Volunteering
Volunteers are the lifeblood of Animal Aid. Without this wonderful support we simply would not achieve what we do each and every day. Animal Aid is privileged to have over 500 dedicated volunteers lending a hand within all areas of our organisation.
These volunteers gift thousands of hours of their time every year to support animals in need. Volunteering with Animal Aid is a great way to meet new people who are committed to giving homeless pets a second chance.
Select your preferred location below to find out about available opportunities.
We need volunteers in every department of Animal Aid. Our volunteers allow us to give every animal the time they need to heal.
- Kennels
- Cattery
- Boarding
- Grooming Salon
- Vet Clinic
- Administration, Events & Fundraising
- Opportunity Shops
- Grounds and Maintenance
- Drivers for pick-up and delivery runs
- Foster carers
Volunteer Requirements
We need volunteers who are enthusiastic, have a passion for animal welfare. To become a volunteer with Victorian Animal Aid, we ask that you:
- Are 18 years or older
- Are physically fit and able to undertake the role you apply for.
- Can work independently, without supervision
- Can make quick and rational decisions.
- Agree to follow all staff instructions.
- Apply on behalf of yourself, not another person.
- Are enthusiastic and have a passion for animal welfare
- Understand that a lot of what we do is cleaning
- Help out during a 4 or 8 hour shift once a week and be reliable, our animals are counting on you!
- 6 -12 month commitment is appreciated
Youth Volunteering only available at Coldstream
- We offer Youth Volunteering and require you to be 13 to 17 years of age, a parent or guardian over the age of 18 must accompany you, work alongside, and supervise you. Animal Aid is a non for profit organisation and do not have the staff resources to adequately supervise and keep youth safe. Youth must be mature in the shelter environment, calm and follow instructions from staff and parents to prevent injury.
- We do not offer volunteering for youth under the age of 13
