Unleash the joy of volunteering with Canine Companions. From dog walking and puppy raising to outreach and community events, use our interactive map to find local volunteer opportunities near you!

Wherever you live, there are countless ways to volunteer and make a lifesaving difference for dogs and cats in your community. And thousands of Best Friends Network Partners all over the country are all eager to have your help.

We welcome and respect our volunteers' unique identities, diverse backgrounds and experiences to build an inclusive animal welfare movement. We believe everyone can help fight for all animals! Find volunteer opportunities in your state.

Spend a day volunteering in a place of healing, learning, and fun for dogs and puppies. On any given day, nearly 400 dogs and puppies live here at Dogtown, a multiple-building community created to provide the love, care, rehabilitation, and companionship needed to prepare them for adoption — which is where caring people like you can help.

Animal lovers who are interested in becoming a volunteer at AHS must complete a four-step process. Learn more about available opportunities (including foster volunteering), the application process, and what to expect once you’ve submitted your application.

You can help us unite people with trained service dogs in a powerful program that leads to greater independence. Every service dog starts as a puppy that needs a loving home. You can raise a dog and change a life. Volunteer puppy raising is an incredible way to help children and adults with disabilities live more independent lives.

At the Dog Alliance, we offer diverse volunteer programs for individuals, families, and teens. Whether you want to volunteer with your children, earn volunteer hours for school programs, or make an impact with animals, we have a program for you!

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is a volunteer-powered, foster based, non-profit animal rescue. Our greatest asset is the dedication and compassion of our volunteers. Our ability to save lives is directly tied to the number of volunteers we have at any given moment.

Seven days a week, Pound Buddies needs volunteers to help walk our shelter dogs. The hours are 8:30 am to 10:30 am & 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Volunteer walkers MUST be 18 years of age and walking times begin promptly.

Active registered volunteers* who have completed dog care training at the Adoption Center are invited to take a dog out for field trip through our Dog’s Day Out Program. Everyone needs a day off, shelter dogs included!