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Augusta Animal Rescue Friends, Inc.
Getting Involved

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There are numerous ways to help the animals. For example:

Volunteer Your Time/Volunteer Orientations

Please e-mail us at volunteers@aarf.net if you would like to volunteer.  We will have the volunteer coordinator get with you as soon as possible.  If you do not hear back from us within the week, please try again.  Our spam blocker may have zapped you!!!

Volunteer Orientation

All volunteers must go through an orientation out at the shelter before they can work with us. The orientation will only take 30 - 45 minutes, not including the shelter tour. 
 
When you attend, please wear closed toe and heel shoes since during the shelter tour,  you must walk through disinfectant.   

Remember, an hour is a little time to spend to insure that we are a help to the shelter, not a hindrance.

Make a Donation

We know some people can not volunteer their time. If you would instead like to make a monetary or supply donation, please contact us at volunteers@aarf.net.
 
You can help the shelter animals by donating old blankets and towels.  We use them for newborns and to bathe the animals if they come in dirty or smelly.  The animals always feel much better after a bath (although most of them are not happy during the bath).  If you have an old plastic crate similar to those used to transport animals, please consider donating it to the shelter.  They are used for Moms and puppies when they are at the shelter.  Contact Margie (706-790-4339) if you have any questions.  
 
We can now accept paypal donations via credit card through PayPal.  Just click the button below to help out the homeless animals.

Spread the Word

Help us educate the public! Spread the word about the importance of spaying and neutering your pets. Be a speaker at a local association about how being a responsible pet owner can make a difference in our community.

Volunteer to speak at schools to youngsters on how they should take care of their pets.

Talk to friends and family members. Many people grew up in the country and never even heard of a need for spaying and neutering.

ASK US ABOUT BECOMING A FOSTER PARENT!!

While at the shelter, you may see an animal that needs extra care. It may have been abused and is terrified of everyone. The cat or dog may need quiet during a period of recuperation. A mother may need space for herself and her babies.

If  you have love to spare, you may become a Foster parent. The State mandates that we come and check out your home to insure that it is fit for a pet to live in. Once that is done and the paperwork is explained, you may take your charge home.

The feelings you get from sharing your heart and your home are unbelievable. We won't lie to you; there is also a downside to fostering. You shouldn't foster if you have young puppies. You shouldn't foster a Bull Mastiff if you have a teacup poodle. It will break your heart on the day your foster child gets a real home. For some, though, the rewards are worth it. The greatest satisfaction comes from finding the perfect home for your foster child.

Recurring Events

Come walk the dogs and/or pet the cats. The socialization will do them good. Remember, the walking also benefits YOU!

We currently go to PetSmart every Saturday from 12:00 to 4:00 and PetSmart on Sunday for Pet Adoptions from 12:00 to 4:00. It's a great feeling to send an animal home, one that makes all the "drudge" stuff worthwhile. Volunteers to help present the animals to the public are welcome. Also, volunteers can be trained on how to complete adoption paperwork in compliance with State Laws.

Please do not bring your pet to the shelter or adoptions! Not only is this for the safety of your loved ones, but it also keeps people from trying to adopt YOUR pet.