Make a Difference

We are the largest cage-free, no-kill shelter in the United States. We take in stray, abused, abandoned, neglected, and surrendered dogs and puppies. Volunteers are needed to save these animals and find them a forever home.

Volunteers 8 to 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers 16 years of age and older can volunteer alone.

What to Expect

Once you complete your Volunteer Application, you will be directed to register for an orientation. Orientations are held quarterly on the weekends. Please reach out to the volunteer manager to find the best day and time for your schedule. At your orientation, you will purchase a BDRR Volunteer T-shirt ($20) and receive your PIN number in order to log into our volunteer scheduling portal.


Community Service Documents:

Community Service Documents that need to be signed by Big Dog Ranch Rescue can be emailed to volunteer.manager@bdrr.org.  They will be signed, scanned and returned promptly.  You can always stop into the Volunteer office, as well.


Volunteer at dog rescue in South Florida playing with adoptable puppies

Already A Volunteer?

If you have applied, completed volunteer orientation, and have been assigned a login by our Volunteer Manager please visit your Volgistics Portal to schedule your shifts!


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