you understand and are you willing to assume any risk involved in transporting a dog inside your vehicle?

Yes No

What type of vehicle do you have for transporting dogs?

Do you presently serve as a volunteer for any other rescue groups or organizations?

Yes No

Briefly describe the type of volunteer organizations you are currently working with or have worked with in the past

How many hours per week are you available to volunteer to this rescue?

How did you hear about German Shepherd Dog Rescue Group of GA?

Briefly describe why you are interested in volunteering for a group dedicated to rescuing dogs, particularly the German Shepherd Dog breed

Please select any of the following volunteer activities that you will participate in

Fostering dogs in your home                   Transporting dogs      Evaluating and temperament testing of dogs   Performing home evaluations              
Participating in fund raising activities    Participating in adoption activities       

Do you have a driver's license, if so please provide number and state of registration

Do you have auto insurance, if so please provide name of insurance company

Do you have health insurance?

Yes No

Please provide two personal references, including telephone numbers and their relationship to you. These references should be someone who can verify your volunteer activity or experience with dogs

Finally, please provide us with any additional information about yourself you think is important or relevant to our rescue activities

GSDRGA welcomes all volunteers and is most appreciative of your time and effort. However, we must caution you that working with stray and abandoned animals carry certain risks. We cannot predict the temperament of any dog and cannot guarantee that a dog may not become aggressive. The rescue cannot be responsible for any animal or non-animal related accidents, injuries or illnesses incurred while performing duties related to the rescue. If you are under 18 years of age, we will need permission from your family before you can foster any dog at your family's residence. You must understand that you are assuming certain risks if you volunteer to work directly with the dogs. We want you to understand and acknowledge these potential risks before deciding which volunteer activities you would like to participate. You should also know that there is much satisfaction involved in saving the lives of these intelligent and proud animals no matter what role you play in the rescue process.

I have accurately completed this questionnaire and have read the above statements. I understand the risks involved in working with rescued dogs. I understand that German Shepherd Dog Rescue Group of GA cannot be responsible for the actions, behavior and/or medical condition of all of the dogs which it seeks to rescue. I agree to assume the risks involved in working with dogs who may have been abandoned, beaten, or otherwise mistreated or abused, or who may suffer from an illness, condition or disease.

Agreement with all the above statements will constitute your signature

Do you understand and agree to the above statements?

Yes No