Volunteer Orientation

Are you interested in becoming a Toledo's Pet Bull Project volunteer? Becoming a volunteer is simple! Just complete our online orientation and pet safety class. During orientation, you will learn about all of the programs Toledo's Pet Bull Project offers to the community. You can decide what programs interest you. Simply complete the short questionnaire/quiz after you have watched the videos. Our volunteer coordinator will then reach out to you with information about how to get started in the programs of your choice. We can't wait to have you become a member of our team!

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This Code of Conduct outlines the conduct required of any participant attending a Toledo's PETBull Project event and any individual representing Toledo’s PET Bull Project including board members, trainers, and volunteers.This code is provided for everyone's safety.Each person bound by this Code of Conduct will read, agree to, abide by and sign the Code when it is enacted.

As a volunteer for Toledo’s PET Bull Project you will be a direct reflection of our mission.
1.Treat everyone; trainers, volunteers and attendees with respect at all times.
2.Treat all dogs with respect; no mistreatment of any dog will be tolerated.
3.No swearing or obscene language.
4.No headphones, I pads, cell phones or other electronic device usage while attending events.
5.TPBP representatives will always maintain a professional demeanor and remain non-judgmental of others.
6.TPBP representatives should be neat and clean and wear a Toledo PET Bull Project t-shirt at events.
7.You are expected to follow through if you are asked to do something and agree to do it.
8.TPBP representatives reserve the right to dismiss any participant or dog that is acting in an unacceptable manner or disrupting any event/class.
9.While attending any event, you are to keep your dog with you and away from all other participants at all times.
I have read and understand the above Code and agree to abide by it. I realize that by participating in a dog related activity there may be inherent risks and by following the above Code I will be limiting those risks for me and dog.
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Steps to Complete

  • Complete the Volunteer Application
  • Watch Orientation Video
  • Complete Quiz on Orientation
  • Sign Documents
  • Watch Pet Safety Video
  • Complete Pet Safety Quiz
  • Complete Final Evaluation

Volunteer Orientation

Watch the orientation video, then take the quiz and sign the documents below.

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Orientation Quiz

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The PET in PET Bull Project is an acronym for?*
You must wear your purple volunteer shirt to all public/community events.*
There are three tracks we have created that help you organize all of the programs we offer. These include the Dog Track, Program Support Track, and?*
You should try several programs to see which ones align with your interests.*
When signing up for a program/job it is very important that you...*
When interacting with the public at our events it is most important to...*
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Forms/Waivers

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Toledo's PET Bull Projects Volunteer Orientation Forms and Waivers


WAIVER, RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT [Adult Volunteer]

The undersigned ____________________ (“Participant”) does hereby acknowledge that:


In consideration for honoring my participation with Toledo’s PET Bull Project, I, for myself, my executors, administrators, and assigns, do hereby release and forever discharge Toledo’s Pet Bull Project, Inc., its Board, trainers, administrators, members, employees, agents, students and volunteers who arranged, advised or supervised the scheduling or any other function of this activity from any claims, including claims of negligence, that I might have myself or could bring on my behalf with regard to damages, demands, or any actions whatsoever, including those based on negligence, in any manner arising out of my participation in this activity.


I understand that by signing this agreement I would ultimately bear the loss if I should successfully sue and recover damages from the Toledo’s Pet Bull Project, Inc and/or its board, trainers, administrators, members, employees, agents, students and/or volunteers.


I have read this entire agreement to release and indemnify Toledo’s Pet Bull Project, Inc and/or its board, trainers, administrators, members, employees, agents, students and volunteers, I fully understand it, and I agree to be legally bound by it.

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Pet Safety Video

Please watch this video on pet safety then take the quiz below.

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Pet Saftey Quiz

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When approaching an unfamiliar dog you should do this first.*
A dog with a wagging tail is always happy to see you.*
Displacement behaviors include(select all that apply)
When you first look at a dog while trying to read their body language, you should focus on this first.*
A dog with an open mouth, circular wagging tail, neutral ears, and soft eyes is probably safe to approach.*
When you first look at a dog while trying to read their body language, you should focus on this first.*
A dog with an open mouth, circular wagging tail, neutral ears, and soft eyes is probably safe to approach.*
We would say a dog that has overall low and stiff body posture, a tucked tail, ears pulled back, hackles up, and is avoiding eye contact is displaying behaviors most closely associated with*
When you invite an unfamiliar dog over to you by calling their name or patting your side and they do not approach you should do this next.*
When greeting an unfamiliar dog you should, talk in a high pitched excited tone of voice, be exciting and energetic, and pet rapidly/excitedly.*
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Final Evaluation

Volunteer Orientation Evaluation
We are interested in your opinion regarding the Volunteer Orientation Presentation. Your input will help us improve instruction and course content. Please take a few minutes to answer the following questions. We appreciate your time and feedback.
Overall, how satisfied were you with the presentation?
Did the instructor present material in a way that was easy to understand?
Do you feel the material used was effective?
Was the length of the presentation adequate?
Would you recommend the presentation to others?
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