volunteer work needed with animals

[eddie1980]

Hi everyone, this is my 1st time posting, I would really appreciate any advice and support, My daughter is 16 and started her level 2 animal management course at Askham Bryan this September. She is wanting to progress to be a veterinary nurse so is the 1st step she has taken towards her career goal. She has to do 150 hours over the next 12 months voluntary work with animals but is struggling to get a placement. She has rang numerous dog groomers & vets in York and nowhere is able to help. I was wondering if anyone on here had any ideas of where else to contact or if knew anyone that would be willing to help? 🤞😊 Amy

Cat Protection run a student scheme and also look for volunteers, I used to be a cat socialiser for them. Are there other rescue charities or a zoo that can help.

Equestrian Centres

My dd used to volunteer with a local stables that did riding for disabled children, I think she was a bout 16 at the time.

Definitely worth contacting local rescues and stables instead - some may have age restrictions, and her age may limit what she's able to do with the animals without supervision, which is why she may be coming up against a wall.

Balls, just seen this is a zombie thread.

Kennels? I did my DofE volunteering at a boarding kennels/greyhound rescue, it was soooo lovely!

The RSPCA rehoming centres offer student placements/volunteering. Might be worth contacting local ones to see if they can help?