07/08/2026
We are often asked how our outreach program runs so efficiently by those who have seen it in action! First and foremost it is due to our dedicated team of volunteers. Their commitment to community pets goes above and beyond every time. Our volunteers not only dedicate a full weekend day a month, but they also go to partner sites throughout the month for follow-up booster vaccines, spay/neuter transports, and food delivery.
Another key to our outreach success is our use of MOUs with social service nonprofits. MOUs allow us to 1) build trusted relationships with leadership, staff, and residents 2) collaborate to ensure our services match the needs of the pets and pet parents and 3) efficiently structure the program so that our volunteer time is organized and our funding dollars are maximized.
Our outreach program requires clear team communication and a willingness to refine processes to accommodate a variety of situations. There is a genuine respect amongst the team and a mutual desire to ensure the boundaries of all team members are accommodated. The work is emotionally, mentally, and physically demanding, so it is vital that our team is supported before and after their visits.
We are deeply grateful to the full team: Dr. Shannon Tyler, Dr. Garrett Notte, Dr. Sarah Kwon, LVT Lindsay Krutsinger, LVT Hali Harlow, LVT Alicia Hoglan, LVT Tina Reed, LVT Julia Hapanowicz, Shawndra Michell, Arnold Baydid, Michele Beal-Erwin, Tina Kersh, Cat Westby, Kristaly Lopez, Debra Huntley, Randy Marquis, Lisa Nordberg, Venus Dergan, and Kiara Reyna Lopez.
