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30h
- Hours per week
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- Animal Care
- Help look after and take care of animals.
What you get
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- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
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- Use our equipped kitchen
- Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
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- 15 days
The Experience
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of some very special dogs and puppies? - Who? DOGS! Around 60 wonderful dogs and kind volunteers. - Where? Algarve. Southern Portugal. - What? Stay in a nice studio (Wifi included) next to the shelter in exchange for helping 30 hours a week cleaning, feeding and of course cuddling the dogs. Supermarkets, shopping stores, food court, public transportation: 2 km/30 min walk. Beaches 8 km away.
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- Intermediate English
- Over 18 years old
- Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
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How this experience will transform you
- 9 Creating true social impact
- 9 Meeting international travelers
- 8 Meeting locals
- 8 Get in touch with nature
- 6 Practicing English
- 3 Developing environmental awareness
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Marie
Germany
I really loved my stay at the the shelter. All the volunteers are really nice and supportive. The tasks aren't too difficult and you get to spend time cuddling and walking dogs as well. The Studio is also really nice and clean. I can only recommend this experience and I hope I can go back to the the shelter some day.
4 days ago
Stefanie replied
And we loved to have you with us. Thank you very much for your time! And we will welcome you anytime you want to come back.
Irene
Italy
I stayed at the the shelter only 10 days, but it was worth it. I had the chance to get in touch with many people, both from Portugal and abroad. All the volounteers were really nice and helpful with everything. There was a lot of work to do in the daily shift because the dogs need to be taken care of, but the things to do were clearly explained and I always found someone avaliable to answer questions. And the best part was to be rewarded with so much love and cuddles from the doggies! I also got some time off to explore the surroundings. It was an amazing experience and I totally recommend it!
14 days ago
Stefanie replied
It's been really a wonderful fitting coincidence that sent you to our shelter. We are really thankful and hope to welcome you for some more time in the future.
Tess
Canada
I truly enjoyed my volunteer experience at the the shelter! This place is really something special. The people working and volunteering here made me feel so welcome and were so kind to me. I loved getting to know and look after all the dogs! It can be hard work at times and sometimes these dogs can test your patience, but to me it was all worth it. Definitely recommend this experience to another traveller in a heartbeat!
22 days ago
Stefanie replied
We are very happy that you enjoyed your time at the Tiny Shelter as much as we enjoyed to host you <3 Thank you again!
Anna
Germany
Me and my friend koni loved our time at the the shelter. All the people that work there greet you everyday with such a nice energy! The work is a lot of fun and the dogs are the best part of it 🐶 The studio we lived in was a very nice accommodation. Some days we overworked a little because, not everything was done at the end of our shift, but it didn't really bother us :) a big thank you to Isabel and Jenny for this amazing time ❤️
27 days ago
Stefanie replied
I'm really sorry that we didn't meet in person. But I know that Jenny and Isabel are saying a huge thank you towards your time and dedication and hope to welcome you one time again.
Tomeu
Spain
This has been a great experience. I have connected with all the dogs and it is very rewarding to help them. The people who work there are very friendly and grateful. The schedule is 3 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon. I recommend this experience. the the shelter is near Albufeira, a beautiful place
about 2 months ago
Stefanie replied
Thank you for your work <3 We hope to see you back again one day.
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