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Come and help us to look after our Belgian shepherds (dogs) near Milan, Italy

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  • Last activity : 24 Feb 2025

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    Hello dear Workawayer! We are Laura and Giancarlo, a couple living in a little village in the countryside between Lodi and Milan, in Lombardy, Italy. Our daughter has experienced Workaway as a traveller and so we we've been inspired to do the same... staying at home.
    We have a house with a garden with a fishpond, lovely flowers and trees. We love animals and we live with two cats, Yuki and Kyoko, and with two Belgian shepherds, Tache and Kayla.
    We are both employees and work full-time in the hinterland of Milan, therefore we need help above all with dog-sitting, as Belgian shepherds don't like to be left alone and need the constant company of their "flock".
    We'll also need some help with housekeeping and gardening, depending on the season.
    Our house is close to those of our mothers, who leave alone, and may need some help as well, such as be given a ride to the supermarket or somewhere around. That's why it's better if you have a driving license. We have a spare car (when our daughter doesn't need it) that we can lend you, also during your free hours or week-ends.
    If you don't want to take the car, our village is well connected by bus to a train station and to the underground station towards Milan.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Elderly Companionship
    General Maintenance
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Animal Care
    Language practice
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Staying with us you'll have the opportunity to learn Italian, of course, and Italian cooking, if you are interested. We can take you around to visit museums or exhibitions or for a nice evening at "Navigli".
    Laura is interested in holistic topics and may share her experiences with you. Giancarlo is a more practical guy and may teach you about gardening and general maintenance. He's also a good ice-skating teacher.
    We also have an apartment on the Blue Coast, in France, so you may also visit that wonderful seaside area with us, if we happen to have some days of vacation or a long week-end.
    But above all, you will find an unforgettable companionship in our pets!

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We ask your help for 4-5 hours a day, from Monday to Friday. You will be mainly busy taking care of our dogs. Even if we have a garden, we would like them to have at least a walk of around 45 minutes every day. You'll need to know how to handle this kind of dogs, that are quite effusive and will soon get to consider you as a member of their virtual flock. We also need you to be very gentle with the dogs when you leave them alone. It may take you some time to find your way to get away from home without hearing them crying.
    A little light work will be asked to you day by day, depending on the necessities, in the house (cleaning, hanging the linen, ironing) or outside. Starting from Spring, work in the garden increases. You may also help in the vegetable garden, or picking up fruits. Also the "grandmothers" may need some help during the day, for some rides or errands.
    You'll be free to decide each day if you want to work during the morning or the afternoon, we only ask to let us know the evening before.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Italian: Fluent
    Gaelic (Scottish): Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have a room for yourself (while the bathroom will be shared with us) and free use of the sitting-room, kitchen, laundry room etc.
    We shall have dinners together while, when we are at work (we leave very early in the morning), you can cook breakfast and lunch for yourself (we'll leave you enough supplies for that). During week-ends, if you are not going to visit other places, we can have all meals together and we can also show you the beauties of the surroundings.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Milan is one of the most important cities of the North of Italy, and it will fascinate you both for its lively nightlife and cultural experiences of every kind, not to mention international environment and... wonderful food. From there you'll be easily able to visit other towns of the North, such as Venice, Verona, Turin, the beautiful lake districts and, with the high speed train, you will also get quite quickly to Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

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The image shows a woman posing for a selfie with a large dog, both looking at the camera, in front of a wall with framed pictures.
The image shows a small, fluffy dog with a long tail and short legs, likely a puppy, standing on a wooden floor, possibly in a living room or den.
The image shows a dog, likely a German Shepherd, standing in front of a fence with a grassy field behind it. The dog is looking at the camera with its mouth open.
A man and woman are standing in front of a house, with the man holding a fishing rod and the woman holding a fishing net. They are both wearing casual clothing and are standing on a grassy area.
The image shows a room with a table and chairs, featuring a large window, a fireplace, and a bookshelf, with a neutral color scheme and a simple, elegant design.
The image shows a cat sitting on a table, gazing at the camera with its mouth open, showcasing its teeth and tongue in a playful and curious pose.
The image depicts a man and his dog sitting together in a grassy field on a sunny day, with the man wearing a blue shirt and the dog sporting a blue leash.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a body of water, trees, and a clear sky, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The scene is likely a park or a lake.
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The image depicts an orange and white cat lying on its back on a tiled floor, with its head stuck in a black metal stand holding sunflowers.
The image shows a living room with a couch, coffee table, and TV stand, featuring a large window and a door, with a neutral color scheme and modern design.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a small pond with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene autumn scene, featuring a tree-lined path with vibrant yellow and orange leaves, surrounded by fallen leaves on the ground.
The image shows a house with a large tree in front, a fence, and a road. The house has a gable roof and a chimney, and there is a small patch of grass in front of the house.
The image depicts a woman in a navy blue hoodie embracing a large dog with a long coat, set against a scenic backdrop of trees and rolling hills.

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