Volunteering with the dogs
We are always in need of volunteers at our shelter in Ballyhaunis. Shifts each day are 10-1 and 3-6. Our animals will be so happy to see you! We have some wonderful personal accounts by our volunteers of their experience of a volunteer shift. “It’s a joy to take a long walk with one […]
We Need Your Help!
We really need your help We are urgently in need of adult volunteers who would be able to commit to 3 hours a week (a shift of 10-1 or 3-6) in Ballyhaunis. During this time, you will (depending on your preference), be caring for cats and kittens, walking gorgeous dogs, feeding dogs and cats, or […]
CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT – THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS
CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS As Chairman, I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank every one of our volunteers for their hard work, commitment and support throughout the past year. Our Animal Rescue simply could not continue to do the work it does without the incredible people who give their […]
Why I Volunteer ??
You would hardly think this is the same dog. Candy, when she first arrived, completely shut down, convinced that the world and humans in particular, had nothing to offer her but more pain and hardship:( The difference in her today is thanks to volunteers who sat with her, never forced her to interact but let […]
Volunteering in the Cattery
Our volunteers are fundamental to keeping the rescue going. With often more than 100 cats in our sanctuary, our cat volunteers are so important: … “Apart from one doggy shift my shifts have been with the cats & kittens …the volunteer work is about the shelter & precious animals so I will go where needed […]
Why I Volunteer with the Dogs?
“I came to volunteer at the MSPCA for so many different reasons, first, we love animals! We have 5 pets of our own at home, one of them came recently from the MSPCA, and she has been a great addition. Second, I bring the kids along – it helps to teach them responsibility, and the […]
Why I Volunteer
I volunteer because every time I volunteer, when I walk through the gate of the shelter I am immediately greeted by wagging tails, barking or meowing and just a place filled with life and second chances. Volunteering at the shelter is the best 3 hours of my week when I am able to do a […]
Open Your Heart for 3 hours a Week
🐾❤️ Could you spare just 3 hours a week to make a difference to the lives of animals in need? Mayo SPCA is looking for caring and committed volunteers to join the team. Whether you can help from 10am–1pm or 3pm–6pm, your time and support can have a huge impact on the welfare of rescued […]
Margaret’s Volunteering Experience
“As a volunteer you get to forget what is going on the world and live in an animal bubble for 3 hours. Stimulation is very important for the animals. Today I was a kitten scratching post. 4 kittens decided it was great fun climbing up my jeans. Then Dave our 3 legged cat decided he […]
