Pre-Vet Opportunities Directory

Volunteer at local animal shelters and humane societies.

A student helps examine a cat

Friends of Upland Animal Shelter

1275 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786

Friends of Upland Animal Shelter is dedicated to saving every shelter pet. Volunteers help staff perform a variety of tasks at the shelter every day of the year. Once trained, volunteers make their own schedule and volunteer anytime from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.

Friends of Upland Animal Shelter Application

Email: info@friendsofuplandanimalshelter.org

Phone: (909) 931-4185


Inland Valley Humane Society

500 Humane Way, Pomona, CA 91766

The Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. relies on the assistance of caring, hardworking volunteers to help us find homes for thousands of animals that come through our doors every year. Our volunteers make an enormous difference in our life-saving mission.

Inland Valley Humane Society Application

Email: communityoutreach@ivhsspca.org

Phone: (909) 623-9777


Priceless Pets

The Orphanage Claremont Adoption Center

665 E Foothill Blvd E, Claremont, CA 91711

Priceless Pets is a non-profit, no-kill pet rescue operating out of multiple storefront adoption centers known as “The Orphanage.” Volunteer activities include dog walking and cat socialization, administrative support, grooming and bathing the animals, cleaning kennels, and doing laundry, offsite adoption events, and fundraisers

Priceless Pets Application

Email: info@pricelesspetrescue.org

Phone: (909) 203-3695


Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Center

11780 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Center cares for thousands of animals annually including dogs, cats, small pets, and wildlife.

Volunteers over the age of 18 assist with clerical duties, participate in animal socialization and enrichment programs, attend outreach and community events, and intern with our Veterinary Services Division.

Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Center Application

Email: RCPets@CityofRC.us

Phone: (909) 466-7387