Volunteer Activities at the Kennel (Medical Station) – First Semester, Academic Year 114

This activity focuses on scheduling at the medical station (dog shelter) and mid-term adoption, aiming to care for dogs on campus that are unwell or have behavioral issues. It promotes animal welfare on campus and facilitates the adoption of stray dogs, fostering harmony between humans and dogs. The medical station operates in two shifts each day, with groups of 3-5 people composed of leaders and members responsible for feeding, changing water, cleaning the environment, and walking the dogs, ensuring their mental health and behavioral stability. Regular activities also include flea treatments, bathing, cleaning, and vaccinations. Volunteers must undergo training, participate in orientation sessions, or consult printed materials, and must follow instructions on dog care to ensure campus safety and the quality of life for the dogs.

During the semester, the club promotes services for mid-term fostering and adoption of dogs. Facing an aging population of stray dogs and increased volunteer workloads during the semester, the club collaborates with the Wagging Tail Animal Protection Association to facilitate foster homes for elderly and sick dogs, thus enhancing their quality of life. Successful mid-term cares during this period included elderly dogs aged 12 to 14 years, such as Little White, Flower Roll, and Superman.

Approximately 80 volunteers participated in this semester's activities, including current students, international students, faculty and staff, alumni, and members of the community. Among them, 31 volunteers received certificates for consistent scheduling. Through this activity, not only is animal welfare and human-dog harmony promoted, but it also cultivates students' sense of responsibility, teamwork, life education, and social participation, aligning with the spirit of the SDGs in health and well-being, terrestrial ecosystems, education, and social responsibility.