Volunteer Spotlight

The Volunteer Spotlight is not only a way for us to show recognition of some of our most dedicated volunteers, but also a way to highlight how rewarding it can be to volunteer at DHA. Check back each month for a new profiles of volunteers from all the different areas and activities of the shelter, including Kennel, Cattery, Administration, Front Desk, Wellness Clinics, Special Events, and more!

Volunteer Spotlight: Dianne Briggs
Check out our latest Volunteer Spotlight, featuring cattery and medical volunteer Dianne Briggs! Dianne started volunteering at DHA in Spring 2008. She comes in to the shelter three to four times a week, and also helps out at DHA's PetSmart Adopt-a-thons. You'll most often find Dianne in DHA's free roaming cat room, seeking out the cats most in need of socializing and TLC. Dianne also assists DHA's medical staff in making sure that both cats and dogs are healthy during their stay.

Volunteer Spotlight: Cindy Picard
Check out our latest Volunteer Spotlight, featuring kennel volunteer Cindy Picard! Cindy visited DHA for the first time in February 2009 when she stopped by to donate 10 new dog beds she had received. When offered a tour of the shelter, she initially declined. I did not want to see the dogs in what I thought would be a 'cage',"she explains. After talking to another volunteer, Cindy decided to go ahead and visit the kennel, and to her surprise, it turned out to be a very positive experience.

Volunteer Spotlight: Leslie Skibinski
Check out our latest Volunteer Spotlight, featuring kennel volunteer Leslie Skibinski! Leslie volunteers in the kennel every Friday night and jokes that DHA is her "standing Friday date". We find ourselves saying, "It must be Friday night, because Leslie is here walking a shelter dog!"