Fried’s Cat Shelter
Volunteer Agreement
In signing this agreement, I understand and agree to the following: 

 

I have received an orientation to understand the Volunteer Policies and Guidelines fully. 
I will treat all animals, people, and property I come in contact with at Fried’s Cat Shelter with respect. I will always refrain from using profanity and conduct myself with courtesy. 
I will come appropriately dressed and wearing clothing appropriate for my volunteer position. 
I will wear protective clothing/gear as directed by Fried’s Cat Shelter
If I feel that a communication problem exists between paid staff and me, I will report such problem to the 
Director as soon as possible. 
I understand that as a volunteer, I may gain access to confidential information about Fried’s Cat Shelter, its customers, or its staff. I agree to maintain confidentiality and refuse to disclose any information that is not public. 
Volunteering at the Fried’s Cat Shelter is at will. Active volunteer status at Fried’s Cat Shelter may be terminated for any reason, with or without cause or notice, at any time by either party - volunteer or Fried’s Cat Shelter staff. 

Fried’s Cat Shelter
Volunteer Waiver, Release, and 
Indemnification Agreement

This agreement is entered into with Fried’s Cat Shelter, joined by the undersigned, to permit the 
undersigned to volunteer at Fried’s Cat Shelter. This agreement is for the benefit of Fried’s Cat Shelter and each of its staff members, employees, officers, directors, agents, and representatives (known individually as "Indemnity" and collectively as "Indemnities"). 
Volunteers have been advised that the activity of working with the shelter animals is hazardous and 
involves contact with unpredictable animals. As such, Fried’s Cat Shelter cannot be held liable for 
injuries or accidents that may result from working with the animals. Volunteers understand that 
the following are some, but not all, of the risks associated with working with shelter animals: 
•	Bites or scratches from dogs or cats 
•	Slips/trips/falls resulting from wet floors/kennels or equipment 
•	Hitting heads on objects such as cage doors/kennel walls, etc. 
•	Water or cleaners sprayed in eyes 
•	Injuries resulting from cage doors, equipment, etc. 
•	Flea, tick bites, or ringworm infestation 
•	Internal or external parasites 
•	Zoonotic illnesses (human illnesses contracted from animals) 
•	Animal illness exposure to animals at home 
•	Injuries related to lifting animals, food, litter, or equipment 
•	Injuries caused by grooming equipment such as clipper blades, scissors, etc. 
•	Exposure to cleaners, latex gloves, bleach, parasite control products 
•	Exposure to or incidents relating to the public (outbursts, inappropriate contact) 
•	Exposure to or incident relating to volunteers (outbursts, inappropriate contact) 
•	Loss of personal property 
•	Any damage to the vehicle while parked on Fried’s Cat Shelter grounds 
•	Damage to clothing from animals, cages, chemicals, etc. 
Volunteers know that injuries, loss of or damage to personal property, and death may occur due to the Volunteer's participation at the shelter. Volunteers agree that Fried’s Cat Shelter and indemnities shall not be held responsible or liable for any personal injury or other injury, including death; damage, loss, or expense to Volunteer or his/her property, whether or not such injury, death, damage, loss or expense is caused by negligence of Fried’s Cat Shelter, any indemnity, or a third party. 
Volunteers and their heirs, executors, and administrators agree to hold harmless each Indemnity against any and all manner of legal actions, such as suits, debts, claims, or liability of any kind incurred while the Volunteer participates at the shelter. 

Volunteers fully, completely, and unconditionally waive and release each Indemnity from all rights, 
liabilities, duties, claims, charges, demands, actions, damages, costs, attorneys’ fees, or expenses of any kind that Volunteers may have now or in the future against Fried’s Cat Shelter or any Indemnity relating to participation at the shelter.
Volunteers represent and warrant that he/she is physically and mentally fit to work safely with animals and the public at the shelter. Should an accident or other medical emergency occur while participating at the shelter or while the Volunteer is enroute to or from Fried’s Cat Shelter sponsored events and Fried’s Cat Shelter staff are unable to reach emergency contacts promptly for medical authorizations, the Volunteer hereby gives consent for Fried’s Cat Shelter staff to authorize medical treatment. 
The volunteer agrees to be solely responsible for any and all billings and debts incurred regarding such medical treatment or services. 
Volunteers represent and warrant that each has the authority to enter this agreement. 
If any provision of this Agreement is found unenforceable in any way, it shall be enforced to the maximum extent possible, and all other provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. 

Volunteer Name:_________________________________________________________________
(please print full name) 
	Contact Number (day): ____________________________(eve)____________________________
	
	Volunteer Signature: ___________________________________Date: ______________________

A parent signature is required if the volunteer is under 18: 

Parent Name:____________________________________________________________________
(please print full name) 
	Parent Signature: ___________________________________	Date: ________
	Emergency Contact Name: _________________________________________________________
	Emergency Contact Numbers: ______________________________________________________

State of Indiana
County of La Porte

Execution of this Volunteer Agreement/Waiver was acknowledged before me on

________________________ by ______________________________________.

______________________________
Cynthia J Taylor
Notary Public
My commission expires: March 12, 2032