Sol Dog Lodge Volunteer & Foster Opportunities

At Sol Dog Lodge, volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Whether you’re helping with administrative tasks, greeting clients, assisting with kennel work, training sessions, or fostering a dog in need, your time and care help us build a better community for dogs and the people who love them.

Join the Sol Dog Volunteer Pack

We’re so glad you’re thinking about joining our amazing volunteer community! Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do at Sol Dog Lodge. Whether it’s helping dogs feel safe and loved, supporting families, or assisting with events, your time and energy make a big difference.

Here’s how to get started:

Apply Online
Head to our volunteer sign-up page and click “Sign Up For This Organization” to create your account and fill out the Volunteer Application.
We Review & Reach Out
Our Volunteer Coordinator will review your application within 24–48 hours. You can always log in to make changes to your answers if needed.
Let’s Meet
If it looks like a good fit, you’ll get an email inviting you to schedule a time for an in-person interview and tour of our facility. It’s a great way for us to get to know each other!
Background Check
After the tour, we’ll send you a link to complete a background check. This is required for all volunteers before they begin working with us.
Get Ready to Roll
Once you’re approved and your background check is cleared, we’ll send you our onboarding materials—including training, our Volunteer Code of Conduct, a Liability Waiver, and a few other forms.
You’re In!
After your onboarding is complete, you can begin scheduling shifts and joining us around the lodge.

Please note: the full process usually takes 1–3 weeks depending on scheduling and paperwork.

If you have any questions or need help during the process, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator, Wesley Perry, at [email protected]. We’re excited to welcome you to the team!

Volunteer Roles at Sol Dog Lodge

There are many ways to lend a paw! Some of our core volunteer opportunities include:

Dog Care – Assist with daily routines such as feeding and enrichment

Training Assistance – Support our trainers with class prep and observation

Administrative Help – Lend a hand with data entry, office support, and more

Facility Support – Help us maintain a clean and welcoming environment

Event Support – Join us at community outreach and fundraising events

Additional training is required to handle dogs directly. Once approved, we’ll provide the guidance you need to get started safely.

If you have questions or aren’t sure where you’d fit in, contact Wesley—he’ll help match you with the right opportunity.

Foster a Dog

Fostering is one of the most meaningful ways you can support Sol Dog Lodge.

As a foster, you’ll provide a loving temporary home for a dog until a forever placement is found. We provide food, supplies, and medical care. You provide the space, patience, and love that helps a dog adjust, recover, and thrive.

Interested in fostering? Reach out to Wesley Perry at [email protected] for more information.

Our Impact

We’re proud of the work our volunteers and fosters make possible:

Over 6000 dogs served in the past year

Over 3000 pounds of food distributed to families in need through the Marana Food Bank

Hundreds of volunteer hours donated

Monthly events hosted and held in the community

Stay tuned—we’ll be adding more stats, stories, and photos soon to celebrate our community impact.

Thank you for considering joining the Sol Dog Lodge volunteer team. Whether you give an hour, a day, or a home—you’re making a difference.