El Paso, TX (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 A spotted, 8-week-old cattle dog mix named Java is up for adoption at the El Paso Humane Society, and staff members say he\u2019s the kind of puppy who \u201cjust wants to be friends with everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n
Java was featured during a segment highlighting adoptable pets and ways the public can support the shelter. A representative from the El Paso Humane Society said Java is \u201csuper, super sweet,\u201d adding that \u201chis little tail is just going.\u201d<\/p>\n
The representative said cattle dog mixes are typically medium-sized dogs. \u201cI actually have one personally,\u201d the representative said, describing the dog as \u201c45\u201d pounds and noting that even that dog is \u201con the taller side.\u201d<\/p>\n
The El Paso Humane Society is also encouraging people to consider volunteering. The shelter said the first step is to visit its website, \u201cEl Paso dot org,\u201d where people can find the full setup and steps to get started.<\/p>\n
\u201cPretty much everyone is eligible,\u201d the representative said. Kids \u201cover 13 years and up are also eligible with a parent,\u201d the shelter said. People \u201c16 years old and older can just come in,\u201d get an orientation, and then \u201ckind of just make your own schedule.\u201d<\/p>\n
Volunteer opportunities vary based on comfort level and interest, the representative said. Those who aren\u2019t comfortable working directly with animals can help in areas such as the laundry room or with the medical team. Others can help with daily animal care tasks such as \u201cbeds and walks.\u201d<\/p>\n
The shelter also works with students who need to complete volunteer-hour requirements. \u201cWe get in a lot of high schoolers, too. That\u2019s most of our volunteers,\u201d the representative said.<\/p>\n
In addition to volunteering, the representative said fostering is another way people often support the shelter.<\/p>\n
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