BECOME A VOLUNTEER – BE A HERO
Looking to make a real impact in the lives of animals? Join our team of dedicated volunteers at Animal Charity of Ohio and help us give abused, neglected, and abandoned animals the second chance they deserve.
Whether you're walking dogs, comforting cats, helping at events, or lending a hand in our vet clinic, every moment you give helps us carry out our mission of compassion and care. Volunteers are the heart of our organization—you bring the love, time, and energy that make rescue work possible.
Why Volunteer With Us?
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Directly help animals in need
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Gain hands-on experience in animal care
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Be part of a passionate, supportive team
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Make a difference in your community
No experience? No problem—we provide the training you need. Whether you can give a few hours a week or help at special events, we’d love to have you.
Ready to help save lives?
Fill out our volunteer application today and take the first step toward making tails wag and hearts heal.
EVERYONE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
At Animal Charity of Ohio, we believe that everyone has something valuable to offer—no matter your age or physical ability. From making enrichment toys and helping with office tasks to assisting at events or simply spending time with our animals, there are many ways to volunteer and support our mission.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Dog Walking
Dishwashing
Laundry
Reading to Animals
Administrative
Enrichment
Fundraising
...and more!
Whether you're a student, senior, or someone with limited mobility, we’ll work with you to find the right role. Compassion doesn’t have an age limit—and your time and talents can help save lives. Contact us below and we will help you find the perfect placement for your compassion.
Join us and be part of a community that cares!
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Ready to join our team of animal lovers? Click the button below to complete our New Volunteer Questionnaire. Once we receive and approve your application, our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to schedule a volunteer training, a one-hour session, to learn more about us and all the ways you can help.
Age Requirements:
- 18+ years old - No baseline restrictions
- 16-17 years old - Parent or guardian must attend training class with you.
- Under 16 years old - Must have a parent or guardian present with you at all times, including our training class.
Date with a Shelter Dog
Give a shelter dog a much-needed break! Volunteers bring shelter dogs to Dogsmartz Unleashed for an evening of enrichment activities and positive socialization away from the stress of shelter life. An approved volunteer application is required to participate in Date Night.You can find the next date night under our "Events" on our Facebook page!
Upcoming Dates:
December 12, 2026, at 6:00 pm
*Ugly Christmas Sweater Night
January 16, 2027
February 13, 2027
March = no date night this month
April 3, 2027
May 22, 2027
June = TBD
July = TBD
August = TBD
September 18, 2027
October 23, 2027
November 13, 2027
December 11, 2027