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We are an older British couple living in the centre of Lisbon, Portugal. We need some help with looking after our dogs - some dog-sitting involved. You REALLY have to love dogs!! We also need someone who is happy to do some cleaning and cooking.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Technology
Politics / Social justice
Events & social
Sustainability
Pets
Culture
Movies & TV
Plant care
Music
History
Books
Art & design
Photography
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Architecture
Writing
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Fitness
Dancing
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are native English speakers and I have qualifications in teaching English. Lisbon is a fascinating city with a lot going on - there is lots to explore! We enjoy talking with people and sharing meals with them.
Help
We basically need some helping hands! We live six flights up in an apartment block overlooking the river Tagus and need to take our dogs out four times a day. Hoping someone can help out with this and also do some dog-sitting while my husband and I go out occasionally.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We can help you with your English! We are trying to improve our Portuguese and Spanish!
Accommodation
You would have your own room with a small sitting room and your own bathroom - a separate private space.
What else ...
We are used to having people staying with us! We love it! Over the years we have had students, family, and friends of family staying. We are relaxed and easy-going. This is an opportunity for exploring an amazing city - museums, art galleries, events as well as just sightseeing. Public transport is cheap and easy and Lisbon is also a great city to explore on foot. We live in a large apartment overlooking the river with a green space in front of us.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
There is plenty of space - tables and rooms and comfortable chairs - for working. You can pick your spot!
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Canela (10 years)
Canela is a small friendly dog! She is a mixed breed Portuguese rescue dog who recently lost her life-long companion called Tiago. She is a bit lonely and anxious when she is left as she was used to having company. Canela is quiet and easygoing and happy to curl up with you! She is a sweet dog!
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From minute 1 they made me feel like one of them; always there for me when I needed'em, no matter what. Barbara and Doug helped me to be part of many local activities, and that was amazing cause I got the chance to feel like part of the community even if it was only for a short period. The… read more
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From minute 1 they made me feel like one of them; always there for me when I needed'em, no matter what. Barbara and Doug helped me to be part of many local activities, and that was amazing cause I got the chance to feel like part of the community even if it was only for a short period. The… read more
