Volunteer Positions at Animal Shelter Wellington

EVERY ANIMAL MATTERS

Together we save lives

HUHA - Helping You Help Animals - is a charitable trust (#CC47396) and New Zealand’s leading no-kill animal shelter. Since our founding in 2001, we’ve advocated for, rescued, rehabilitated, rehomed and released tens of thousands of domestic and wild animals in need. Together, we save lives!

Donate

Help us help animals in need – please donate whatever you can.

Adopt

Adopt an animal in need and give them the loving, forever home they deserve.

Volunteer

Our incredible team of volunteers are at the heart of HUHA’s work.

Shop

Every purchase at HUHA op shops, online and at pop-up events helps us save lives.

WHAT WE DO

HUHA is a charitable trust dedicated to teaching empathy and empowering communities to advocate for and help animals across Aotearoa. Together we rescue, rehabilitate, rehome or release thousands of domestic and wild animals in need every year.

OUR SANCTUARY

Coming soon – a new, purpose-built HUHA sanctuary in rural Wellington. We can’t wait to secure a safer and brighter future for more animals in need and invite our HUHA community to join us.

WAYS TO HELP ANIMALS

There are so many ways to help. From advocating for animal welfare to donating funds, goods or services to supporting our work by volunteering or shopping with HUHA. We couldn’t exist without the generous support of our HUHA community.

ADVICE AND SUPPORT

We believe that with education and access to the right resources, we can empower people and communities to improve animal welfare and outcomes across New Zealand. Find links and resources to help you help animals in need.