Ask Dr. LJ: kid volunteer opportunities with dogs
I've got a 9-year-old who'd really like to get some dog contact. I've also got a household that's far from ready to get another dog. I was thinking of volunteering with him at a (dog-housing) animal shelter, but so far the only ones I've found have a minimum volunteer age of 16. I'd *like* to be able to involve him, but apparently may need some help finding the right place. Or else I need some help thinking of ways he can get the dog contact he wants/needs, preferably without our getting a dog & without a huge time commitment (I'd been thinking of 1 weekend/month sort of thing).
Thoughts are welcome, as are pointers to people who might know something. Thanks.
Thoughts are welcome, as are pointers to people who might know something. Thanks.