SPCA Selangor Volunteer Guide

Volunteers are essential to the continued work for SPCA and further protection of animals in our community. While the work at SPCA can be challenging, the rewards of seeing an animal rehomed or people become more aware of animals and their values, are immeasurable. Your efforts are truly appreciated by SPCA Committee and all Staff. Thank you .


The SPCA was established in 1958 to protect animals in Selangor and the Federal Territory. Today we have a wide range of activities all with one common aim: to protect animals and alleviate suffering. ALL of the following activities would not be possible without dedicated, active and dynamic VOLUNTEERS, these include:

-Animal Home

-Public Relations

-Fundraising


The SPCA’s efforts for animals are based at SPCA Animal Home (Ampang Jaya). The Staff here are comprised of two veterinary Surgeons and an Assistant, one Inspector, two Drivers, five Kennel Workers and two Office/Administration workers. The SPCA Committee are active members and volunteer in Public Relations, Fundraising and shelter Management roles.

The SPCA receives no government funding and relies solely on generous donations from public to fund its activities. Each year we need approx. RM500, 000 to maintain the animal home. In essence WE NEED YOUR HELP, we cannot recue, rehabilitate and rehome 7000 animals per year without your help and assistance. There is always something you can help us with –everything is valuable, no help is too small! We hope that you enjoy volunteering with SPCA; everyone at SPCA whether we have 2 legs or 4. Warmly welcomes you!



Volunteer Procedure

If you decide to volunteer for SPCA, please contact the office using the details below and leave us your details. The office will contact our Volunteer Coordinator who will then get back to you to arrange your interview. The interview is a short introduction to the SPCA and an assessment of your skills, so that we can place you in the most appropriate place. This is the best time to discuss any limitations or restrictions you might have while Volunteering.

Here you can explain where you would most like to help and what you have to offer. The Volunteer Coordinator will explain to you the running of the shelter and up coming Events or dates that we might need you for.

Whenever you come to volunteer at the shelter you will be assigned a member of staff who will be responsible for you. If at any time you are unsure of what to do or want advice, this is the person you should seek assistance from.



*Please note the list of voluntary duties here is not inclusive, there are many other positions, roles and opportunities for Volunteers especially as the society continues to grow and expend. We are always open to new ideas to explore and new ways of further promoting kindness to animals and responsible pet ownership.


For more details, please go to the SPCA website.

Volunteer Activity - Animal Home

Animal Home

· Kennel/Cage Cleaning, this includes removing faeces, cleaning and disinfecting, relaying newspaper (cages) and providing fresh water

· Feeding -under instruction ONLY

· Bathing -under instruction ONLY

· Grooming- especially long haired animals, under instruction ONLY

· Socializing –with either dogs or cats, sitting with, patting, walking getting to know animals and their habits and quirks

· Training- along with SPCA Training Sessions (ask for more details)

· Kennel Guide-assisting the public when choosing an animal, assessing the family who want to adopt and matching the most suitable animal for their needs

· General housekeeping varied from washing windows, mopping flors to grass cutting or dusting counters and arranging leaflets!

NB. Please read SPCA policy book regarding management of SPCA Animals, this may help to familiarize yourself with common procedures.


Rules
· Volunteer under 18 years old must have parental/guardian permission to volunteer

· Shelter Volunteers are under the direction of SPCA Staff- all volunteers will be assigned a member of Staff to work with for that day

· If you have any physical limitations please notify the Staff member you are working with, in order that they can prepare activities that are suitable for you

· Look out for any abnormal behavior or physical appearance- let the member of staff you are working with know


Safety
· Volunteers only to handle animals as directed by staff member, use conversational tone and do not scream or shout, do not run or make sudden movements. If you feel uneasy about handling and animal please express this to the Staff member

· DO NOT walk, bathe, socialize or play with animals without prior permission from SPCA Staff

· DO NOT give food or treats to animals- they could be fasting for surgery or under veterinary treatment

· DO NOT enter a kennel if you are unsure of the animal’s behavior: expect the unexpected!

· If you have been bitten or scratched by an animal, report it to the member of Staff immediately


Dress Code:
· Study shoes that are waterproof and have a non-slip sole. No Sandals!
· Long sleeved top and full-length trousers to protect yourself!
· Tie back long hair and remove all jewelry
· Please limit valuables that you bring to the Animal Home and keep them on you at all times
· Please wear a volunteer Name Badge at all times


Please dress appropriately whenever you are representing SPCA

Volunteer Activity - Public Relation

Public Relation

This section is concerned with public awareness and includes both education to schools, colleges and clubs and also outreach and representation at events. The importance of this work is vital in educating the public, getting SPCA known and ultimately rehoming more animals!


Volunteer for:
· Design, first of all we need to design our booth and get our message across to the public , we need help to arrange leaflets and set up (this includes a driver and transport).

· Manning booths or tables, talking to the public, promoting responsible pet ownership and telling them about SPCA activities.

· SPCA Group Guide: Housing schools, clubs and colleges at SPCA Animal home, showing them around and giving important information to them.

· Information Talks: to prepare appropriate presentations and visit schools, colleges and clubs as requested to fulfill public education on responsible pet ownership.

Volunteer Activity - Fundraising

Fundraising

Similar to Public Relations, this section deals with the public and so; we always try to educate them on responsible pet ownership. However, this section has innovative ideas and tireless effort in raising funding for the SPCA, including: organizing jumble sales, jewelry sales and coffee mornings. This section also attracts new members to join SPCA membership scheme and also encourages everyone to buy a t-shirt!

Adoption

One of the reason we created this website is to help the dogs in SPCA to find their home, or in the another way round, help those who are interested to find a new friend and companion!


Hence, we choose some of the dogs in SPCA and their pictures and biodata are all in this website.

The dogs in SPCA are all spayed, dewormed, and vaccinated. The Good Samaritans who are willing to adopt any of them have nothing to worry about. They are extremely healthy.


We really hope that anyone outside who can afford and who is willing to help will consider of adopting a pet, as this is not only helping the poor, homeless pet, but also help youself to get a companion.

How to Adopt

3 Easy Steps to Adopt a Dog


- Visit the nearest SPCA or website.

- Fill the in application form

- Your home will be inspected to make sure there is adequate space, secured fencing and rest of the family is agreeable.