There are many ways to be an active volunteer member in your community. Scottsdale BARK uses www.volunteermatch.org as a search engine for volunteer opportunities, so a simple look-up of volunteer activites with pets, or how to volunteer with your dog -- will undoubtedbly yield some quality hits. It's important to stay in touch with your community, so what better way to do so than with your best friend.

Currently, Scottsdale BARK volunteers as a pet-therapy certified team through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and Hospice of The Valley. Volunteering is not only a self-soothing experience, you're truly making a big difference in the lives of thousands of people and their families. One volunteer effort will make you and your dog want to go back for more. And remember, it's not just about you and your volunteer work -- it's also about exposing your wonderful dog to these efforts, and they'll absolutely love the work!