Volunteer With SNVC & SNIP
Volunteers are a vital part of the Spay Neuter Veterinary Clinic of the Sandhills (SNVC) and the Spay Neuter Initiative Program (SNIP). Whether you love animals, enjoy helping people, or want to support local communities, we welcome you to join us in making a meaningful impact. No previous veterinary experience is required—just a willingness to help and a commitment to learning.
Why Volunteer With Us?
Our volunteers support our nonprofit mission by helping pets, families, and communities across the Sandhills region. As a volunteer, you can:
- Support affordable spay/neuter services
- Assist with animal care and recovery
- Help pet owners during check-in and discharge
- Contribute to important clinic operations
- Gain hands-on experience in a veterinary environment
- Connect with like-minded animal advocates
We currently offer volunteer opportunities at our Fayetteville (Bragg Blvd) clinic, Lumberton clinic, mobile surgery shuttle (travels to Lillington, Pittsboro, and other NC locations), and vaccination clinics across the region.
Already A Volunteer With Us?
If you’re already registered as a volunteer, click here to access the scheduling program and view upcoming volunteer shifts.
How to Get Started
Becoming a volunteer is easy!
Just follow these steps:
- Register to Volunteer
https://www.volgistics.com/appform/528992162 - Access the VicNet Volunteer Portal
After you register, you will receive instructions to log into VicNet—our volunteer scheduling and communication system. - Set Up Your VicNet Account
- Visit the VicNet website or download the mobile app
- Click “Password Reset”
- Check your email to create your password
- Log in, update your information, and explore the volunteer schedule
- Attend a Volunteer Training Session
You can find upcoming training opportunities directly in the VicNet portal under Schedule by looking for shifts labeled Volunteer Training. Training sessions take place at our main Fayetteville location. If you cannot attend a training session before your first shift, please email us—we can provide training when you arrive for your first volunteer day.
👉 Have questions? Email us anytime at volunteer@spayneutervet.org
Volunteer Expectations
To remain active in our program, we ask volunteers to:
- Commit to at least one 3‑hour shift per month
- Sign up for shifts through the VicNet portal
- Notify us as soon as possible if you must cancel a shift
- Follow clinic guidelines and safety instructions
- Attend a volunteer training session if available
Volunteer Roles
We offer a wide range of volunteer opportunities to fit your interests, comfort level, and experience. Below are our primary volunteer areas and you can CLICK HERE for more detailed information on the roles:
🐾 Patient Care (Training required; not available for first-time volunteers)
- Monitoring pets during post-surgery recovery
- Resetting cages and preparing recovery spaces
- Assisting with surgery prep tasks such as shaving or vaccine preparation
Clinic Support
- Restocking supplies
- Preparing e-collars and syringes
- Organizing towels and linens
- Cleaning small equipment and workstations
Facility Care & Operations
- Laundry (washing, folding, sorting)
- Cleaning and preparing cages
- Maintaining rice socks and other tools
- Washing endotracheal tubes
- Helping with instrument cleaning and pack assembly
Clinic Admin & Data Support
- Preparing check-in packets
- Printing and filing charts
- Scanning and organizing documents
- Entering data for grants, programs, and patient records
- Preparing owner information packets
Client Care & Communications
- Assisting pet owners during check-in and discharge
- Managing lobby flow
- Answering simple questions and guiding clients
- Sending reminder texts
- Assisting with voicemails and calls
- Supporting event check-ins and outreach activities
Age Requirements
To ensure safety for volunteers and animals:
- Volunteers must be 16 years or older
- Volunteers 16–17 years old must have a parent/guardian complete their application and accompany them during their first visit or training
- Volunteers under 18 may not perform medical tasks or handle patients directly
Ready to Join Us?
We are thrilled to expand our volunteer community and would love to have you as part of our team. Your time, compassion, and effort help us serve thousands of pets and families each year.
Registration link https://www.volgistics.com/appform/528992162
In the meantime, feel free to reach out to us at volunteer@spayneutervet.org with any questions.