If you have a lot or a little time to give, please consider being a BARKS Volunteer. Below is a list of some of the tasks/jobs for which we need more volunteers. We also have many ad hoc needs that turn up for which we need volunteer help.

**Needed - Dog Walkers

BARKS has several dogs who need daily walking. These wonderful dogs gain a lot by having time out of the shelter. They burn off energy, gain leash walking experience and enjoy socializing with people. You will also gain a lot by helping to make these dog's lives better. Dog walkers must be at least 18 years old and go through a dog walking orientation.

Not in Contact with the Animals

• Public Relations - flyers, ads, media contact, signage, etc.
• Assist in writing and mailing quarterly newsletter
• Help BARKS Fundraising Coordinator with event planning and staffing
• Assist with the BARKS Garage Sale
• Grant writing and application
• Return and follow up on calls to BARKS Phone Line
• Pet Adoption follow up calls
• Promoting BARKS events and animals on social networks (e.g. Facebook, Twitter)

Animal Contact (must be 18 or older)

• Pound Cleaning - cats and/or dogs
• Dog Walking
• Animal Fostering
• Animal Care - vet visits, training, grooming, socializing
• Adoption Day Assistance - cat or dog handling, set up and tear down

If you are interested in helping BARKS:
Please complete either our Online Volunteer Application or our PDF Volunteer Application.

If you are applying to foster an animal:
Please complete our Foster Care Agreement PDF.

For the PDFs, please print and fill out, then sign and return to BARKS. We accept PDF applications via fax (973-300-0396) or in person at one of our adoption events.