I’ve seen a recent post about Death Row Unchained and wanted to share my experience as a current volunteer.
I completely understand that people can have different experiences, and it's important that concerns can be shared. At the same time, I also think it's important that people considering volunteering hear from those of us who are actively involved.
Death Row Unchained cares for a large number of rescued and displaced animals and works to rehome them into safe and loving environments. The work is emotional, demanding, and relies heavily on volunteers and community support.
From my experience, many animals arrive scared, withdrawn, or unsure due to their past experiences. This can sometimes be interpreted as animals being sad, but I’ve personally seen many of them grow in confidence over time with care, enrichment, and patience.
The volunteers I work with are deeply passionate about the animals and committed to giving them the best possible care. I’ve seen animals arrive in difficult conditions and gradually gain trust, confidence, and eventually find loving homes. That’s why many of us continue to volunteer.
I’ve also seen comments about animals being taken or situations being misrepresented.
From my experience, rescues often deal with complex and emotional circumstances, including surrenders, welfare concerns, and urgent placements. These situations can be difficult for everyone involved, and there are often details that can’t be publicly shared due to privacy and welfare considerations.
Running a rescue of this size isn’t easy, and like any organisation, there are always things that can be improved. But I’ve seen genuine dedication from volunteers who give their time because they care deeply about animal welfare.
I would encourage anyone considering volunteering to come along, meet the team, and form their own opinion. Many of us volunteer because we’ve seen the positive impact this place has on animals and the community.
At the end of the day, the animals are the reason we’re all there.
Posted by bobana06
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From what I read the head woman, allegedly, was thoroughly nasty. There also a speculation about the finances being not so above board.
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Damn my eldest sister used to volunteer with them in the late 2010’s so I went to a lot of events and even helped volunteer a few times. I think I was like 14-15 at that time.
I have nothing to add as I have absolutely no idea what’s going on in the current day, it’s been a long long time since I was last involved- I’m just surprised they’re still around, and wondering what happened…
I miss Aurora I assume maybe she’s passed by now…?
Edit: did some reading they sound kind of shit lol
I got my cat from these guys, they were very thorough with checking he’d go to a safe home and they even covered his first vet visit. Everyone there did seem hella stressed. The reached out a few times over the first 6 months we had him to make sure it was a good fit. What are people expecting exactly from a volunteer service that looks after abandoned animals lol.
Did a shift at Death Row Unchained and honestly it was such a nice experience. The whole place just has a really good vibe, you can feel how much love goes into the animals.
All the animals are such characters. I have never seen a rescue with 20 pigs before, that alone blew my mind. It is so cool seeing them all hanging out, forming their own friendships and herd dynamics.
The other volunteers are lovely too which makes a big difference. There is a lot of work to do but it feels worth it. A lot of these animals would not have had a chance of being rehomed, so seeing them safe, happy and living good lives with their friends is really rewarding.
They definitely need more volunteers, so if you have the time it is 100% worth it.
I love animals. That sounds awesome.
Beautiful pigs!