Cuddle with my dog and enjoy social activities in Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  Come and help with some pet sitting and house chores in the Netherlands! Join our family of two - my fun-loving, high-energy doggo and myself - in the heart of Eindhoven.
  
  Timeframe: Undefined, let's see how it goes, but at least 1-2 months.
  
  I’m looking for a positive, dog-loving person with great organization capabilities to share my cozy apartment and lend a hand over the next couple of months in various projects (with potential to extend if it’s a great fit).
  
  You can expect to contribute an average of 4-5 hours per workday, with flexibility to adjust based on our needs and your availability. Tasks may vary from simple dog-sitting or walks to household chores, depending on the day’s needs and your availability. Apart from volunteering, I would be happy to show you Eindhoven, share time while cooking, having meals together, or exchanges about our cultures and experiences.
  
  The ideal person: Dog lover with pet experience (dog training experience is a plus!); Non-smoker with a tidy, low-key lifestyle (expect a quiet, structured, low-stress environment); Reliable, structured, organized, quick learner - can provide references; Fluent in English (Dutch can be a plus)
  
  Extra points for: Shared interests (pets, gaming, social sciences, hiking, creative projects, etc); Working from or enjoy staying home (on office days, most of the work would be to just stay with Bogyó for the day); Driving license (and willingness to drive for chores or going hiking with Bogyó)
  
  About us: You’ll have your own room in a welcoming apartment filled with books, plants, games, and love in the heart of Eindhoven. I’m a social scientist and designer, analytical and creative. The next few months will be very busy for me, which is why I need some extra help. Bogyó has some separation anxiety and difficulty with other dogs, but he is small, bright, enthusiastic, and big-hearted. You’ll likely love him if you love dogs. I’ll provide tips and guidance on managing his separation anxiety to ensure a smooth experience for both of you.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  House & pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Self development

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Pets

  

  Sustainability

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Technology

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  LGBTQ

  

  Events & social

  

  Culture

  

  Charity work

  

  Performing arts

  

  Blogging

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Gardening

  

  Photography

  

  Writing

  

  Plant care

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Books

  

  Art & design

  

  Animals

  

  Hiking

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  There will be several options for social activities and cultural exchange, e.g.: Shared meals and trips, exchanging skills and knowledge through dog training excercises and creative projects (I'm a social scientist and designer, with a broad variety of skills that I'm happy to share), and the option to participate in social events throughout the Netherlands.

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  Help

  Dog care 🐶
  Keeping my dog company, helping with walks, possibly assisting with training and routine care.
  
  Apartment support ✨
  Sharing cleaning, daily chores, and cooking. Extra points if you can help with simple decluttering.
  
  + Creative projects 🎨🌈
  Only if you're interested in co-creating something. While not always an option, when I have the time, I engage in various arts/crafts/volunteer projects, including (board/TTRPG) game design, painting, sewing and knitting, some gardening, writing and advocacy (feminism, neurodivergence, sustainability). Some projects are personal, others non-profit, none are mandatory but can be a nice way to exchange our interests :)

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Hungarian: Fluent
  German: Beginner
  Dutch: 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.
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  Accommodation

  Your own room (with access to a shared bathroom) in a large apartment (for clarification: I only have one extra room, so couples/friends would need to share it). The apartment is in a vibrant yet peaceful area with a nearby park for relaxing walks, and it’s just a short distance from the city center with shops, cafes, and cultural spots. Free internet, well-equipped kitchen and living room (with TV, books, board games).

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  What else ...

  Eindhoven is a bustling city near the German and Belgian borders - making it a perfect start location to explore surrounding countries. It has an airport and a busy train station and is popular with tourists for its museums, tech-related programs, and annual light festival. It is also one of the greenest cities in the Netherlands, with about 30% of the city comprising of parks and green spaces and many nearby hiking trails.
  
  Since I'm flexible on what volunteer works need to be done (with the core responsibility being as simple as being physically in the apartment to keep my dog company for 4-5 days per week), this could be a great opportunity for anyone with a WFH arrangement or wanting to enjoy a gap month/year. House rules are relatively simple: no drugs, no smoking, no(t much) alcohol, no raw meat, be respectful and quiet. I do have preferences in how things are run, but am happy to accommodate reasonable needs by adjusting processes.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  Digital nomads are more than welcome - your accommodation is equipped with access to high speed internet and a work desk. If your schedule is flexible enough, we can compare our agendas and will be able to come up with something that works for both of us.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Bogyó

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