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Adult Dog Foster ProgramJune 4, 2019Actively recruiting Foster Parents! Ever walk by a kennel and wonder, “Is there really a dog in there? Is it hiding under its bed?” The VBAS… |
Ralphs Rewards Donation ProgramJune 1, 2019Ralphs rewards is a free donation program. When you shop at Ralphs and use your rewards card, Ralphs will donate a percentage of your purchases… |
Featured Volunteer – Kelly RodriguezOctober 13, 2015Kelly is a returning volunteer, having come back to the VBAS at the end of last year. Since returning, she has been a whirlwind of… |
FEATURED VOLUNTEER: ANGELA GLANZERApril 24, 2015Angela is one of our super-dedicated bunny volunteers. She knows everything there is to know about our little fluffy friends – and is happy to… |
Volunteer Spotlight: Jennifer HeeberOctober 23, 2014Jennifer is an all-around wonderful volunteer. She has been an integral part of the KFP team for a long time, helping with adoption fairs… |
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: BIANCA BAHENAAugust 14, 2014Bianca uses her skill and talent to take beautiful pictures of the cats at the Shelter. She comes in and works by herself, not only… |
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: ED CANAVANJuly 31, 2014Our Volunteer of the Month for June is Ed Canavan! Ed is one of our dedicated dog volunteers and also has excelled at providing wrangling… |
Volunteer Spotlight: Andy MesecherApril 16, 2014Andy is an indispensable part of our social media team. He works tirelessly to post photos and stories that will help get the word out… |
January Volunteer of the Month: Paulina LoganJanuary 20, 2014Our Volunteer of the Month for January is Paulina Logan! Paulina is one of the members of our wonderful Photo Team, helping to wrangle the… |
November Volunteer of the Month: Dawn AllenDecember 12, 2013Although Dawn has only been a volunteer with us for a relatively short time, she has certainly become an indispensable part of the VBAS! |
October Volunteer of the Month: Eric ReyesDecember 2, 2013Erik is the epitome of a good volunteer! Always cheerful, helpful and kind, Erik has been instrumental in the buddy training program. When not washing,… |
SEPTEMBER VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH: DEBBIE PETERSONOctober 30, 2013Debbie is a long-term volunteer with the VBAS who has been actively involved in every aspect of the organization. Whether she’s training new volunteers, working… |
June Volunteer of the Month: Jacie BrainJuly 2, 2013Although Jacie Brain has been with the VBAS for less than a year, she has certainly made her mark! When not cuddling and socializing a… |
APRIL VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH: CHRISTINE HOFFMANApril 23, 2013Christine Hoffman has been the KFP recruiter for several years, and can often be seen managing kitten foster adoption fairs and helping out at the… |
MARCH VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH: IRENE OROZCOApril 1, 2013Irene Orozco is an absolute angel. Nicknamed “Mama Irene” by the staff, she has been a volunteer with the VBAS for many years. She comes… |
January Volunteer of the Month: Your VBAS Photo Team!February 11, 2013The VBAS Photo Team This team meets weekly on Thursday’s to photograph the animals that are available or are becoming available for adoption. When days… |
December Volunteer of the Month: Your VBAS Team!December 21, 2012As we close out 2012, we wanted to take the opportunity to thank each and every member of the VBAS. You’re all our December Volunteers… |
Volunteer of the Month: NovemberNovember 21, 2012Picture this: a long-time volunteer tirelessly dedicated to making sure the community knows about the shelter and the animals that are cared for here. But… |
VOLUNTEERS OF THE MONTH: CONSTANTINO COSTA AND CAROLYN MALDENOctober 16, 2012Back to School, Football, Labor Day … all these great things happen during the Fall months, but for VBAS one of the most important things… |
Volunteer of the Month: Amy ReynoldsAugust 17, 2012Though many people call this time of year the dog days of summer, for us at the Burbank Animal Shelter that just means a time… |
July Volunteer of the Month: Scott HewittJuly 31, 2012This month’s Volunteer of the Month, Scott Hewitt, is someone who has a true feline fancy. He doesn’t just see that the basic needs of… |
June Volunteer of the Month: Pat McCauleyJune 14, 2012The saying goes if you want a job done well, give it to a busy person and that sentiment certainly applies to the Volunteer of… |
April Volunteer of the Month: Tara CauslandApril 24, 2012April represents spring, sunshine, and the Easter Bunny! What a perfect time to honor a volunteer who is the epitome of such positive things. Tara… |
March Volunteer of the Month: Jonathan MendozaMarch 26, 2012Our volunteer of the month for March is Jonathan Mendoza. As a Level One dog trainer, Jon familiarizes new volunteers with the policies and procedures… |
February Volunteer Of The MonthFebruary 14, 2012Though only a VBAS volunteer for less than a year, Tiffany is already a fixture here at the shelter. |
January Volunteer of the MonthJanuary 16, 2012At the beginning of every new year, we all stop to reflect on where we’ve been and where we’re going. It’s a time for reflection… |
December Volunteer Of The MonthDecember 14, 2011I have a special holiday recipe I want to share with you all. Take 2 gallons of committment, stir in a healthy dose of compassion,… |
November Volunteers of the MonthNovember 12, 2011Volunteers Take a Hike! On the first and third Sundays of every month a group of dedicated VBASers head to Stough Canyon in Burbank for… |
September Volunteer of the MonthSeptember 19, 2011A Dream Come True! I am proud to announce that our volunteer for the month of September is Chris DeZorzi. Chris began his volunteer service… |
August Volunteer of the MonthAugust 19, 2011Of all the fun one could be having in August—a popular vacation month that conjures images of boogie-boarding, picnics… |
July Volunteer of the MonthJuly 18, 2011Why is Lindsay Neumann such a “treat” to have as a volunteer of the VBAS? Combine two parts cheer, one part fun, add a dash… |
June Volunteer of the MonthJune 15, 2011Michelle Leonard shines on and off camera. She makes sure all runs smoothly with the taping of the Adopt A Pet Show each week, and… |
May Volunteer of the MonthMay 20, 2011May is the month to remember the efforts of Mothers—to take time to honor these brave women for all that they have given their children…. |
April is National Volunteer MonthApril 18, 2011For the month of April the VBAS wants to acknowledge the amazing work of all the volunteers who helped support the Burbank community. In April… |
March Volunteer of the MonthMarch 16, 20112011 March, Tiffany Victor What can Tiffany Victor do? Everything! As a volunteer, Tiffany spends hours working behalf of the VBAS. She has made ADOPT… |
February Volunteer of the MonthFebruary 15, 2011‘Going the Distance’ is a boxing expression referring to boxing matches where an opponent tries to win by points rather than… |
January Volunteer of the MonthJanuary 9, 2011It’s been said that those who can, do. Those who can’t, teach. The contributions Kjerstin Williams has made to the VBAS challenge this… |