Animal Shelter Bardufoss, Norway

4.5
(21 reviews)21

Dog Caretaker 🐾

Help a sustainable project
11 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host
This host has received 4 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature
19 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Practice English
16 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

4h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

In this position your job will be taking care of the dog and spending time with them, you can expect to cuddle and go on walks in the beautiful nature of northern Norway. If you want to you will also have the opportunity to learn how to train them (This is optional) While here you will learn a lot about dogs body language and how to handle and meet their needs, we hope for people willing to help give our furry guests the best stay possible.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Norwegian
  • Between 18 and 30 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • European Union Passport

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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21 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Animal Shelter

4.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 19 Get in touch with nature
  • 16 Practicing English
  • 14 Meeting international travelers
  • 9 Meeting locals
  • 8 Immersing in the local culture
  • 3 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 8 3. Good health and well-being
  • 8 4. Quality education
Angela

Italy

5

It was a wonderful experience. The place, the dogs and the owner are amazing. Be hosted in a small town in the mountain was such an experience i suggest to do. Very lovely and kind people. I appreciate it!

13 days ago

Sophie

Germany

5

Volunteering at the shelter was my first experience with worldpackers and I couldn't have asked for a better one! Konstance and her dad are two of the most lovely people I've ever met and I really enjoyed working with the dogs and learning how to train them. The work hours were absolutely reasonable and Konstance went out of her way to make sure that everyone felt comfortable and not overwhelmed. I had a great time and would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone looking for some quiet downtime!

21 days ago

Giannis

Greece

5

I spent 1,5 months volunteering with the shelter in Bardufoss, Norway, taking care of dogs: feeding them and taking them on daily walks. The work was about 4 hours a day, and the schedule was clear and fair, so I always knew what was expected and still had plenty of free time. Both hosts were welcoming, communicative, and genuinely sweet. I had my own lovely room, with a shared kitchen and bathroom, and felt at home quickly. The best part was spending time with the pups and learning how to train them, along with meeting new people and enjoying such a majestic place. Highly recommend!

28 days ago

Paul

Germany

5

I had a great experience at the shelter! It's located in a small town surrounded by beautiful nature. The work hours were absolutely reasonable, and the facilities are comfortable as well. During my stay I got to visit many cool spots around northern Norway, since I got there by car. The dogs are absolute sweethearts, although some of them can be a handful when you're walking with them. If you're an active person, who wants to get away from your busy life and enjoy the polar day/night, this is the place for you! I'm so grateful for my stay there and I highly recommend this position! :)

5 months ago

Daniela

Spain

5

This was an amazing experience that I won't forget. I had the greatest time here with konstance and her dad, also I really loved being surrounded by all the lovely dogs and the views were incredible. I would love to comeback someday because this was one of the most enchanting and enjoyable experience I've ever had

6 months ago

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