Animal Care

Gaining hands on experience in animal husbandry, medical treatments, and behavior for a wide variety of species.

Important notes about Animal Care:

  • We ask that all volunteers that would like to participate in animal care be 16 years of age or older.

  • Be prepared to professionally handle situations involving defensive animals, bad smells, medical treatments, and needles.

  • While we are still growing, our animal care shifts are limited to once a week opportunities.

  • Have reliable transportation to and from our shelter.


Benefits of volunteering for animal care shifts

Work with threatened and endangered species from around the world.

Gain experience in reptile and amphibian husbandry, diet prep, and behavioral training.

Learn about our communities current exotic animal rescue situation and best practices.

Sign up below to be contacted about our next orientation when we are ready to add more amazing volunteers to our team: