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Pata Samara Animal Rescue
Founded in 2019, PATA is a non-profit organization entirely run by volunteers.
Leading this mission is Sally Ella Horn who tirelessly coordinates operations, oversees animal care, and ensures the sustainability of the shelter. Together with a dedicated team of volunteers, she shares a passion for protecting dogs and cats, dedicating her energy to rescuing, rehabilitating, and finding homes for these animals in need.
Rescuing dogs and cats in distress is at the core of what we do. Whether it’s responding to emergencies, rescuing abandoned pets, or taking in injured or sick animals from the streets, we try to act as quickly as possible to provide immediate care or help.
Once rescued, the dogs and cats receive medical attention and rehabilitation before being put up for adoption into loving homes.
We run a dog refuge where abandoned, sick and neglected dogs are cared for and nursed back to health. Our cat friends are fostered by families we know and trust.
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About the experience in: Samara, Costa Rica
United Kingdom
What an amazing experience i had working and staying at the refuge. Sally has changed the lives of these dogs and given them so much love and care. I fell in love with every single dog and found it so hard to leave! The refuge is great and in a good location. Right next to the beach, has a few shops nearby and there is a bus stop right outside the refuge. I worked with some great volunteers and the local volunteers that come to walk the dogs are all so lovely. I am already planning my next trip back and look forward to working with Sally again. She is a 5 star host.
23 days ago
About the experience in: Samara, Costa Rica
Nicaragua
So far my best volunteering experience ever ❤️ if you love dogs more than anything, your heart will be so full everyday by seeing how happy and well taken care of the dogs are, it doesn't feel like you're working and you won't want to leave! I wish I could've stayed longer. I didn't have the chance to meet Sally but she is such an inspiration for the incredible work she's doing. Every other volunteer I met was an incredible person and I'm so grateful I got to meet them, they made the experience even better!
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Samara, Costa Rica
Italy
The work with the animals was very rewarding. In the mornings, we would take the dogs for walks on the beach, which gave me the opportunity to meet many local people. Sally is a superwoman. I honestly don't know how she manages to take care of everything. Seeing her dedication to the shelter was something I deeply admired. Pluto, Hazel, Misty, Snoopy, Kami, June, Perla, Petra, Paco, Trixie, Leo, Finn, Lilly you will always have a special place in my heart. Veggies, keep in mind: you will have to cook and prepare meat for the dogs, so make sure you are comfortable with this before signing up
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Samara, Costa Rica
Germany
I am very grateful for the opportunity to gain my first volunteering experience at Patas. It was a real pleasure to be part of the team and to have the chance to make a real difference whilst travelling! It was a bit of a challenge at first to take responsibility for so many dogs, as I’d never had any experience with dogs before, but the other volunteers were very kind and considerate and always helped me. I truly admire the good intentions and the love they all have for the poor street dogs and I hope they continue to receive plenty of support so they can keep making the world better :))
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Samara, Costa Rica
Italy
It has undoubtedly been one of the most beautiful experiences I have ever had. I felt at home right away, and if I could I would have stayed much longer. I would return without a second thought. Sally is a truly special person; what she does for dogs, with so much love and dedication, is something wonderful. And they are simply adorable. It was an incredible experience, full of moments I will carry with me always and during which I learned so much. This experience will stay in my heart forever. Sally, the dogs and the shelter will always have a special place in my memories.
about 2 months ago