Found 298 Working with Animals volunteering opportunities in Australia

Guide and Assistance Dogs change lives. It is the independence and freedom offered by these dogs to our clients that keeps us going. Our Puppy Raisers look after an 8 to 10 week old puppy, in their home, for a period of either 6 or 12mnths This requires a degree of physical fitness, which includes being able to negotiate steps, walk 3-5km per day and frequent bending and lifting (up to 10kg). Puppy Raisers expose our puppies to different environments including public transport, shopping centres

POOPS (Pets of Older Persons) is looking for a Deputy Area Coordinator for the Coastal South region covering the cities of Kwinana, Rockingham and Mandurah. This is a mainly remote position so a laptop/PC and mobile phone are required. Additionally the role requires meeting new volunteers and clients face to face on a regular basis.

Do you have some space in your life to join our volunteer community? We are on the look out for people to join us. From playing scrabble, sharing your muscical talents, having a coffee or bringing your furry friend in - there are a variety of ways you can volunteer with us.

If you have a caring nature, relate well to older people and love dogs then Pets of Older Persons (POOPS) require volunteers to meet with new clients and provide a welcoming onboarding experience. The role includes meeting clients at their home, assessing the pet on a short walk and updating the Lead Welcome Officer. Own PC/laptop and phone required.

Do you like animals? Do you enjoy walking? Pets of Older Persons (POOPS) require volunteers to walk dogs on a regular basis. Volunteers must be willing to commit to weekly dog walk visits for a minimum of 3 months. You will be matched with a clienty as close to home as possible and with a breed and type of dog that you feel comfortable with.

The Coordinator will recruit, train, support, manage and give recognition to volunteers within the region. The position will ensure that Story Dogs remains an active and relevant organisation by raising awareness of the Story Dogs brand and services. This is a non paid, volunteer role. This role requires you to have a suitable dog.

Riding for the Disabled Association SA Inc is a voluntary, not for profit, organisation providing horse riding and related activities as sport, active recreation and basic therapy for people with disabilities. Through horse riding at RDA SA, people of all ages can enjoy a safe, stimulating, healthy activity. Volunteers with RDA SA make a difference in their communities, working to support people with disabilities - outside and with horses!

Angel-Paws Inc is a NFP Townsville based animal rescue who prioritise saving animals with limited options and give them a second chance at life. We have a talented group of people behind the wings, teaching the animals in our care to be outstanding pets for new families. We help people by matching a great pet to them, making sure that it is a forever home that our furry kids go to. We work with veterinary clinics and foster carers. #animalwelfare #YouthVol #Volunteer #FurBaby

Purpose: To provide an enjoyable activity and fundraise for rescue animals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assist in setting up for bingo, including distributing cards 2. Collect bingo money where applicable 3. Call bingo numbers 4. Assist clients when playing numbers where appropriate 5. Call back bingo numbers 6. Tidy up after bingo 7. Return bingo box to receptionist TIME COMMITMENT: 3 Hours every Wednesday and Friday Seeking an enthusiastic, responsible and energetic Bingo team

Make a difference to the life of an elderly resident by bringing your placid dog to visit them.

We urgently need people who have the patience to get to know and understand each of our horses and become be a horse leader and assist with all aspects of horse and rider care.

Assisting our caretaker with general maintenance and gardening tasks.

Supporting our mission at K9 Rescue Group which is to rescue, treat, and rehome abandoned and abused dogs and to educate the community about responsible dog ownership.

Just Joeys is a rescue shelter for kangaroo joeys, marsupials and birds.

Assisting with the rescue, care, and rehabilitation of native animals.

Being part of a team and assisting with the many aspects of managing an animal farm.

Wildlife Rescue Australia (WRA) is a not-for-profit voluntary association, operating throughout Australia and staffed exclusively by home-based volunteers. It is dedicated to the rescue of Australian native animals, including birds and reptiles. WRA operates a national 24/7 emergency call centre for the rescue of native wildlife.

Transporting our rescued native animals between veterinarian surgeries and our shelter.

Providing professional assistance to the rescued wildlife in our shelter.

This is a diverse role for someone who is interested in helping young people and who has a love and interest in horses.