VOLUNTEER

We rely on our amazing volunteers to exist. Volunteers help with everything from cleaning animal enclosures and animal enrichment to administrative support. We truly have an opportunity for everyone - whether you want to work directly with animals or through community outreach. You can stop by the shelter to fill out an application and learn more or click on the convenient links below to apply! Please return e-filled forms to info@columbiaanimalshelter.com and physical forms directly to the shelter. The online form comes directly to us!

FOSTER

By fostering with us you free up space in our facility so we are able to continue serving the community by taking in more animals. Fostering helps the shelter and potential adopters learn more about an animal’s personality so we can adopt animals into the best homes possible. Animals in foster homes get more one-on-one attention - this is especially helpful for animals that may not be thriving in the shelter environment. If you are interested in becoming a Columbia Animal Shelter foster click below to apply! Please return e-filled forms to info@columbiaanimalshelter.com and physical forms directly to the shelter. The online form comes directly to us!

SPONSOR AN AREA OF THE SHELTER

You can permanently sponsor an area of the shelter with your company name or the name of a beloved pet or person. Sponsor a kennel and give our shelter animals a safer, healthier, happier place to stay until their adoptive parents arrive. This is a great way for individuals or businesses to demonstrate their support for the homeless animals every day of the year. By becoming a sponsor, you help provide the animals with food, medical care, beds, and comfort necessary for their stay. It is also a terrific way to advertise your business, honor a loved one (human or furry), or simply give back to your community.