VOLUNTEERS

The dates and times of our volunteer introduction sessions are here.

On Site Volunteers

Dog and Cat Rehabilitation

Wonderful experiences in helping the animals re-establish their confidence and trust in being around people and other animals.  This involves handling and petting the animals and greatly improves their opportunity for re-homing.

Rehabilitation Training

Some of our volunteers have recently become involved in the new Shelter training program.  Please click here for further information on this program.

Dog Walking

Dogs in the shelter need daily exercise so that they remain active and healthy.  Volunteers can elect to be part of a roster to walk dogs.

Veterinary Clinic

Volunteers may get involved in the veterinary aspect of the Animal Aid by assisting with general duties and animal handling etc. 

Reception

Assisting with telephone and general enquiries at the shelter, adoption centre of boarding facility.

Administration

Opportunities include office assistance, helping with mail-outs, folding brochures and assisting with developing the promotional pack for customers etc.

Animal Grooming

Volunteers provide the shelter animals with grooming so that they look and feel beautiful.

Animal Attendants

Volunteers can assist with the feeding and cleaning in the cattery, the kennels and the puppy facilities.

Conditions

All volunteers must be at least 16 years of age unless accompanied by an adult.  The volunteer needs to be healthy and fit enough to cope with the conditions of the position desired.  Information sessions are held regularly for new volunteers where Occupational Health & Safety and other operational issues are discussed.  You will have the opportunity to see the shelter which may help you decide the area you would like to be involved in. 

Once selected and welcomed as part of the team, you will be provided with on-going support, information and training with opportunities to become involved in different projects and activities. 

If you wish to help the shelter as an off-site volunteer, click here.

To read the stories of some of our volunteers, click here.

If you would like to help the shelter in any capacity please follow this link to the registration form.  volunteer registration form