The Guelph Humane Society started in 1893 to provide care and shelter for homeless, stray and abused animals. Some of the programs that they provide include: 

• sheltering and adoption of stray or unwanted animals  
• helping lost animals return home  
• animal/wildlife advice  
• dog and cat tagging 
• pet visitation  
• humane education  
• animal by-law enforcement  
• animal distress and/or cruelty investigations 
• March Break and summer camp children's programs 

The Guelph Humane Society are always looking for volunteers for all departments in their organization. Some examples of the volunteer positions available include:

• Avian Enricher
• Small Animal Nurturer and Trainer
• Feline Well Being Assistant
• Cleanliness Cat Crew/Canine Cleanliness Crew
• Companion Animal Chauffeurs
• Canine Enrichment Specialists
• Canine Companion
• Wildlife Rescue Driver
• Event Volunteers

Location:
500 Wellington St, W.

P.O. 684
Guelph, ON N1H 6L3
(519) 824-3091

Hours of Operation:

Monday to Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Closed from 9 am -12:30 pm on the last Wednesday of each month for shelter staff training.

Animal Viewing:
Monday to Friday 11 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 11 am - 4:30 pm

For more information on the process to become a volunteer including the basic requirements, the steps in the process and the application form visit their website at: