Come and help around a cat and dog shelter in Limassol, Cyprus

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07/12/2021
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2022

Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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We are June and Michael, we moved to Cypus from England in June 2002 and we help the poor cats and dogs that are suffering to survive and avoid cruelty. Since we have been here we have rescued, rehabilitated and rehomed thousands of abandoned and abused cats and dogs and we also run a program of neutering and feeding street cats and dogs. We need dedicated, reliable, responsible volunteers to help with our daily routine, this also includes supervising of animals during your stay. Volunteers must be PASSIONATE about the welfare of cats and dogs. Over 20s only need apply please.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Animal Care
Charity Work
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Discipline, responsibililty, animal care.
Help
You will be responsible for cleaning, feeding, cuddling, walking dogs, playing with animals etc.

Willing to take a couple but we do need people willing to work and not just expect that this is a holiday. People passionate about the welfare and care of animals and prepared to put in the dedication and attention of the animal needs. We need organised, RELIABLE, responsible, hard working individuals.

Hours of work, approx 7-10am, 4-5pm & 10-11pm

Minimum stay of 2 weeks but no maximum.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You will live with us in our home. Will give transfer transport to/from airport. Volunteers will need to arrange/pay own flights and be non-smokers please. You will need to provide your own food and drinks.

We are situated in the mountains where it is peaceful and tranquil with beautiful walks and views around. Village and wineries local. Main town 45 mins away. There is a supermarket nearby. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE NOT NEAR TO TOWNS OR BEACH.
What else ...
Airport pickup and accommodation provided.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
7-10am, 4-5pm, 10-11pm

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Feedback left by and about host (16)

22/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Eve)

Eve was one of our very best volunteers. She put everything in to helping us and caring for the rescue animals. Dedicated and hardworking. We also really enjoyed her company so much so that we felt we could go out some evenings for a drink and let our hair down. Lovely young lady. Hope Eve returns some day not just to help us but be nice to… read more

(Excellent )

21/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Eve) for host

It's been a few months since being back in England, yet everyday I still think about the incredible most awarding time I spent working with June and Michael! From the start they made me feel so welcome in their home and that didn't change through out the month. The work was tough at times especially in the middle of summer, but the love returned… read more

(Excellent )

14/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Carolin)

It was a real pleasure to have your help and company and so hope you will come back soon with a friend :-) The cats and dogs miss you xxx

(Excellent )

13/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Carolin) for host

I spent 2 weeks volunteering in the shelter. It was an incredible experience!
The work can be intense and demanding at times, but the love and gratitude the animals give you in return makes you forget everything else :)
I'm impressed as on how well all the dogs and cats get along, and how they are, in spite of the sometimes cruel lives they had… read more

(Excellent )

13/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Maggie )

Maggie was very helpful and gave all she could to help us take care of all our rescued cats and dogs, unfortunately for her at one of the most stressful times so sadly we were not able to get her out to see the sights which we normally try to do for our volunteers. We also recommend volunteers to take a few days after their volunteering to see… read more

(Very good )

04/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Maggie ) for host

June and Michael are hard working dedicated people. I spent ten days volunteering at the shelter, I'm more of a dog person so I very much enjoyed feeding and walking them as my main tasks. There is a lot of work to do, although it is all easy enough once you get used to the routine. If you are thinking of volunteering at the shelter I recommend… read more

(Very good )

17/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Mikhail) for host

I spent 14 days with Michael and June. Now that I am already at home I think volunteering in the shelter was a good test for me. And a mighty good lesson. Dogs, some of them calm, some of them hyperactive, knocking me off my feet when I bring food for them; many cats and kittens in want of cuddling, as they were homeless a little while ago and now… read more

(Excellent )

13/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Steven)

Thank you Steven. Sorry you could not stay longer but we wish to say a big thank you for all your help and support. It was a real pleasure having you stay with us and give your time to help the cats and dogs in our care. I know they miss you! Very best wishes for the future, you are always welcome back any time.

(Excellent )

12/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Steven) for host

Due to personal time restrictions I was only able to stay with June and Micheal for about a week and a half, but I had such an amazing experience whilst I was there.

June and Micheal are incredible people who devote so much of their own time and money into looking after a large number of cats and dogs in need.

There was a lot of work to be… read more

(Excellent )

02/01/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Kelsey)

Kelsey stayed for 2 weeks with us in our home to help us take care of all our rescued cats and dogs. She is a lovely lady and willing to help when and how she can. We enjoyed sharing our home with her and thank her for her help and support.

(Excellent )

06/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Karina Venneberg) for host

I spent 7 weeks volunteering at this house and came out with an experience that I will treasure forever. It has been so character building and maturing, and I can never thank June and Michael enough for letting me into their home and sharing a little part of their life with me.

If you are looking for real firsthand experience with running a… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Karina Venneberg)

We can't thank Karina enough for her hard work and commitment to the animals as well as to us. She put all she could into helping and caring for the animals as well as being a general helper around the home. We enjoyed having her around and being part of our family and personal life also and hope one day she will come and stay with us again. … read more

(Excellent )

30/09/2014

Left by Workawayer (Ryan & Kalina) for host

It is a shame that we were only able to spent 3 weeks here, helping with all the animals that were lucky enough to be rescued by June and Micheal. They are a wonderful couple that sacrificed their life to helping abandoned, sick and abused cats and dogs in Cyprus. Animals there need constant attention and care but amount of love and appreciation… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan & Kalina)

Kalina and Ryan were so helpful in every way as well as friendly and easy going. We enjoyed having them stay in our home and they were great with caring for the animals we rescue, relieving a lot of stress for us. They were forthcoming in helping any way they could, even a little gardening and painting. They are always welcome to come and stay… read more

(Excellent )

02/05/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Molly)

Molly was a real joy to have in our home and gave so much help to the animals and also us. Thank you Molly, hope you will come back some day x

(Excellent )

02/05/2014

Left by Workawayer (Molly) for host

This couple are amazing and it is so rewarding to work here. Just be prepared to work hard and your results will show!

(Excellent )

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