About Dogs Aid
Dogs Aid is a charity set up by three ladies in 1987 to help dogs that were unwanted and abandoned in Dublin. Since then we have helped rehabilitate and rehome hundreds of dogs. Dogs Aid has a no destruction policy so we never put a recoverable dog down, and as a result the sanctuary is a home for many dogs who are 'too old or too bold' to be rehomed
What's Involved
Are you are an animal lover? If you would like an opportunity to work outdoors with a range of wonderful dogs, then this volunteer opportunity is for you. You will meet many new people and have a chance to interact with all of our super canine residents!
You will be helping us with the important work we do here; cleaning dog kennels and the yards, washing food bowls and walking dogs.
Can you commit to a minimum of four hours one day a week, Monday to Friday? The hours are 10.30 to 2.30pm. The split of duties are:
10.30 - 12.30 cleaning and bowl washing and
12.30 - 2.30 dog walking.
What's required for this position
An animal lover and enjoy working outdoors.
Time to spare during the week.
Friendly type of person
- Hospitality/ Befriending
- Personable Skills
- Trades/ Operative/ Manual
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
Morning | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | |
Afternoon | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | |
Evening |
Minimum time commitment: 3 months
Hours required: 4hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dogs Aid, Meakstown Cottages, FInglas, D 11
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Volunteering in Dogs Aid will allow you an opportunity to meet new people and help rehabilitate the many abandoned dogs in Dublin.
Getting there
The sanctuary is in Finglas and is reachable by Dublin Bus n. 83 with a walk distance of 10 min from the bus stop.