Animal handling sometimes involved. Animal Care Associates also interact with the public in the kennel areas answering questions about the animals. They may also assist in showing animals to potential adopters if asked by a staff member. Also, if time allows, bathing any animals that need it.
Clean animals have a better chance at getting adopted.
Guide people through the shelter. Provide group tours at the shelter. Those volunteers who have a knack for writing and editing can participate the Orlando Humane Society's newsletter. Volunteers take Pet Assisted Therapy animals into nursing homes, adult day care centers and hospitals throughout the county. They provide social therapy to residents in these facilities.