Avery Humane Society
Come Visit Us!
Do you have a heart for animals and a little time to share? Even if you can’t adopt or have a pet of your own, you can still make a big difference in the lives of the animals at our shelter. Your time, energy, and compassion can help our furry friends feel loved while they wait for their forever homes.
If this sounds like you, we would love to welcome you into the Avery Humane Society Volunteer family! Volunteering is a rewarding way to give back, meet like-minded people, and make plenty of new friends—both two-legged and four-legged.
To learn more or request an application, please call us or email josh@averyhumane.org. For liability reasons, volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Youth ages 12–15 are welcome to volunteer alongside a parent or guardian, who must remain with them at all times.
Please call ahead to let us know you plan to attend one of our upcoming volunteer orientations—we can’t wait to meet you!
828-733-2333 ask for Josh!!
ATTENTION: Court ordered community service or community service before court is different than volunteering.
If you have community service to do please contact Charlene, Tuesday through Friday at 828-733-6312.
We’re excited to introduce Rescue Readers, a new program at the shelter! This special program pairs children ages 6–12 with our shelter cats for quiet reading time. It’s a win-win: the cats enjoy calm companionship that helps them become more adoptable, and kids build confidence and improve their reading skills in a fun, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment.
If you know a book-loving child—or one who could use a little extra reading practice—we’d love to hear from you. Parents or guardians are encouraged to contact Josh Shipley, our Volunteer Coordinator, for more information. Josh is available Tuesday–Wednesday from 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and Thursday from noon–4 p.m. You can reach him at 828-733-2333 or by email at josh@averyhumane.org.
