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Experience life at a cage-free dog and cat resort in Muskoka’s cottage country. Volunteers help support the daily routines of a working animal care environment, including maintaining clean pet spaces and helping keep the resort organized and running smoothly. In return, enjoy forests, lakes, and the peaceful Muskoka landscape whilst staying in a fully equipped apartment.
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United Kingdom
I spent 4 weeks at the shelter. The site is gorgeous. I was in apartment 2 and it was fantastic, super comfy, spacious and great amenities. The work is pretty much checking in and out the dogs, feeding and cleaning. Also Lisa (host) might ask for some simple additional tasks. The dogs and owners are lovely and I enjoyed getting to know them all. Unfortunately there is no access to a car anymore due to licencing changes. It is fairly remote but there is bike access and cabs. Huntsville town is 10 mins drive away and I could hitch in easily (not advised ofc....)
3 days ago
Czech Republic
I enjoyed my experience in HappyTails! The job is not hard, its mostly cleaning, moving dogs to different yards, feeding and doing check-ins and check-outs. If you like dogs you will enjoy it! The apartments are very well equipped. There was two of us for the volunteering . Im not super sure if I would like it as much if I was there alone, because the car is no longer available for volunteers and the walk to the town is long. We caught a high season and not enough helpers, so it was mostly more than 20 hours work per week. Lisa tried to find us stuff to do, that was very nice!
about 2 months ago
Mexico
It was a fantastic experience; although there were a few tense moments, they were resolved without any issues. Lisa always offered words of encouragement. She is a great person ✨️🫶 I arrived without knowing English—I only knew a few very basic words and phrases—but I feel they helped me overcome my fear of speaking the language. A word of advice: you really need to understand a bit of English for the volunteer work, as there were times when I couldn't understand something and Lisa would get frustrated. Greetings to Lisa, Kent, Margaret, Benny, Elsa, and Rudy (I miss you all)🫂🐶❤️
3 months ago
Brazil
My experience was very good, I loved the region, Lisa is very friendly and welcoming, the apartments she provides are wonderful with great comfort, meals are plentiful, nothing is lacking. The work itself is very relaxed, it has all the necessary conditions to be carried out. I hope to return many more times.
5 months ago
Thank you, Eddy! It a pleasure getting to know you. I am grateful for all the positivity you bring with everywhere with you, and wishing you every success on reaching top level in your English and your future in Marine Biology at an International level. I too hope this is the beginning of many return visits and a long friendship.
Puerto Rico
Lisa is very welcoming and accommodating, she really takes the time to get to know her helpers. We had regular family style dinners and played card games. Sometimes Lisa's directions during work are a bit overwhelming but she means well
5 months ago
Thank you, Jennalee. It was a pleasure having you as part of the Happy Tails family. Your kindness, maturity, strong work ethic, and willingness to help wherever needed made a real difference every day. Anyone would be fortunate to have you on their team, and I have no doubt you will be successful in whatever path you choose next. Wishing you all the very best for the future. I gave you a 5 out of 5 in my review because you are.
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