Hello, Lucky Dog friends and Lakeside community!
In our beloved corner of Mexico—where many of us have found a second home—a very special calling is ringing out: Lucky Dog Shelter and Adoption Center needs passionate, committed volunteers.
Why We Need You
Love and companionship for our dogs: Many of our four-legged residents are just waiting for someone to walk them, scratch their ears, or share a kind word.
A renewed sense of purpose: Spending time with these animals reconnects us to the simple joys of life and reminds us how powerful unconditional love can be.
Strengthening community ties: Together, we can create a welcoming space to swap stories, share laughter, and enjoy the fresh air.
Who We’re Looking For
Open hearts and willing spirits: No prior experience required—just a desire to learn and to give your best.
Flexible availability: You can join us for a couple of hours a week or come every day—every minute makes a difference.
Respect and sensitivity: Our shelter is a safe, inclusive space where everyone—humans and pups alike—deserves kindness and respect.
What You’ll Gain
Daily joy: Wiggly tails, perky ears, and grateful eyes are waiting.
New friendships: Connect with fellow volunteers from near and far.
Emotional well-being: It’s proven that time spent with animals reduces stress and fills the heart with happiness.
Your experience, your company, and your smile are exactly what these dogs need! Come share your time and warmth—together we’ll make Lucky Dog Shelter and Adoption Center an even more loving home.
VOLUNTEER
Lucky Dog has many different opportunities for you to get involved with, to match all manner of interests and skill sets.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteering with us is one of the best ways you can support our work for rescue dogs and help us get even more pooches back on their paws!
Give your time today and help us care for dogs when they need us most.
OPPORTUNITIES
*Fundraising
*Dog Walker
*Dog Socializer
*Foster (short or longer term)
*Medical
*Maintenance
YOU'LL HAVE FUN
For the majority of our volunteering roles, the main requirement is a positive attitude and a love of dogs (even if it’s at a distance)!
Join our team and make new friends…canine or otherwise!
Put 10,000 steps on your step tracker and lower that blood pressure by socializing a pup. Share your love with dogs that will cherish it!
SHIFT VOLUNTEERS
Shift Volunteers help keep both human and dog areas of the shelter clean. They wash towels and blankets and make sure sufficient cleaning and disinfectant supplies are on hand. Volunteers deal with the public when they come in, welcoming them to the shelter, and adopting out the perfect dog to the perfect person. They teach dogs to use good manners such as “sit” and “stay”.
Volunteers communicate with the vets, keeping the vets apprised of health issues, and following through on veterinary advice and prescriptions. Of course with any job comes paperwork. Volunteers keep meticulous records on all of the dogs, and communicate with other volunteers via a daily email that keeps all informed of what goes on each day.
September 21, 2026
Volunteer Party
The Lucky Dog volunteer party was a fantastic day filled with laughter, sunshine, and good company! 🌞 Everyone enjoyed delicious hotdogs, juicy hamburgers, and refreshing margaritas (plus other tasty libations!). 🍔🌭🍹 The paper airplane contest brought out everyone’s playful side, and much fun was had by all. Huge thanks to Kevin and everyone who helped make it such a wonderful day — perfect weather, great food, and even better friends! 🐾❤️
