VOLUNTEER
Your help counts – become a volunteer!
Do you want to help dogs in need? At Dog Rescue Auktsjaur, you can get actively involved and become part of a dedicated team! We appreciate any help – whether in everyday life with the dogs, in the construction of the new facility, or in care.
Particularly interesting for Swiss interns:
The work placement with us is officially recognized as an internship for the FBA animal care in Switzerland!
What you can do
We offer a wide range of tasks, depending on your interests and skills:
Kennel Helper: Cleaning the kennels, feeding, care
Dog Walker: Care and exercise of dogs on the 3,000 m² site
Construction assistance: Support for the construction and maintenance of our new dog station
What you should bring with you
So that we can work together well, you should:
be at least 18 years old
be able to communicate in German & English
be reliable and experienced with dogs (or willing to learn)
Of course, you will receive an introduction on site.
How to become part of our team
Send us a short inquiry via the contact form or by email
We will contact you for a short introduction
You will receive an introduction directly on site
Your mission can now begin!
Accommodation & Arrival
You can stay overnight directly on my property. There are various options for this.
(e.g., guest rooms, tiny houses, or campers), which we will discuss together in advance. All meals and drinks are included in the stay.
Travel is at your own expense—you book and pay for it yourself. We will agree on the exact travel date together beforehand.
Destination airport: Arvidsjaur (ARJ)
You will be picked up personally there – the animal shelter is about a 25-minute drive away.
Alternatively, you can also travel by ferry and train.
The minimum stay is 2 weeks.
Longer stays are expressly desired, as the training takes a few days and your support will therefore have a more lasting impact.
Recognized internship for FBA Animal Care (Switzerland)
The work placement at Dog Rescue Auktsjaur is officially recognized in Switzerland as an internship for the specialist training in animal care (FBA).
If you would like to meaningfully combine your internship with animal welfare work, we look forward to hearing from you!
