Foster Carers
Provide temporary homes for animals while they receive veterinary care and behavioural training before finding their forever homes.
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Become a Volunteer
Join our network of dedicated volunteers and help change the lives of hundreds of animals that come into our care each year.
Why Volunteer with Homeless Hounds?
As a volunteer-run animal rescue group, Homeless Hounds volunteers kindly donate their time to support the day-to-day running of our organisation. Our volunteers help us change the lives of the hundreds of animals that come into our care each year.
Put simply – we couldn't do it without them!
We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities to suit different skillsets. If you want to get involved and make a difference, volunteering with Homeless Hounds is a great way for you to do this while you gain experience in Australian animal welfare and meet like-minded people.
Getting Started as a Volunteer
1
Choose Your Role
Review the available volunteer opportunities and find one that matches your skills, interests, and availability.
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Apply & Connect
Contact us or send your application. We'll discuss the role and answer any questions you might have.
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Start Making a Difference
Once onboarded, you'll join our team of dedicated volunteers working to save animals across Australia.
Code of Conduct Required
All volunteers must read and agree to our Code of Conduct, which ensures a professional and welcoming environment.
Download Code of ConductBenefits of Volunteering with Us
Gain Experience in Animal Welfare
Develop valuable skills and knowledge in Australian animal welfare practices.
Meet Like-Minded People
Connect with passionate animal lovers and build lasting friendships.
Flexible Opportunities
Choose roles that fit around your schedule and commitments.
Make a Real Difference
Directly contribute to saving hundreds of animals each year.
Develop New Skills
Learn in areas like animal care, administration, and teamwork.
Be Part of Something Bigger
Join a dedicated network working towards a common goal.
Important Volunteer Roles
Pet Couriers
Help transport animals between foster homes, veterinary appointments, and their new forever families.
Learn More About Pet CouriersCurrent Volunteer Opportunities
As specific opportunities appear, they'll be listed below. To register your interest in any capacity as a volunteer, please see the available roles and contact us.
We're looking for a volunteer to help with:
- Receiving paperwork for dog adoptions and entering data into our CRM (HubSpot)
- Collating paperwork and keeping a spreadsheet of incoming and outgoing dogs' details, including vet treatment schedules
- Arranging the advertising of dogs with the Social Media Coordinator once ready to be adopted
- Coordinating with Dog Foster Carers
- Building relationships with other Homeless Hounds volunteers
- Other tasks that may appear from time to time
Please send applications (including Resume and Cover Letter) to volunteering@homelesshounds.com.au after reading the full role description.
We're looking for a volunteer to help with:
- Receiving paperwork for cat adoptions and entering data into our CRM (HubSpot)
- Collating paperwork and keeping a spreadsheet of incoming and outgoing cats' details, including vet treatment schedules
- Arranging the advertising of cats with the Social Media Coordinator once ready to be adopted
- Coordinating with Cat Foster Carers
- Building relationships with other Homeless Hounds volunteers
- Other tasks that may appear from time to time
Please send applications (including Resume and Cover Letter) to volunteering@homelesshounds.com.au after reading the full role description.
Your help gives homeless pets a second chance
Join our amazing team of volunteers and help us rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need.
Donations over $2 are tax-deductible