SPCA New Zealand

Volunteer positions

Dog Volunteer Assistant
Christchurch Centre

Dog Volunteer Assistant

We are looking for volunteers to help with the daily work of caring for our dogs and puppies. This role requires a good level of fitness and confidence in handling large dogs.

The work we ask our canine volunteers to do is quite strenuous and you must be willing to walk to dogs in all weathers.

Duties of this role include

  • Cleaning animal runs
  • Taking dogs for walks
  • Feeding animals per feeding directions
  • Identifying animals displaying signs of illness
  • Follow Health and Safety requirements

Available shifts

  • Monday to Sunday, 8 am to 12pm

Qualifications and Education Requirements

No formal qualification required but you will need to be at least 18 years of age. Previous animal experience desirable.

Preferred skills

Successful candidate must be able to follow instructions and all Health and Safety requirements. They should be enthusiastic, hardworking, be able to work well in a team and have a genuine love of animals. We need volunteers that are prepared to commit to the minimum requirement of one shift per week for 6 months, and can understand written and spoken English.

Please note that there will be an induction evening to attend once you have submitted your application form, prior to being accepted in to our programme.

If you have any questions, please call us on 03 349 7057 ext 8379 or email christchurch.volunteer@spca.nz.

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