Volunteers are the heart and soul of Centre County PAWS. We invite you to complete an online application and join the ranks of volunteers committed to helping homeless and unwanted dogs and cats.
It takes hundreds of volunteer and staff hours to maintain and grow the Center. Volunteers comprise the vast majority of people power at PAWS, since the number of paid staff is limited. It takes numerous volunteers to care for the dogs and cats every morning and evening, while there are dozens more "behind the scenes" volunteers who work on adoption applications, fundraising, scheduling, ongoing medical care, and much more.
Current Needs at PAWS
During the summer months PAWS is especially in need of more volunteers to help at the shelter. If you are available during any of the following shifts, please let the scheduler know when you sign up for volunteer training.
- Dog Side: Monday night, Friday morning, Sunday night, and Sunday morning
- Cat Side: Tuesday morning, Thursday night, Friday night, and Saturday night
- Front Desk: Monday night, Tuesday day, Saturday day, Sunday day
Step 1: Volunteer Application
Please review our volunteer opportunities below and then complete your Centre County PAWS Volunteer Application online today!
Volunteer Opportunities
PAWS has a wide range of rewarding volunteer opportunities. If you have questions, please email us at
newvolunteer@centrecountypaws.org. For more information about available volunteer opportunities, please click on the links below.
Volunteer Application
Step 2: RSVP for a Training Date
Once you have filled out your application, your next step is to RSVP by email to the appropriate training. Please see the information below on how to RSVP for the training you're interested in attending.
Volunteer Questions, Volunteer Answers
