Dogs Trust Glasgow seeks volunteers to help pooches in need
The 61-year-old has been volunteering at the rehoming centre for more than two years, and offers her services three mornings each week, assisting in cleaning kennels, tending to the laundry, and taking the dogs for walks.
Jeannette volunteering in Dogs Trust Glasgow (Image: Supplied) She also spends time with the dogs to provide them with much-needed enrichment.
She said: "I love volunteering at Dogs Trust Glasgow because where else can you do a job surrounded by wonderful dogs.
"All the dogs have different personalities and it's great to see them so well looked after.
"I especially love to see them going home to their new families.
"It's rewarding to be part of that journey.
"To anyone considering volunteering with Dogs Trust I say give it a go.
"You will be made very welcome by the staff and dogs."
Dogs Trust Glasgow is looking for volunteers for various roles such as kennel cleaning, laundry, maintenance, and gardening.
Lauren Blair, volunteer coordinator, said: "Our volunteers are amazing and are vital to what we do for our dogs.
"Without them, it would be much more difficult to give the dogs everything they need.
"Jeannette has been part of our dedicated volunteer team at Dogs Trust Glasgow for over two years.
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"She comes in three days a week always with a smile on her face.
"Her work is an invaluable help to the staff and to the dogs.
"She even goes above and beyond with our other canine assistant Liz by emptying our poo bins around the centre each week, that is dedication.
"We are so grateful for her hard work and commitment."
The centre currently has nearly 60 volunteers, but hopes to recruit more.
Volunteers must be 18 or older and are required to have a positive attitude and a love of dogs.
The centre promises an opportunity to develop new skills, gain experience, and make new friends.
Lauren said: "Every volunteer makes a huge difference to what we can achieve at the centre, and we would love more local dog lovers to come and join us."
Those interested in joining the team can contact Lauren at Lauren.Blair@dogstrust.org.uk or visit the Dogs Trust website at www.dogstrust.org.uk/support-us/volunteering/roles.
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