06/23/2026
In my decade long dog career I have volunteered for many rescues and shelters, advocating for those who don’t have a voice of their own, which has always been at the core of the Tired Tails. A year and a half ago when Anouk of Novy’s Ark introduced me to the shelter, I never knew what the volunteer opportunity would lead to, a lasting love of the shelter. The Avenal Animal Shelter holds an incredibly special place in my heart. I have personally fostered, pulled, networked, advocated, fundraised, volunteered and even adopted two dogs from there myself. I don’t say this lightly, I think they are some of the most amazing, deserving dogs in the whole world. I know times are tougher than ever but if anybody is interested in their Amazon Wishlist I wanted to share it. I also promised our good friend Judith at onestopgrooming (who so graciously donated her time and one stop products to groom dogs and Shelby Walker who got to also get a hose bath as Judith’s helper and even gave me her shoes that day.) that I would personally fundraise for a bathing tub for the shelter so her back can get a break and they can continue to come help bathe dogs! Just think, to some you feel it’s just a bath, but just think how you feel after you get your hair done!
We are also having another Sunday volunteer day which was a huge success last month, it will be this Sunday, June 28 from 8am-11am if you can join us. If neither donating our volunteering are in your realm right now, we would love for you to give our post to share and tell a friend. Love you all. ❤️
