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Volunteering at Pico Dogs means becoming part of a heartfelt mission to transform the lives of abandoned and elderly dogs on Pico Island. Your day will start walking the dogs in the hills viewing the ocean, followed by feeding and caring for them. Occasionally clean the garden and go shopping for supplies. 🕗 Daily hours: 8–12 morning & 3–5 afternoon 🌴 Free time 2 days off per week: Explore the island, relax and hop on a boat tour!
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France
It was my first volunteering experience and I am extremely happy to have done it in Picodogs! I spent an incredible month in the company of animals that are super cuddly! They give you so much love that you don't feel like you're working. The island is great and I had the opportunity to go see whales and swim with dolphins thanks to Dania. 100% recommend this experience that I will never forget!
6 days ago
Switzerland
I had the best time at the shelter because of the people and the animals. The coworkers are super nice and welcoming, and the animals are very friendly and cuddly. The work felt meaningful, and I'm so happy I could make a difference for these animals. Dania also gave me the opportunity to go on trips with CW, which made my stay even more special! The only thing I would mention is that having a car would have made getting around easier, as public transportation is somewhat limited. Overall, I'm incredibly grateful for this experience and will always remember my time at the shelter!
about 1 month ago
Hungary
I had an amazing experience working at the shelter i would recommend it to all who loves spending time with animals. The tasks were mainly feeding, cleaning, walking the shelter and also I got to spend plenty of time with the animals. The location of the shelter was amazing it was outside of the city in the nature. The staff house was clean and comfortable and everyone i lived and worked with was very nice. Sometimes I had some tension within the team. Dania also gave me the chance to go whale watching and swimming with dolphins it was incredible.
2 months ago
United Kingdom
I had an amazing time volunteering with the shelter and would highly recommend this experience. It was lovely getting to spend so much time with the animals (as the tasks were mostly feeding and cleaning there was plenty of time to play). The shelter is in a beautiful location as well, so you are surrounded by nature as you work. The staff house was clean and comfortable, and everyone I lived/worked with was friendly and welcoming. Dania is a wonderful host and ensured that during my stay I had everything I needed, as well as the chance to go whale watching/swimming with dolphins. Thank you!
3 months ago
Italy
This experience was truly magical. I grew very attached to the shelter and cats and felt I was making a real difference in their lives. These animals deserve all the love and care they can get! Dania also gave me the chance to enjoy unforgettable experiences, such as whale watching and swimming with dolphins. The staff house was comfortable, and having access to a car was very helpful. Overall, my experience was very positive. Despite a few minor tensions within the volunteer team, I learned a lot and am grateful for this opportunity. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves animals!
5 months ago
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