City of Port Adelaide Enfield

Companion Animal Project

Commencing June 2023

The Companion Animal Project provides support to people who may no longer be able to carry out some of their pet’s care needs, due to ageing or disability.

The Project is aimed at older residents with mobility challenges who formally enrol to participate. The participant's dog is then matched with a project volunteer who will assist with dog walking or other pet support functions.

The project sees not only the dog being walked and cared for by the volunteer, but also the nurturing of meaningful social connection between the volunteer and the dog owner.

Dogs will undergo a behaviour assessment before commencing in the project and Volunteers will undertake animal behaviour training to ensure safety for everyone.

Requirements and Conditions

• A Police Check and DCSI Screening

• Animal Behaviour Training Volunteer Induction