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32 - Rehoming Foster Caer
When We Need You
From 19/01/2012 onwards
About Opportunity
Cat and dog foster carers needed, dogs are cared for in volunteer's home, cats in a spare room or in timber cat chalets in the garden (provided by Blue Cross). Potential volunteers are asked to have experience of the species they wish to foster and not in full time employment. We do not recruit carers who have children under 5 years old to foster in the house but there is the possibility for them to foster using cat chalets. We are looking for proactive individuals who are computer literate and have access to a digital camera. Pets are taken to the local vets, assessed by volunteer and advertised. Potential adopters visit the pet in the volunteer's home. Foster carers sghould have access to a car to carry home visits and take the pet to the vet. Full training and support given.
Availability
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About Blue Cross Fostering Scheme
The Blue Cross is a registered UK animal welfare charity. Our aims are to: ensure the welfare of animals by providing practical care highlight the benefits of companionship between animals and people promote a sense of respect and responsibility towards animals in the community We provide support to the nations' pets and their owners by: treating pets whose owners cannot afford private veterinary treatment finding permanent homes for unwanted or abandoned animals educating the public in responsible animal ownership
Skills & Experience
You have experience of pet ownership You have use of a suitable vehicle to transport a foster pet if needed You are able to work as part of a team and be a good communicator You are reliable, compassionate and able to work on your own initiative You are adaptable and self motivated, willing to learn and have a friendly approach Anical welfare is of major importance to you.
Travel Details
In the volunteer's home.
Restrictions
As long as a volunteer has suitable accommodation and is physically able to mee the needs of the pet in their care they are eligible for this opportunity.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Other, References
Training and Induction Details
A comprehensive Training and Information Manual is provided, along with ongoing support and as required professional behaviourist support.
Work Type
Homebased Volunteering
Client Group
Animals
Expenses Detail
Mileage 40p per mile (for first 100 miles and then 10p per mile) Phone calls - will be reimbursed subject to agreement Other expenses e.g. stationery costs
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
No minimum commitment required.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
2
Reference Code
30-2213
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
PO Box 6
Callander
Scotland
KY17 8ZU
Contact: Natalie Hogg
Tel: 0131 449 4393
Email: natalie.hogg@bluecross.org.uk
Website: http://www.bluecross.org....
