Join
International Volunteer HQ, the world’s leading volunteer travel organization, on the
Animal Care Volunteer Project in Romania.
You will assist at local shelters for mistreated or abandoned dogs. Volunteers gain experience caring for animals while providing important support at the shelter which can house hundreds of dogs in need of loving care, attention and positive social experiences so they have the best chance of finding their forever homes.
Volunteers are accommodated predominantly in one of two neighboring volunteer apartments. The smaller apartment accommodates up to eight volunteers per room. The larger apartment with three bedrooms accommodates up to 19 volunteers. Rooms are always separated by gender. The accommodation is based centrally and is a 10-minute walk to the local team’s office, close to many cafes and restaurants.
Programs
start every first and third Monday of the month throughout the year.
This program ranges from 1-24 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. Detailed pricing information for your duration is available
on our website.
Your Impact
As an Animal Care volunteer you will help to protect the animals, providing companionship, basic medical treatment and opportunities for play. You’ll be responsible for:
- Brushing the dogs
- Providing basic obedience training
- Cleaning cages
- Assisting with feeding and playing
- Maintaining the shelter grounds
- Occasionally walking dogs
- Providing positive social experiences for the dogs so they’re ready to be adopted
Depending on your program duration, you may also be able to assist with some small construction projects at the shelter, photography, administration and vaccination campaigns in the community.
All dogs are fully vaccinated.
Program Highlights
IVHQ’s Romania programs are available year-round, starting every first and third Monday of the month.
IVHQ provides the most affordable and
top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration
on our website.
You’ll be joining a global network of 123,000+ volunteers backed by the world’s leading team of volunteer travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.
Support impact-driven volunteer projects run by locals within your host community.
Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.
Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.
How to Apply
- Select your start date & duration: All IVHQ volunteer programs are available year-round and you can choose to volunteer for durations on this program ranging from 1 to 24 weeks.
- Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Registration Fee.
- Pay your Program Fee: This is only due 30 days before your program starts.
Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 14 days before you start.
