Dog Walking Sign Up

Thank you so much for your interest in helping walk our foster dogs!
This role provides critical support to our foster homes and helps our dogs build confidence, skills, and enrichment while they wait for their forever homes.

First name*

Last name*

Multi-line address

Country/Region*

Address*

City*

Zip / Postal code*

Phone Number*

Email*

Are you over the age of 18?*

Yes

Which cities/towns are you available to walk dogs in?*

Calgary

Edmonton

Medicine Hat

Red Deer

Irvine

Cochrane

Olds

Other

How often are you available to walk?*

Do you have previous experience walking or caring for dogs? Please describe.*

Have you ever handled dogs that:*

Pull on leash

Are fearful or nervous

Are high energy

Are reactive

None of the above

In your own words, what does “force-free, positive reinforcement” mean to you?*

Have you ever used prong, choke, or shock collars? Please Explain.

Are you willing to follow Ruff Start’s force-free handling policies while volunteering?*

Are you comfortable following a specific walking plan provided by the rescue?*

Yes

Would you be comfortable sending a quick update and photo after each walk?*

Yes

What would you do if a dog became overwhelmed, scared, or reactive on a walk?*

What would you do if the dog slipped their leash or harness?*

What would a successful walk look like to you?*

This role requires reliability, as foster homes plan their days around scheduled walks. Are you comfortable committing to scheduled walks and providing advance notice if you cannot attend?*

Yes

Preferred method of communication:*

Text

Phone Call

Are you willing to provide a photo ID and professional reference*

Yes

Thank you so much for applying to walk Ruff Start dogs! Your information has been added to our list of dog walking volunteers. If a foster family and dog in your area require walking support, we will reach out to arrange a meet and greet. We truly appreciate your willingness to give your time, patience, and kindness to help our rescue dogs thrive. 🐾

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