Volunteer with The Underdog Division

Behind every rescue success story is a community of people who made it possible. Volunteers are the heart of The Underdog Division — compassionate, reliable individuals who give their time, energy, and skills to help dogs rebuild their confidence and find loving homes.

Whether it’s walking dogs, helping at events, transporting animals, or supporting administrative work, every contribution directly impacts the lives of dogs rescued.

Your involvement allows us to expand our reach and give more Underdogs the second chance they deserve.

When you join our volunteer team, you become part of a mission-driven community built on compassion, teamwork, and accountability. Volunteers assist with daily care and enrichment at our Poolesville facility, help transport dogs to veterinary appointments and training sessions, and represent The Underdog Division at community adoption events.

Others lend their skills behind the scenes — supporting outreach, photography, communications, or recordkeeping.

Whether you prefer hands-on animal care or strategic support roles, your unique talents will find purpose here.

We value our volunteers as partners in this mission and ensure you’re equipped for success.

Every volunteer receives orientation, safety training, and ongoing guidance from our leadership and trainer network.

We provide the tools, mentorship, and structure you need to make an impact confidently and safely.

You’ll never be left guessing — we operate as one unified team where communication and care come first.

Our program offers diverse ways to get involved, depending on your availability and interests.

Animal Care Volunteers assist with feeding, walking, and enrichment for dogs currently in our rescue or training programs.

Transport Volunteers help move dogs safely between Shelter, veterinary partners, and our facility.

Event Volunteers represent The Underdog Division at adoption events, fundraisers, and community outreach initiatives. For those with specialized skills,

Administrative and Marketing Volunteers support data entry, social media updates, donor communication, and graphic design projects.

Every task matters — and each hour you give pushes our mission forward.

Volunteering with The Underdog Division isn’t just about helping animals — it’s about becoming part of a movement.

You’ll work alongside passionate trainers, rescuers, and advocates who share your dedication to creating lasting change for dogs and their future families.

The relationships you build here — with both people and animals — are deeply rewarding.

Every moment spent walking a nervous dog, every conversation at an event, and every mile driven for a rescue transport adds up to something powerful: transformation through teamwork.

Joining the volunteer team is simple. Begin by completing our online volunteer application, where you’ll tell us about your skills, experience, and interests.

Our team will review your application and contact you to schedule a brief orientation.

Once onboard, you’ll receive communication about upcoming volunteer shifts, training sessions, and events that match your schedule and abilities.

We welcome both individuals and small groups who are ready to make a difference.