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Join our pack: volunteer with BARC in person or remote

Volunteering with Bhutan Animal Rescue and Care is a unique and rewarding experience that allows you to make a tangible difference in the lives of Bhutan’s animals. Whether you’re passionate about dogs, wildlife, or farm animals, there is a place for you. Join us and become part of a movement that champions compassion.


We are looking especially for veterinary doctors, as well as veterinary nurses and VetTechs. Applications for veterinary professionals will be routed through the volunteer program of Vets Beyond Borders Australia. 
https://vetsbeyondborders.org/location/bhutan/

We welcome volunteers who would like to work remotely to help with communications, grant writing and development.

If interested in volunteering for BARC, please apply via the link below. We ask volunteers who will be volunteering in Bhutan to stay for a minimum of three months.

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Organizations We Work With

Organizations We Work With

Animal Rescue and Care Centre: 
Mission & Operations

  • Dedicated to caring for Bhutanese stray dogs and cats while providing a safe recovery haven for injured wildlife
  • Operates a 24/7 emergency rescue service responding to distress calls throughout the community
  • Currently shelters and cares for approximately 278 dogs, 6 cats, 25 macaque monkeys, one pig, and occasional other wildlife
  • Located on leased property in Yoeselpang, Bhutan

Animal Rescue and Care Centre: 
Mission & Operations

  • Comprehensive veterinary treatment, surgery, and sterilization
  • Intensive Care Unit and long-term inpatient care
  • 24/7 emergency services
  • Infectious disease treatment and wound management
  • Physiotherapy and rehabilitation from starvation, neglect, and abuse
  • Wildlife rescue and treatment

Care Philosophy

  • Committed to saving the lives of animals in urgent need who would not survive without intervention
  • Coordinates transport and rescue operations with the help of a compassionate supporter network
  • Prioritizes reintegration or rehoming of animals once fully recovered
  • Provides lifelong care and comfort at shelters for animals with chronic illnesses or permanent disabilities who cannot be rehoused

Advocacy & Education

We welcome visitors seeking to deepen their understanding of animal welfare and compassionate practices. We are always happy to share insights about humane treatment of animals and harmonious co-existence between humans, animals and nature. Please join us and become active participants in creating a kinder world
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Testimonials from Veterinary Volunteer

“I volunteered with BARC for 6 weeks. I was so impressed by the level of Marianne’s dedication to the animals of Bhutan – she never turns an animal down and will give them all of her time, attention and love. She is so knowledgeable and resourceful and I greatly enjoyed working with her and brainstorming ideas together for tough cases.”

-Volunteer veterinarian Dr Chloe Donovan-