Help at an Animal Shelter in Sunny Cyprus
The experience
We’re looking for 1–2 volunteers (friends/couple) to help care for ~100 animals (cats, dogs, chickens) on a large, sunny property near the beach. Tasks include feeding, cleaning, and giving lots of love; some animals need basic medication. Gardening or small building projects welcome. We offer free accommodation, bike use (1), and a relaxed environment. Looking for animal lovers who can work independently.
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Cleaning:
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Animal Care:
Help look after and take care of animals.
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
What you get
1 day off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Restaurants:
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English or Beginner German
Between 20 and 50 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Are you an animal lover looking for a meaningful experience abroad? We are a small, dedicated animal shelter in Cyprus caring for around 100 animals, approximately 80 cats, 6 dogs, and 20 chickens. Cyprus has many stray animals, and our goal is to help as many as we responsibly can.
We’ve already hosted a fewl volunteers and always appreciate extra help. We’re looking for 1–2 volunteers (friends or a couple, as there is one large bed available) to support us in daily tasks and small projects. The shelter is located on a large, peaceful property where most animals roam freely, not far from the beach and well situated between coastal areas and a nearby city. At the same time, it is set in a rural area surrounded by farmland and a bit off the beaten track, perfect for people who enjoy peace and quiet.
What We’re Looking For:
- Genuine love for animals
- Ideally some experience with cats and/or dogs
- Ability to work independently and responsibly
- Flexible and proactive mindset
What We Offer
- Free accommodation (kitchen, bathroom, everything needed)
- Relaxed, friendly atmosphere
- Access to one bicycle and occasional rides
- A meaningful experience helping animals, loats of cuddles
- Languages spoken: English & German
Activities & Shift
Daily Routine:
Morning & evening: Animal care (feeding, cleaning, checking all animals)
During the day: Free time or optional help (projects, organizing, creative work)
Time to relax, go to the beach, or explore nearby towns
About the Work:
The experience can vary depending on current needs: from caring for kittens to handling emergency vet visits or just feeding and cuddeling everyone. The work is diverse and meaningful.
Possible tasks include:
- Feeding, cleaning, and general animal care (walking the dogs)
- Giving medication to sick animals
- Socializing with cats and dogs
- (Helping with vet visits)
- Gardening and maintaining the property
- (Small building or improvement projects)
- Supporting with social media (photos, videos, posts)
Rules
- Respect animals, people, and the property
- Be reliable, especially for morning/evening routines
- Communicate openly
- Keep shared spaces clean
- Handle animals calmly and responsibly