Minnesota Sheltie Rescue

MNSR is always in need of more committed volunteers. Here are a few areas in which we are looking for dedicated, committed volunteers that want to help make a difference in the lives of Shelties in need:

FOSTER: Our Foster Team mentors new foster homes, coordinates foster supplies and vet appointments, and works with our Intake Team and Adoption Team with Sheltie placements.

OPEN POSITIONS:

Foster Homes: We are always in need of additional foster homes. The more homes we have available, the more Shelties we can help. MNSR covers the cost of veterinary bills, medicine, and food. The foster home provides the love and support that the Sheltie needs to help prepare them for their forever home. We are especially in need of foster homes that are comfortable working with very shy dogs that have little or no socialization when they first come into rescue. Due to the high flight risk associated with the breed, which is heightened when a dog is in a new environment, we require our foster homes to have a securely fenced yard. To find out more information about fostering, please email us at foster@mnsheltierescue.org.

Becoming a foster home with MNSR is very similar to our adoption process. First, an application is completed (CLICK HERE to download and print an application to be submitted by mail. The application is a pdf file and you will need to have a pdf viewer, such as Adobe Reader installed on your computer.) then, reference checks are completed, and a home visit is conducted prior to a dog being placed in your home.

ADOPTION: Our Adoption Team checks applicant references, conducts home visits, works with the Foster Team to match Shelties in the program with approved applicants, and checks in on adopted MNSR Shelties

OPEN POSITIONS:

Application Processing: We are currently looking to add a few members to our Adoption Team to assist in processing adoption applications. The ideal candidate has a love and knowledge of the Sheltie breed, and enjoys meeting and talking with new people. The process involves calling references and conducting a home visit to meet with the applicant and help to determine the best type of dog for their family.

COMMUNICATION: Our Communication Team coordinates the website, writes website bios and success stories, creates flyers and other printed materials, and handles phone inquiries and thank you notes.

DEVELOPMENT: Our Development Team plans and coordinates events and classes, plans fundraising opportunities, coordinates lost Sheltie efforts, coordinates community outreach, and trains new volunteers

We always need more volunteers and foster families to join our group! If you would be interested in fostering or volunteering in any role, please contact us at volunteer@mnsheltierescue.org or 612.616.7477 to discuss opportunities.