The society is always looking for volunteers. Volunteers are appreciated especially during the spring cleanup time, held in March or April. In addition to students, UW-RF faculty and staff volunteer time to help at the shelter. Magdalena Pala, professor of chemistry, has worked at the shelter for the past few years. She's been working there on a regular basis since last spring.
Many people are indifferent, inconsiderate, irresponsible, or cruel to animals.
Another volunteer, Karen Klyczek, a biology professor, has worked at the shelter for more than a year. She said she wanted to help the Humane Society as a way to deal with the loss. It's hard to see the dogs in the shelter, but you can see the need for volunteers. You can tell that it makes a difference, even if you can only put in a small amount of time. Klyczek works a few hours a month with the animals but she also volunteers for special events and fund-raisers.