IVHQ Animal Care Program in San Jose, Costa Rica
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Program Overview
Join the Animal Care program in San José, Costa Rica with International Volunteer HQ and help support local animal welfare efforts while living in a vibrant Latin American city. Volunteers work with shelters and rescue centres caring for dogs and cats from under-resourced communities. You’ll help with daily feeding, cleaning, basic care tasks, socialisation and enrichment for animals in need.
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Join the Animal Care program in San José, Costa Rica with International Volunteer HQ and help support local animal welfare efforts while living in a vibrant Latin American city. Volunteers work with shelters and rescue centres caring for dogs and cats from under-resourced communities. You’ll help with daily feeding, cleaning, basic care tasks, socialisation and enrichment for animals in need.
This placement is great for animal lovers, gap-year travellers, students or anyone wanting meaningful volunteering abroad. Your fully hosted experience includes airport pick-up, a thorough orientation, shared volunteer house or homestay accommodation depending on placement, two meals daily and 24/7 support from the local team. Before departure you receive guidance from your IVHQ Program Manager and a...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
Updated May 20, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- San Jose, Costa Rica
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
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On the Animal Care program in San José you assist local animal-welfare organisations and vet clinics to rehabilitate and re-home abandoned dogs and cats.
* Care for animals at shelters and vet clinics.
* Assist with feeding, bathing, walking and play.
* Support wound care, neutering and community education.
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