Policies & Procedures

PART Volunteer Resources

Conduct Code

All volunteers for PART are subject to a background check.

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Sexual Harassment Policy

Sexual harassment will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

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Equipment Lending Policy

PART emergency response equipment may only be borrowed with executive approval.

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Equipment Maintenance Policy

PART volunteers must properly maintain all equipment purchased with PART funds.

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Veterinary Care Policy

In cases of emergency, animal care decisions are to be made by a licensed veterinarian or the animal owner, only.

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Policy for Service Animals

To assist owners of service animals, should they be hospitalized.

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Foster Care Policy

For the temporary care of domestic animals by PART volunteers.

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Animal Surrender Policy

For the voluntary surrender of healthy animals being sheltered by PART during disasters.

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October 3rd, 2024 in Cambria County: Horse down in thick mud in it's pasture, unable to get out on it's ownSeptember 28th, 2024 in Somerset County: CART was requested for assistance with an injured cat was trapped at the Laurel Hill Campground. September 8th, 2024 in Somerset County: Horse reported loose along a road and destroying crops. CART requested to assist.September 27th, 2024 in Allegheny County: Apartment fire involving 1 kitten needed pet supplies delivered to owner staying with friends.September 22nd, 2024 in Fayette County: House fire involving 3 cats needed pet supplies delivered to owner staying with family.September 26th, 2024 in Westmoreland County: House fire involving 17 cats, 1 dog, and 5 guinea pigs needed pet supplies delivered to scene for family & fosters.September 22nd, 2024 in Fayette County: 1 sm dog involved in apartment fire was supplied a Pet Care Kit to owner.September 24th, 2024 in Westmoreland County: 1 dog involved in a car accident needed temp foster due to owner going to hospital until family could pick up.September 24th, 2024 in Cambria County: Assisted with a senior dog rescue from a drainage pipe. Dog has been missing for 4 days. September 19th, 2024 in Allegheny County: 1 sm dog & 2 cats and family displaced by house fire needed Pet Care Kit delivered to hotel.