Purrfect Pals Volunteer Program
Make a direct difference in the lives of cats! Purrfect Pals has a variety of opportunities to help with the well being of cats. We currently have volunteer opportunities at our Arlington-Smokey Point shelter and all our offsite PetSmart partner locations. In addition, to these opportunities we also have special events throughout the year.
Go to our online volunteer application or
Download a printable version of our Volunteer Application (73k pdf)
Volunteer Requirements
Age Volunteers must be a minimum of 16 years to work independently (Adoption Counselors must be 18 years of age). Volunteer applicants aged 13 through 15 can volunteer, but must work in tandem with an adult guardian at all times. Read more about our Junior Volunteer Program.
Orientation Attend a volunteer orientation and training. Orientations are offered at our Arlington-Smokey Point shelter on an enrollment basis. During this orientation volunteers will learn more about the history and mission of Purrfect Pals, as well as detailed information of the volunteer positions. See our events calendar to see when the next orientation is scheduled. To sign up, please e-mail Purrfect Pals Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@purrfectpals.org as space is limited
Training The Purrfect Pals Volunteer Coordinator will train or arrange for “on the job” training at your desired volunteer location.
Time Commitment Volunteers must make a minimum 3 month commitment
Schedule Volunteers must adhere to the schedule to which you have committed, and to notify the volunteer manager promptly if you will be absent.
Mission Volunteers must support and respect the mission policies of Purrfect Pals. They must follow the guidelines for all volunteer job descriptions as outlined in the Purrfect Pals Volunteer Manual, which is provided during orientation.
Current Priority Needs
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old to be trained as Cat Adoption Counselor, and at least 16 years old to work as Socializer/cleaner independently. Orientation and training are provided and flexible two- three hour shifts are available. Volunteers who can commit to a minimum of one day/shift per week are encouraged to apply. If interested, please submit an online volunteer application for more information.
Offsite PetSmart (PS) AND Petco (PC) Locations Woodinville, Lynnwood, Everett, North Seattle (Shoreline),Tukwila, Renton and Bellevue (opens March 22) PetSmarts and Kirkland, Issaquah Petcos REGULAR (WEEKLY) Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to help staff the cat adoption room at Woodinville, Lynnwood, Everett, North Seattle (Shoreline), Tukwila, Renton PetSmarts and Kirkland, Issaquah Petcos. All PetSmarts & Petcos are usually open 7 days a week and have flexible day and evening shifts available.
Arlington Shelter Shifts Available
Our Arlington shelter has volunteer opportunities available Monday through Sunday between the hours of 9AM and 5PM.
Annual Special Events Black Cat Ball (every year in October) and Average Joe Cat Show (every year in May) Volunteers Needed
Interested in helping make Purrfect Pals' biggest fundraiser a success? If you can spend a few hours soliciting your local businesses for donations or are able to write letters from home, your help is needed. Contact (360) 652-9611 ext. 16 for more details.
Special Events Weekend Adoption Events
Have free time on the weekends? Help find cats and kittens homes at our special events such as Adopt-A-Thons at area pet stores. Visit our Event Calendar for a list of upcoming adoption events.
PurrfectPals Current Needs
Arlington- main shelter: unlimited need. Especially need help assembling adoption packets.
Everett PetsMart: Thursday morning cleaning/socializing and alternating Saturday morning cleaner/socializer. Monday- Wednesday afternoon cleaner/socializers
Woodinville PetsMart: Monday, Tuesday and Friday morning cleaner/socializer. Monday- Friday late afternoon cleaner/socializer. Tuesday and Wednesday evening Adoption Counselor. 3 Saturdays a month- afternoon Adoption Counselor needed.
Lynnwood PetsMart: Wednesday and Saturday morning weekdays- cleaning/socializing (9-11am). Tuesday afternoon cleaner/socializer; Saturday afternoon Adoption Counselor.
Shoreline (North Seattle) PetsMart: Cleaner/Socializer for Thursday morning (must start by 9am or before). Evening Adoption Counselors for Monday, Thursday; Mid-day Adoption Counselors for Saturday, Sunday.
Tukwila PetsMart: Morning cleaners; Mid day “cat cuddlers.” Friday late afternoon cleaner/socializer; Adoption Counselor for Wednesday evening.
Renton PetsMart: Morning cleaners; Mid day socializers.
Kirkland Petco:Afternoon cleaner/socializers. Weeknights Adoption Counselors.
Issaquah Petco:morning and afternoon cleaner/socializers.
Bellevue Petsmart:Grand opening March 22, 2009. We are recruiting and training now for all positions- cleaners, socializers and adoption counselors.
At home: We need volunteers to call adopters after adoptions to verify everything is working out smoothly.
Apply Online
If you think you are a good match, please complete our online volunteer application. The Purrfect Pals Volunteer Coordinator will review your application and get in touch with you promptly.
Or Apply by Mail
If you would rather apply by mail, simply download our printable volunteer application (73k pdf) and mail the complete application to us the address below. The Purrfect Pals Volunteer Coordinator will review your application and get in touch with you promptly.
Mail to:
Volunteer Coordinator
Purrfect Pals
230 McRae Road NE
Arlington, WA 98223
More info
For more information about volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator by phone at (360) 652-9611 ext.16 or e-mail at volunteers@purrfectpals.org
