Irene

1. Dog handling and communication: Volunteering with rescue dogs helped me develop skills in handling and communicating with different types of dogs, including understanding their body language and signals. 2. Patience and compassion: Working with rescue dogs often requires patience and compassion, as many of them have experienced trauma or neglect. I learned to approach each dog with empathy and understanding, helping them feel safe and secure. 3. Training and behaviour modification: I gained experience in training and behaviour modification techniques while working with rescue dogs, helping them learn basic commands, and overcome any behavioural issues they may have. 4. Adaptability and problem-solving: Every dog is unique, and each may have different needs or challenges. Volunteering with rescue dogs taught me to be adaptable and flexible, finding creative solutions to address any issues that may arise. 5. Empathy and understanding: Volunteering with rescue dogs helped me cultivate empathy and understanding for animals in need. I learned to advocate for their well-being and provide them with the love and support they deserve.