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Make a Difference for Older People and Their Pets

POOPS WA is powered by kind-hearted volunteers who share a love for animals and a passion for helping others. Our volunteers know that pets are family, and that no one should have to give up their beloved best friend due to age or health challenges.

By volunteering with POOPS WA, you’re not just helping a pet — you’re making a meaningful difference in someone’s life. Volunteers often tell us how rewarding it is to provide practical support and brighten someone’s day, all while spending time with animals.

Want to help keep people and pets together? Join our volunteer team today.

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Who Can Volunteer?

POOPS WA welcomes all animal lovers who are willing to give a little of their time to make a big difference.

  • You must be over 18
  • You need a current National Police Clearance (NPC) or Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • You must be able to safely perform your volunteer duties without additional assistance from a guardian or carer

Whether you’re looking for a way to give back, love being around animals, or want to support your community in a meaningful way, there’s a place for you at POOPS WA.

How You Can Help

We have a range of volunteer roles to match different skills and availability.

While dog walking is our most popular volunteer role, we also need help in other areas.

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Dog Walking

  • Walk a client’s dog at mutually agreed times.
  • Help ensure the dog stays fit, healthy, and happy.
  • Perfect if you love dogs and being outdoors!
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Pet Transport

  • Drive pets to vet appointments, grooming sessions, or boarding facilities.
  • Help owners who are unable to transport their pets themselves.
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Behind-the-Scenes Support

  • POOPS WA is more than just pet care, we also need volunteers to help with admin, social media, fundraising, and event planning.
  • If you have skills in communications, design, project management, or event planning, we’d love to hear from you!

Not sure how you can help?

Complete our Volunteer Application form and let us know what you’re passionate about, and we’ll find a role that suits you.

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What to Expect as a POOPS Volunteer

Volunteering should be easy and enjoyable, so we’ve made the process simple:

Volunteering should be easy and enjoyable, so we’ve made the process simple:

  1. Apply: Fill out the online application form and upload your NPC or WWCC details.
  2. Review & Approval: Our team will review your application and check your documents. This usually takes one to three weeks.
  3. Induction & Meet-and-Greet: A POOPS WA coordinator will contact you to arrange an induction session and answer any questions.
  4. Get Started: Once you’re matched with a client, you’ll start walking, transporting, or supporting pets in your local area.
  • Apply: Fill out the online application form and upload your NPC or WWCC details.
  • Review & Approval: Our team will review your application and check your documents. This usually takes one to three weeks.
  • Induction & Meet-and-Greet: A POOPS WA coordinator will contact you to arrange an induction session and answer any questions.
  • Get Started: Once you’re matched with a client, you’ll start walking, transporting, or supporting pets in your local area.
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Other Ways to Support POOPS WA

We know that not everyone has the time to volunteer, but may still want to help our community-led organisation. There are still many ways to help.
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Make a Donation

Every donation helps us expand our services and reach more people in need.
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Fundraise or Sponsor POOPS WA

If you’re a business owner or want to raise funds for POOPS, we’d love your support.

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Join the POOPS Volunteer Team Today

Great things are happening at POOPS WA, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Still have questions about becoming a volunteer?

Reach out to us at membership@poopswa.org.au or leave a message on 1300 1100 92, we’d love to hear from you.

FAQs

Anyone aged 18 or over with a genuine love for animals and a desire to help others is welcome to apply. You’ll need a current National Police Clearance or Working With Children Check, and be physically able to carry out your volunteer duties safely.

It depends on the type of volunteering you’d like to do. For dog walking, access to transport isn’t always necessary. However, for pet transport and other off-site activities, having your own reliable transport is helpful.

We currently operate across much of the Greater Perth area, including Yanchep, Mandurah, Rockingham, the Hills, Armadale, and Busselton. If you’re outside these areas, you may still be able to help with admin or support roles – just let us know!
The most common roles are dog walking and pet transport, but volunteers also help with admin, fundraising, community outreach, and special events. We match volunteers to tasks based on their preferences and availability.

There’s no minimum requirement. Some volunteers help once a week, others once a month, it depends on your availability and the needs in your area. We’ll always do our best to find a fit that works for you.

Yes. Once your application is approved, a coordinator will contact you to arrange an induction. You’ll receive a volunteer handbook, guidance on what’s expected, and ongoing support from our team.
Absolutely. As long as you’re comfortable around pets and willing to learn, we’ll guide you through what you need to know.

That’s okay! Even if you can only help from time to time or prefer to be on standby, we’d still love to hear from you.

Yes. We often need help with administration, events, marketing, and fundraising. If you have other skills to offer, let us know in your application, we’d love to find the right fit for you.