Would you like to support us with energy and empathy?

duration of use
A volunteer placement is possible for a minimum of two weeks, as it takes a few days to settle in at the animal shelter. A longer stay would be very welcome. We will make sure that you are picked up from the airport and, of course, brought back there too.

Requirements for a traineeship with us
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Experience in dealing with dogs is desirable but not essential. However, you should definitely not be afraid of dogs.
Independent work and following work instructions/guidelines are prerequisites.
Many people would describe the work in the animal shelter as rather unpleasant, such as cleaning the areas, dog kennels, food and water containers.
The ability to work in a team is a basic requirement, as is flexibility.

Working at the Animal Shelter
Cleaning the areas, dog kennels, blankets, food bowls, water containers.
Help with feeding the dogs.
Grooming the dogs by brushing and combing, cleaning ears.
Contribute to the socialization of the dogs through petting, play activities, staying with the animals in the enclosure and general affection towards the animals.
Walking with dogs.
Let dogs run freely and stay there from time to time to spend time with them.
Help with organizing the public volunteer days. Dividing up dogs for walks, dressing them, and receiving them.
Willingness to help in emergencies (e.g. trips to the vet or catching an injured animal, etc.)
Light maintenance work, e.g. installing privacy screens or sun protection, light tidying up, etc.

An important task for volunteers at our animal shelter is to socialize dogs and take them for walks to prepare them for life as a family dog. It is essential for our dogs to learn to trust people so that they can find a home in the near future. Especially because we also have some shy or fearful dogs, it is important to teach these dogs to trust people. This is usually a time-consuming and patience-demanding task.

If after reading this you are interested in working in an animal shelter, we look forward to getting to know you.