Posted date: September 6, 2026
Last Updated: September 6, 2026
Dog Care Support Coordinator
The Dog Care Support Coordinator works with other volunteers in the Seniors Program and with the Pawd Leader. This core program provides older adults with assistance with everyday tasks to help keep people and their dogs together. With the help of our volunteers, ElderDog provides a range of assistance and support, including:
Assisting seniors with dog walking
Delivering or picking up dog food from a grocery or pet store
Providing light tasks associated with animal hygiene
Grooming such as nail clipping or help with brushing
Transportation to and from vet or groomer
Temporary foster care during hospitalization
Keeping love in the home is generally best for dogs and their older human companions. Ultimately, they both benefit from stability and companionship. This program is critical in bridging the gaps that older adults face in caring for and keeping their dogs.
Our goal is to enable those living at home and facing challenges with dog care to continue benefiting from their relationship with their canine companions.
For more information or to express interest in coordinating this very rewarding and
important service for seniors and their dogs, contact info@elderdog.ca.
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Opportunity Start Date:
September 14, 2026
Opportunity End Date:
September 20, 2027
Typical Session Frequency
This Opportunity typically takes place Weekly.
Typical Session Duration
Each session typically takes 2-4 hours.
Total Opportunity Duration
The expected total duration is 6-12 Months.
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Application Process
Please go to https://elderdog.ca/volunteer-roles/ to apply. After applying, you will be contacted by a member of our team discuss the role.
Point of Contact
Ardra Cole
Executive Director
Application Requirements
- Separate Application Form
Other Required Documents
- Vulnerable Sector Check
Specific Tasks / Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
– following all Dog Care Support Program guidelines and procedures
– responding to inquiries for assistance including those that are urgent and require
prompt response;
– coordinating initial visits with seniors to determine services required and complete
Assistance Agreement;
– overseeing senior support volunteers including ensuring photo IDs have been
issued and providing orientation to Program;
– scheduling senior support services;
– keeping records of Program activities;
– submitting required paperwork to National Office;
– participating in bi-monthly teleconferences with other coordinators;
– communicating with Pawd Leader, members, and National Office on an ongoing
basis;
– mediating conflicts or issues;
– strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
– knowledge of or willingness to learn Google Docs and Gmail.
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Specific Tasks / Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
– following all Dog Care Support Program guidelines and procedures
– responding to inquiries for assistance including those that are urgent and require
prompt response;
– coordinating initial visits with seniors to determine services required and complete
Assistance Agreement;
– overseeing senior support volunteers including ensuring photo IDs have been
issued and providing orientation to Program;
– scheduling senior support services;
– keeping records of Program activities;
– submitting required paperwork to National Office;
– participating in bi-monthly teleconferences with other coordinators;
– communicating with Pawd Leader, members, and National Office on an ongoing
basis;
– mediating conflicts or issues;
– strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
– knowledge of or willingness to learn Google Docs and Gmail.
