Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are crucial to the success of Guide Dogs of Texas. You can serve in essential positions throughout our operations, both on campus and off. Become a volunteer today and help us empower people who are blind or visually impaired. To get started, visit our volunteer page and click “Sign Up for This Organization” to register as a general volunteer. Our team will review your application and contact you once you have been approved. After approval, you’ll be able to view and sign up for specific volunteer opportunities that match your interests.
Raise a Future Guide Dog!
Do you love dogs? Are you ready to make a real difference? If you said "yes" to both these questions, raising a future guide dog may be the right fit for you.
Puppy Raisers are the backbone of our guide dog program and we could not be successful without their support. Through daily care and training, puppy raisers build the foundation our puppies need to become a trusted guide dog for someone who is blind.
You don't need any previous experience raising a puppy to become a puppy raiser. Raising a puppy is the adventure of a lifetime, and every adventure comes with challenges and rewards. Don't worry, we are here to help you every step of the way! Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers are committed to supporting you and your puppy through the entire raising process.
All expenses associated with raising a future guide dog puppy are covered including. food, supplies, and vet care. So, what do you say, are you ready to start your next adventure with Guide Dogs of Texas?
Socialize Our Puppies!
Help our youngest puppies build the confidence and skills they need for their journey toward becoming guide dogs!
Puppy Socialization volunteers spend time with our puppies during their important early stages of development. Through positive interactions, play, handling, and exposure to new experiences, volunteers help puppies become comfortable with the people, environments, sights, sounds, and everyday situations they may encounter as they grow.
This is a great way to get involved with our puppies without taking on the full-time commitment of raising a future guide dog. Our team will provide guidance so you know how to interact with and support each puppy appropriately.
By giving your time, you’ll play an important role in helping our puppies develop into confident, well-rounded dogs as they take their first steps toward a future of changing lives.
Babysit a Future Guide Dog!
Guide Dogs of Texas is in need of volunteer dog and puppy boarders who are interested in spending time with our incredible pups!
Whether it's a Puppy Raiser taking a vacation or an Advanced Training dog who needs a home for the weekend, you can support our mission by opening your home and heart!
The ages of dogs typically in need of temporary care range from 9 weeks to 24 months. The time commitment for this volunteer opportunity will vary depending on the specific need of the dog. All supplies needed for sitting a Guide Dogs of Texas dog or puppy will be provided.
Ready to get started? Join Guide Dogs of Texas on our volunteer platform and be sure to indicate your interest in becoming a boarder!