P.A.W: Pound Advocacy Wardens

The quickly growing popularity of pup play and the rapidly expanding numbers of pups and pets in the community is amazing, however, sometimes it can be a little challenging for those who are new to it all. Whom can we trust? Where can I go? I don't know if I can do this alone? These are common questions and it is natural to have some anxiety about any social interaction being new in the community. 

The administrators of The Hound Pound understand. We have been there but also understand that the best people to help are those that have lived it themselves. From being a new pup to going out for the first time in gear, their stories, their input, and their experiences really can help answer the questions so many of us ask. Nobody should trust a nameless, faceless person and we believe that there is value in true-life stories and respect in how people behave and portray themselves in the community. 

Our Pound Advocacy Wardens (PAWs) are here for you. They have, through their actions, proven to lend a helping hand to pups in need, offered a listening ear, or even stood at someone's side, what's more, is they have a positive attitude and have FUN. As many of us not only struggle to enter Pup Head Space, we also struggle to remain there. Having fun, enjoying the headspace, and allowing you to be you is key and we are proud to announce this program and our team!

Our PAWs have developed, over time, a relationship and friendship with many of us in the community. They are active and participate in the events, lend a helping hand, and quite literally go out of their way. Relationships are based on trust, take time to develop, and are a continuous and ongoing effort, our PAWS reflect this.

Warden: a person responsible for the supervision of a particular place/ thing or for ensuring that regulations associated with it are obeyed.

Advocate: a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy.

We expect that a PAW is approachable and understanding. We do not expect them to sacrifice their fun or Pup Head Space but to encourage others to enter it through education, understanding, and confidence. A PAW is a person you can reach out to with questions or concerns including if you have a concern but do not wish to involve the administrators of The Hound Pound.

A PAW is a person you can go to if you have a concern in the community. Is something bothering you? Are you being harassed or trolled? Have you been redirected to a site that makes you uncomfortable? Do you have questions if the person that is chatting with you is or has the experience they say? A PAW is a person at an event you can go up to and seek comradery with. If you are shy, if it is your first time, or if that anxiety is creeping in grab a PAW or an Administrator! We encourage you to reach out to your PAWS through Telegram or in person, whenever you are in need!

We thank each of our PAWS for accepting this responsibility, for being a positive influence, for being a source of fun and friendship. 

P.A.W.s are appointed for one year terms. if you feel you reflect the dedication, growth, and dependability we are looking for, please reach out and apply!