Animal care volunteers
We are looking for dog and cat lovers who would like to volunteer to provide some extra love and attention for animals at our Animal Care & Education Centre (ACE).
Council cares for hundreds of pets at ACE each year, and while we do everything we can make to make their stay the best possible, extra affection never goes astray.
Providing much-needed enrichment and socialisation for the lost and surrendered pets improves their overall wellbeing and helps us to rehome them.
We have two volunteer roles available.
Canine Companions, who help out by:
- Walking and exercising dogs at our facility
- Socialising with the dogs
- Basic training (sit, heel)
- Pats and playtime.
Cat Cuddlers, who help out by:
- Socialising with the cats
- Grooming
- Playing
- Providing treats and other forms of affection.
As well as the satisfaction and pleasure of working with animals, volunteers can gain valuable skills for use with their own pet or to further their career prospects. Interaction with animals is also proven to have physical and mental health benefits.
Available volunteer shifts
Volunteer shifts are two hours, from 9.00am to 11.00am on weekdays. There are no volunteer shifts on weekends!
Volunteers must be 18 years or over.
Submit your expression of interest
Last Updated: 20 August 2026
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