Volunteer Program

I understand that the Humane Society cares for animals with unknown backgrounds and dispositions. These animals may scratch, bite, or carry diseases and parasites which pose a potential hazard for volunteers and other workers. I realize that although the New River Humane Society has taken all reasonable measures to protect me, accidents and injuries may still occur. Therefore, I hereby completely release and entirely discharge the New River Humane Society from any and all claims and causes of action of negligence or gross negligence that I or another might have or bring relating to or arising from any injury or damage that I should sustain while assisting the New River Humane Society or in connection with my work for the New River Humane Society.
I fully understand and agree that I am providing my services in a volunteer capacity without any expressed or implied promise of salary or employment benefits. I agree to perform my volunteer duties to the best of my ability and to adhere to agency rules detailed in my orientation. I understand that my volunteer involvement may be terminated for any reason if I do not meet my commitment in an appropriate manner. I agree that the staff of the New River Humane Society may assign any appropriate task to me. If I feel the task is not appropriate I agree to discuss this with the Volunteer Coordinator.

I agree that the New River Humane Society may photography my participation in this program, and hereby release any such photographs to the New River Humane Society for use in its programs, publications, and purposes.

I recognize and agree that I am to act responsibly while working with or while in the presence of Humane Society animals and staff. This includes but is not limited to striking or verbally abusing animals, staff members, customers, and other volunteers.