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Hello,
My name is Branka and I run a dog shelter and farm in the countryside near the capital of Montenegro.
Montenego is a wonderful country whose beauty will leave you speechless. It is also a country with traditional values.
My friends describe me in a few words: work, order, discipline. Sometimes I think that's not a compliment at all :)
For myself, i can say:
I love archeology, history, holticulture, working in the garden, long walks through the forest. I spend every free moment in nature. I always set myself new challenges. I especially appreciate honest people who show initiative in work.
I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to host volunteers from all over the world, so I have an obligation to clearly state all the important information so that this will be a wonderful experience for all of us!
A request to all potential volunteers who plan to visit this place: please read all the information carefully.
This is not an ideal place if: you work online, the barking of dogs bothers you, you have an allergy to dog hair, you have a strong reaction in contact with grass or you have an allergy to pollen, for those who are vegans, and especially for those who prefer a bustling city with many social activities because we are in the middle of the countryside and this place can be a bit isolating for those who do not have their own vehicle.
The main condition for us to be your host is that you have a driver's license, drive a manual car and are comfortable driving a car with a closed cargo space (Reanaul Kango, see picture in the gallery). Taking this into consideration, if you say you have a driver's license for me it means you know how to drive.
On a daily basis, we sometimes have to travel 50 km, I have to count on you to feel confident while driving.
This is a village in the true sense of the word, so we give priority to volunteers who have already lived and worked on the farm. Every day we have to work with animals and in the garden, something is always being built. Of course, we are happy to host volunteers who come from the city and have no experience in these jobs, but practice has shown that it can be a challenge for them.
Although this is a personal matter for several reasons I have to mention it. I had cancer in the past, now I am doing great, although all the treatments still left consequences. Also, I am 52 years old. I have to count on you to be able to do things that I can't do. That is why it is important for me that the volunteers do not have problems that prevent them in simple physical activities - after all, this is a village where there is a lot of work, not only in the dog shelter.
It's always good that we all know our limits and be honest with each other, to avoid disappointments with our expectations.
*We do not cover insurance costs for volunteers and we do not send invitation letters.
*We are a non-profit organization and do not have paid positions for volunteers.
*Cigarettes: Only allowed in the open area.
*Alcohol: Allowed in normal quantities, at the end of the helping day.
*Meals: Despite the fact that I am on a special diet, (I eat fish but not meat and meat products), the volunteers and I find recipes and prepare food that suits everyone.
Of course, we can share the vegetables that I grow in the garden and all the products that come from the farm. We also share the cost of other extra food we buy. Depending on the seasons, we change the menu.
We have a small separate space for volunteers prepared for all the basic necessities, and it is intended for volunteers who come as a couple or as a single person.
If you come as a family with a camper, the camper must have a toilet. You have the possibility to use my washing machine. You can also use my bathroom, but only for a shower. You have a secured parking space and access to water and electricity. The shelter is secured by gates and CCTV.
The maximum time you can volunteer is 15 days. Then we have the opportunity to host more volunteers.
(The exception is the winter period and the position related to working with dogs).
The time I expect volunteers to help is a maximum of 5 hours a day, 5 days a week, 2 days off. (Days off are Saturday and Sunday).
Since we take care of the animals, we work for a few hours in the morning and one hour in the afternoon.
Depending on the season, the jobs and the time we do these jobs change.
Now a little information about my plans and positions for volunteers:
* I need the help of volunteers who have concrete experience in construction work. This means you know how to handle all kinds of tools. If you come for this position, I don't expect you to have to work with the animals.
* Helping with animals: Please keep in mind that helping with animals does not depend on the weather, animals need to be taken care of during the whole year. You must be comfortable around dogs and all the tasks involving their care, so you need to be open to getting your hands dirty. During the winter months, priority is given to volunteers who can stay for a longer period and who already have experience working with dogs.
* In July and August, the temperatures here are extremely high. Please keep this in mind if you are not used to working in high temperatures. Helping in these circumstances can be difficult. That's why we start the day very early in the morning and then resume help later in the evening.
I look forward to your arrival and the wonderful memories we will have!Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
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Montenegro is a small country but with a lot of variety. Mountains, sea, plains, you can do a lot of things; hiking, water and outdoor sports, Montenegro has many national parks. At the shelter you will benefit from contact with the animals (dogs) and the nature.
Projekte mit Kindern
Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.
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Remark:
To work with dogs, you need to have previous experience.
Walking the dogs, cleaning there kennels, preparing their food and feeding the dogs.
Doing groceries.
Volunteers profile 2
Who has experience in construction work.
Volunteers profile 3
Who has experience in gardening.
Please write which profile you are applying for when sending a message.Sprachen
Gesprochene Sprachen
Serbo-Croatian: Fließend
Englisch: Gute KenntnisseDieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
Improve my english.Unterkunft
I have a private space reserved for a couple or a solo traveler. It's a room with wifi that includes a bed, some space for storage, a small table with a chair, a shower, sink and toilet, and some basic kitchen equipment (like a kettle, dishes and cuttlery), but not a full kitchen (we cook in my kitchen). This room also has air conditioning for the summer and a wood stove for the winter. Please keep in mind that this space is next to the dog kennels, so you need to be prepared for some barking, especially in the early morning when they get fed.
I also have the possibility to host an extra volunteer (a girl) in my house. We can arrange a space for her in my living room, separate from my own bedroom.Was noch ...
The capital, Podgorica, is 20 minutes away by car or 40 minutes by foot and bus.
Mountains and sea accessible in 1 hour drive.Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
I have available space for volunteers coming with their campervans and sleeping in them. They must have and use the toilet in their campervan, but they can use the kitchen and shower in my house if they need to.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
mehr als zwei
Arbeitszeiten
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week. Your free time is on weekends - Saturdays and Sundays, and then you can travel and explore the beauties of Montenegro
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The place is close to Podgorica and Lake Skadar so it is easy to explore around in your free time.
Comfortable accommodation with private bathroom and everything you need.
Branka is friendly and has good sense of humour, she care about guests and prepare good meals.
I totally… read more
His previous… read more
W tym miejscu dane mi było spędzić osiem dni, podczas, których wydarzyło… read more
Every moment she spent here is worth remembering.
The incredibly delicious food she prepared, wonderful character, always positive, full of understanding, well-mannered, perfectly… read more
Despite the age difference, we had a lot of common topics. Her help in working with dogs was especially valuable to me.
Also, she helped me a lot while we were visiting the vet, etc. Unbelievable driving skills :).
I highly… read more
Durant ces un peu plus de deux semaines, j'ai pu aider Branka au quotidien pour le nourrissage et le nettoyage du lieu de vie des chiens et plus ponctuellement pour le nettoyage de printemps ou des tâches domestiques.
Branka est une… read more
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The place is close to Podgorica and Lake Skadar so it is easy to explore around in your free time.
Comfortable accommodation with private bathroom and everything you need.
Branka is friendly and has good sense of humour, she care about guests and prepare good meals.
I totally… read more
His previous… read more
W tym miejscu dane mi było spędzić osiem dni, podczas, których wydarzyło… read more
Every moment she spent here is worth remembering.
The incredibly delicious food she prepared, wonderful character, always positive, full of understanding, well-mannered, perfectly… read more
Despite the age difference, we had a lot of common topics. Her help in working with dogs was especially valuable to me.
Also, she helped me a lot while we were visiting the vet, etc. Unbelievable driving skills :).
I highly… read more
Durant ces un peu plus de deux semaines, j'ai pu aider Branka au quotidien pour le nourrissage et le nettoyage du lieu de vie des chiens et plus ponctuellement pour le nettoyage de printemps ou des tâches domestiques.
Branka est une… read more
I hope I will have the opportunity to see them again.
Thank you for everything!
Nous avons aidé Branka d'une part dans les tâches du quotidien et d'autre part à carreler les box des chiens. Les enfants ont été impliqués dans les tâches à leur mesures (environ 1 à 2 heures par jour).
Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Branka. Nous étions en… read more
La relación con Branka siempre fue buena, se preocupo por darnos lo mejor, de pasar algun tiempo con nosotros y saber que estabamos de acuerdo en las tareas que íbamos a hacer.
Sobre el trabajo es facil de llevar, generalmente durante la mañana salvo algunas ocasiones que tuvimos alguna… read more
Branca is a positive, full of energy and cheerful person and a generous host. We were pleasantly surprised by the seriousness of the host’s approach to receiving volunteers. We were provided with all the conditions for… read more
Branka her dogs are also… read more
I enjoyed taking care of… read more
Although she is young, she learns very quickly and she takes initiative.
She respected the Montenegrin culture and it was a pleasure for me to host her.
Jolien helped me with the dogs and did an amazing job. Her cooking skills were also very nice. I would be more than happy to host her again,… read more
We created a workshop, helped with the dogs, helped with driving tasks and made a rabbit hutch for Bobby the rabbit(we hope he's comfortable)
Branka cooked some lovely meals for us which we ate together and had some good… read more
I had a chance to learn a bit about Australia and his passions. His communication was great and i was glad to have him here.
Nevertheless I was very happy preparing garden beds by adding organic matter to the clay- like soil, recycling wooden pallets, and tidying up other outside areas.
The accommodation was… read more
They spent time helping in the garden and painting and also we cooked some lovely meals together, I would love to have them back any time and they are always… read more
My wife and I were travelling with our daughter and Branka welcomed us into her home and shelter with open arms.
The shelter is… read more