Ways to Get Involved

Volunteer With ACTS
Volunteers are at the heart of ACTS. From raising puppies to supporting training and daily operations, volunteers play a vital role in preparing future service and facility dogs.

Puppy Raisers provide a safe, structured home and help build the foundation for each dog’s future work.

Additional volunteer opportunities may include event support, administrative help, and community outreach.

Two smiling women holding a golden retriever puppy outdoors.

Short Term
Puppy Raising

6 Month Commitment

Learn More about Short Term Puppy Raising
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Long Term
Puppy Raising

18 Month Commitment

Learn More about Long Term Puppy Raising
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College Puppy
Raising

Located at The University of Vermont

Learn More about Puppy Raising at the University of Vermont
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Auntie or Uncle

Assist with Puppies at Practice
and on Field Trips

Apply to be an Auntie or Uncle
At an outdoor booth for Assistance Canine Training Services (ACTS), three service dogs with harnesses sit on grass in front of a table and banners promoting the organization. The booth offers information, a raffle, and puppy raising opportunities, with plush toys on the table and a poster featuring a Labrador Retriever puppy.

General
Volunteer

Assist at Events and Fundraisers

Apply to be a General Volunteer
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Puppy Taxi and Canine Caretaker

Transport dogs or Foster Short Term

Apply to be a Puppy Taxi or Canine Caretaker