Volunteer opportunity with GASAH: Help animals in need on the Island of Kos

animal shelter, Greece, dog, cat, Kos

Gasah Greek and Swiss Animal Help (GASAH) is a dedicated animal welfare organization significantly impacting the beautiful island of Kos, Greece.

As of January 3, 2025, GASAH has published an urgent call for volunteers on our Facebook group. They are in immediate need of compassionate individuals to support their mission.

Volunteer at GASAH and Make a Difference

The animal shelter is located on the picturesque island of Kos, famous for its stunning beaches, historical charm, and welcoming community. The typical minimum stay for volunteers is four weeks; however, due to urgent need, GASAH is happy to make exceptions and welcome any type of supportโ€”especially this January.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteers at GASAH contribute to a variety of tasks, including:

  • Animal care
    • Feeding, grooming, and ensuring the well-being of animals at the shelter (including cats, dogs, sheep, goats, and chickens).
  • Off-site rescues
    • Assisting experienced caretakers with catching and rescuing injured or sick animals and helping with the sterilization project for stray cats.
  • Kennel maintenance
    • cleaning the kennels and surrounding areas to ensure a healthy and safe environment.
  • Dog Walking
    • providing exercise and enrichment for the shelterโ€™s dogs through daily walks.

Volunteer benefits

GASAH offers food and accommodation to volunteers during their stay.

Beyond this, volunteering at GASAH is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while enjoying the beauty and culture of Kos.


How to get involved ๐Ÿ”


If youโ€™re passionate about animal welfare and would like to volunteer or learn more about GASAHโ€™s mission, you can reach out through the following platforms:

Take this opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of animals while experiencing the beauty of Greece.

The animals at GASAHโ€”and the teamโ€”are waiting for your support!


The announcement on FB:

We are urgently looking for volunteers with immediate effect ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ
We have an animal shelter on the island of Kos in Greece. Normally the minimum stay would be 4 weeks, but as we are urgently looking for volunteers, we are happy for any support, especially now in January.
Everyday work includes:
Caring for the animals on site (cats, dogs, sheep, goats, chickens, etc.)
Offsite work, such as catching injured or sick animals or catching cats for the sterilisation project (together with an experienced carer)
Cleaning the kennels / kennel area
Walking dogs
Accommodation and food is included when volunteering with us!
If you are interested in volunteering with us or if you’d like more information about our organisation, please send us a message.


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