Volunteer: PetSmart Volunteers Needed: Take Puppies to an Event! Round 2VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THIS SUNDAY, MAY 17TH!
We are looking for volunteers to help with puppies at PetSmart on West Main. This is a big need and a fun opportunity to help our puppies meet potential adopters.
SHIFT TWO: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
At 3:00 PM, volunteers will help load the puppies back into their carriers and return them to the SPCA. Thank you for helping our puppies get seen and find loving homes. Please respond now if you can help fill one of these volunteer spots. Program: Events! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THIS SUNDAY, MAY 17TH!
We are looking for volunteers to help with puppies at PetSmart on West Main. This is a big need and a fun opportunity to help our puppies meet potential adopters.
SHIFT TWO: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
At 3:00 PM, volunteers will help load the puppies back into their carriers and return them to the SPCA. Thank you for helping our puppies get seen and find loving homes. Please respond now if you can help fill one of these volunteer spots. Program: Events! Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 17, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: PetSmart Volunteers Needed: Take Puppies to an Event! Round 1VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THIS SUNDAY, MAY 17TH!
We are looking for volunteers to help take puppies to PetSmart on West Main. This is a big need and a fun opportunity to help our puppies meet potential adopters.
SHIFT ONE: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM Volunteers will: You will not have to adopt out at the event. Shift two volunteers will take over at 1:00 PM. Thank you for helping our puppies get seen and find loving homes. Please respond now if you can help fill one of these volunteer spots. Program: Events! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THIS SUNDAY, MAY 17TH!
We are looking for volunteers to help take puppies to PetSmart on West Main. This is a big need and a fun opportunity to help our puppies meet potential adopters.
SHIFT ONE: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM Volunteers will: You will not have to adopt out at the event. Shift two volunteers will take over at 1:00 PM. Thank you for helping our puppies get seen and find loving homes. Please respond now if you can help fill one of these volunteer spots. Program: Events! Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 17, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Puppy & Kitten Shower: Kitten Room VolunteerProgram: Events! Program: Events! Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 16, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Puppy & Kitten Shower: Puppy Room VolunteersProgram: Events! Program: Events! Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 16, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: New Volunteer Hands - On Training (Step 3 of 3)Ready for Hands-On Volunteer Training? You’ve watched the video, passed the quiz, and now it’s time for the fun part. Hands-On Training is the final step before you begin volunteering with our animals! Hands-On Training Details What You’ll Do: Learn how to log into the volunteer computer Review and refresh what you learned in the training video Meet our cats and walk an advanced dog as a group Walk your very first dog on your own Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. Training begins promptly at the scheduled time. Dress for the Weather Volunteers with Minors Minors must be 8 years or older Minors must attend training with a guardian until age 16 Minors should watch the orientation video (quiz not required) Minors may attend training without being signed up separately Sign up here: If you don’t yet have a volunteer profile, please create one and mark “Yes” under qualifications for watching the video and passing the quiz. Training times are updated monthly, so if the current dates don’t work, be sure to check back. Optional: Help Kick Off Your Volunteer Journey with a Gift Our Current Top Needs: BIGGEST NEED: Pet-safe sidewalk salt/ice melt Dry cat food (any size or brand) Cat litter Dog treats (all kinds welcome, soft chews most needed) Hard, long-lasting chew bones (especially large sizes) Dish soap (any brand) Gift cards (Meijer, Menards, Walmart, PetSmart) The SPCA does not receive government funding. Every donation and volunteer hour comes from our amazing community. Thank you for helping us make tails wag and purrs happen! Program: SPCA Orientations Ready for Hands-On Volunteer Training? You’ve watched the video, passed the quiz, and now it’s time for the fun part. Hands-On Training is the final step before you begin volunteering with our animals! Hands-On Training Details What You’ll Do: Learn how to log into the volunteer computer Review and refresh what you learned in the training video Meet our cats and walk an advanced dog as a group Walk your very first dog on your own Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. Training begins promptly at the scheduled time. Dress for the Weather Volunteers with Minors Minors must be 8 years or older Minors must attend training with a guardian until age 16 Minors should watch the orientation video (quiz not required) Minors may attend training without being signed up separately Sign up here: If you don’t yet have a volunteer profile, please create one and mark “Yes” under qualifications for watching the video and passing the quiz. Training times are updated monthly, so if the current dates don’t work, be sure to check back. Optional: Help Kick Off Your Volunteer Journey with a Gift Our Current Top Needs: BIGGEST NEED: Pet-safe sidewalk salt/ice melt Dry cat food (any size or brand) Cat litter Dog treats (all kinds welcome, soft chews most needed) Hard, long-lasting chew bones (especially large sizes) Dish soap (any brand) Gift cards (Meijer, Menards, Walmart, PetSmart) The SPCA does not receive government funding. Every donation and volunteer hour comes from our amazing community. Thank you for helping us make tails wag and purrs happen! Program: SPCA Orientations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Puppy & Kitten Shower: Greeting Table VolunteersProgram: Events! Program: Events! Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 16, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Puppy & Kitten Shower: Cake Table VolunteerProgram: Events! Program: Events! Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 16, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Foster Needed: Romeo (ACL recovery)FOSTER NEEDED: Romeo Romeo is a SWEET boy who loves people and is ready to heal in a calm, comfortable home. He is recovering from ACL (TPLO) surgery and needs a dedicated foster for the next 6 weeks. Romeo must be the ONLY animal in the home. He does not do well with other pets, but he makes up for it with his love for humans. What Romeo needs: His recovery care includes: Weeks 1–2: Weeks 2–6: SPCA will provide medical support and guidance every step of the way—you provide the safe place for Romeo to recover. Romeo is counting on someone to help him heal. Respond now to foster Program: Fostering FOSTER NEEDED: Romeo Romeo is a SWEET boy who loves people and is ready to heal in a calm, comfortable home. He is recovering from ACL (TPLO) surgery and needs a dedicated foster for the next 6 weeks. Romeo must be the ONLY animal in the home. He does not do well with other pets, but he makes up for it with his love for humans. What Romeo needs: His recovery care includes: Weeks 1–2: Weeks 2–6: SPCA will provide medical support and guidance every step of the way—you provide the safe place for Romeo to recover. Romeo is counting on someone to help him heal. Respond now to foster Program: Fostering Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Jun 14, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Foster Needed: Pregnant Cat FionaFoster Needed: Pregnant Cat Fiona Fiona is looking for a safe, loving foster home as she prepares to welcome her babies. Her kittens are due anytime within the next two weeks, and she needs a calm place where she can feel secure. Foster commitment includes: We can provide supplies. Help Fiona bring her babies into the world safely and give them the best start. respond now to foster! Program: Fostering Foster Needed: Pregnant Cat Fiona Fiona is looking for a safe, loving foster home as she prepares to welcome her babies. Her kittens are due anytime within the next two weeks, and she needs a calm place where she can feel secure. Foster commitment includes: We can provide supplies. Help Fiona bring her babies into the world safely and give them the best start. respond now to foster! Program: Fostering Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Jun 28, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Foster Needed: Orange- Small Pregnant DogFoster Needed: Orange Orange is a small, sweet, and friendly girl with a happy personality. She is currently pregnant and expected to give birth in the next 1–2 weeks. An ultrasound showed she is carrying 5 puppies. Orange is looking for a foster home where she can safely deliver and care for her puppies. She will need to stay in foster until the puppies are about 8 weeks old. Around 6 weeks, the puppies will need to come into the shelter for their first vaccines. We can provide puppy pads, food, and any needed supplies. If you can provide a calm, caring space for Orange and her pups during this important time, please respond now to foster her. **First Time Fosters are welcomed. Theres a first for everything! Program: Fostering Foster Needed: Orange Orange is a small, sweet, and friendly girl with a happy personality. She is currently pregnant and expected to give birth in the next 1–2 weeks. An ultrasound showed she is carrying 5 puppies. Orange is looking for a foster home where she can safely deliver and care for her puppies. She will need to stay in foster until the puppies are about 8 weeks old. Around 6 weeks, the puppies will need to come into the shelter for their first vaccines. We can provide puppy pads, food, and any needed supplies. If you can provide a calm, caring space for Orange and her pups during this important time, please respond now to foster her. **First Time Fosters are welcomed. Theres a first for everything! Program: Fostering Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Jul 5, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Foster Needed: Posh & her KittensFoster Needed – PoshPosh is a friendly tuxedo momma looking for a foster home for her and her kittens.She is a good, attentive mom who clearly loves her babies. Posh is very people-friendly and enjoys attention while still staying devoted to caring for her litter.About the kittens:
• 4 kittens • One is a calico, which is extra exciting as we have not seen many calicos this yearFoster commitment: • Care for Posh and her kittens until they reach 2 lbs (around 8 weeks old) • Bring them in 1–2 times for vaccinesWe can provide supplies, if needed.This is a great opportunity to help a sweet, social mom and her adorable kittens grow and thrive.Respond now to foster Posh and her family. Pick up during open hours. Program: Fostering Foster Needed – PoshPosh is a friendly tuxedo momma looking for a foster home for her and her kittens.She is a good, attentive mom who clearly loves her babies. Posh is very people-friendly and enjoys attention while still staying devoted to caring for her litter.About the kittens:
• 4 kittens • One is a calico, which is extra exciting as we have not seen many calicos this yearFoster commitment: • Care for Posh and her kittens until they reach 2 lbs (around 8 weeks old) • Bring them in 1–2 times for vaccinesWe can provide supplies, if needed.This is a great opportunity to help a sweet, social mom and her adorable kittens grow and thrive.Respond now to foster Posh and her family. Pick up during open hours. Program: Fostering Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Jun 14, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Foster Needed: Raisin + 4 KittensFoster Needed – Raisin & her Kittens
Raisin is a young momma looking for a safe, quiet foster home for her and her babies. She is an excellent mom who truly loves her kittens. She will allow people to pick them up, but she is protective and prefers not too much handling, wanting them returned to her quickly. She is attentive, caring, and doing a wonderful job. Raisin details: About the kittens: Fun note: Raisin’s sister is also in our care with a litter born the same day, so the kittens are cousins. Foster commitment: We can provide supplies, if needed. This is a short-term foster opportunity to help a dedicated mom and her newborn kittens thrive. Respond now to foster Raisin and her family. Pickup during open hours. Program: Fostering Foster Needed – Raisin & her Kittens
Raisin is a young momma looking for a safe, quiet foster home for her and her babies. She is an excellent mom who truly loves her kittens. She will allow people to pick them up, but she is protective and prefers not too much handling, wanting them returned to her quickly. She is attentive, caring, and doing a wonderful job. Raisin details: About the kittens: Fun note: Raisin’s sister is also in our care with a litter born the same day, so the kittens are cousins. Foster commitment: We can provide supplies, if needed. This is a short-term foster opportunity to help a dedicated mom and her newborn kittens thrive. Respond now to foster Raisin and her family. Pickup during open hours. Program: Fostering Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Jun 14, 2026 Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer: Evening Adoption Counseling (2026)
Program: Office
Program: Office Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Midday Adoption Counseling 3pm - 5pmProgram: Office Program: Office Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Afternoon Adoption Counseling
Program: Office
Program: Office Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: SPCA Cleaning and Tidying (Monday - Friday)Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Every bit of help makes a difference! Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Log in and out of the computer to let us know you're here and record your hours. Every bit of help makes a difference!Program: Shelter Tidying Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Every bit of help makes a difference! Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Log in and out of the computer to let us know you're here and record your hours. Every bit of help makes a difference!Program: Shelter Tidying Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Phone Support (Weekday)Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the entire shift. You’re welcome to come in at any time during the scheduled hours and help for as little or as long as you’re able. Every call you take makes a difference!
Program: Office Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the entire shift. You’re welcome to come in at any time during the scheduled hours and help for as little or as long as you’re able. Every call you take makes a difference!
Program: Office Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Cat City SocializationFriendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the entire shift. Feel free to stop by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’re able. Every bit of time you give makes a difference for the cats! Program: Cat City Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the entire shift. Feel free to stop by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’re able. Every bit of time you give makes a difference for the cats! Program: Cat City Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Morning Adoption Counseling
Program: Office
Program: Office Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Community Service (CO)Please sign in to begin your court-ordered community service. Program: Court-Ordered Community Service Please sign in to begin your court-ordered community service. Program: Court-Ordered Community Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer: Cat City Morning CleaningCat City Morning Cleaning is one of the SPCA's volunteer activities that we need filled the most. The best part about this activity is when you're the first person to walk into the cat room in the morning all the cats come to greet you with purrs and cuddles. It takes about 2 hours to clean Cat City. We allot three hours for this activity to give the volunteer the time and space to spend with the cats. Volunteers do not need to be at the SPCA the full 3 hours.
Duties Include: Sweeping and Mopping Feeding the cats and changing out the water. Putting out clean blankets. Scooping the litter boxes and putting fresh litter in. Making sure Cat City is clean and tidy.
Thank you!
Program: Cat City Cat City Morning Cleaning is one of the SPCA's volunteer activities that we need filled the most. The best part about this activity is when you're the first person to walk into the cat room in the morning all the cats come to greet you with purrs and cuddles. It takes about 2 hours to clean Cat City. We allot three hours for this activity to give the volunteer the time and space to spend with the cats. Volunteers do not need to be at the SPCA the full 3 hours.
Duties Include: Sweeping and Mopping Feeding the cats and changing out the water. Putting out clean blankets. Scooping the litter boxes and putting fresh litter in. Making sure Cat City is clean and tidy.
Thank you!
Program: Cat City Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Dog Walking and SocializationFriendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the entire shift. Feel free to stop by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’re able. Every bit of time you give makes a difference for the dogs! Program: Dogs Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the entire shift. Feel free to stop by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’re able. Every bit of time you give makes a difference for the dogs! Program: Dogs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: SPCA Cleaning and Tidying (Saturday)Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Every bit of help makes a difference! Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Log in and out of the computer to let us know you're here and record your hours. Every bit of help makes a difference!Program: Shelter Tidying Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Every bit of help makes a difference! Friendly reminder: Volunteers are not required to stay for the full shift. You’re welcome to come by anytime during the scheduled hours and help out for as little or as long as you’d like. Log in and out of the computer to let us know you're here and record your hours. Every bit of help makes a difference!Program: Shelter Tidying Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: New Volunteer General Orientation Video (Step 1 of 3) Loading… ***After Taking the Quiz, please wait for your qualifications to be updated. You will receive an email to sign-up for Hands-On Training within 7 business days. If you do not receive an email within 7 business days, please email, Tricia@spcaswmich.org***Program: SPCA Orientations Loading… ***After Taking the Quiz, please wait for your qualifications to be updated. You will receive an email to sign-up for Hands-On Training within 7 business days. If you do not receive an email within 7 business days, please email, Tricia@spcaswmich.org***Program: SPCA Orientations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Decompression Walks- How ToProgram: Volunteer Toolbox Program: Volunteer Toolbox Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Calling All Creative Volunteers!Calling All Creative Volunteers! We’re looking for talented volunteers with experience in mixed media—including photography, videography, and social media—to help us bring our projects to life! If you have skills in one or more of these areas: Creating or editing photos or videos Designing multimedia content Managing or creating content for social media platforms Working with collage, graphics, or visual storytelling …we’d love to hear from you! Please respond to this post to let us know you’re interested Your creativity can make a real impact—thank you for sharing your time and talent with us! Program: Special Projects Calling All Creative Volunteers! We’re looking for talented volunteers with experience in mixed media—including photography, videography, and social media—to help us bring our projects to life! If you have skills in one or more of these areas: Creating or editing photos or videos Designing multimedia content Managing or creating content for social media platforms Working with collage, graphics, or visual storytelling …we’d love to hear from you! Please respond to this post to let us know you’re interested Your creativity can make a real impact—thank you for sharing your time and talent with us! Program: Special Projects Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Adoption Counseling Training Program: SPCA Orientations Program: SPCA Orientations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49009 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: New Volunteer General Orientation Quiz (Step 2 of 3)After Watching the SPCA General Orientation Video,
Please take the Quiz Below:
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Please take the Quiz Below:
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Volunteer: Foster Orientation Video & Quiz (Steps 1 & 2)
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