Help out with stray animals and a private shelter in Stari Bar, Montenegro

Montenegro

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Description
We are an English speaking couple, who have just moved to Montenegro. I am vegan, my partner eats meat. We have rescue dogs and cats in our home. We have a small private shelter and would love to have you help.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Animal Care
Charity Work
Help with Computers/ Internet
Projects involving children
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Montenegro is a very beautiful diverse country. Fabulous mountains and spectacular coast line, all within easy reach. We live just on the outskirts of Bar.
Help
We are looking for a wide range of general skills to help our small private animal shelter! We are also updateing our house we need help with sanding down walls, windows frame, painting. Also gardening, e.g, weeding, strimming, chopping wood. Help with house work, dog sit..

Any specialist skills in, e.g, gardening, renovation, electrical installation, plumbing work would be helpful. The possibilities are too many too list, so please let us know.
Must be a animal lover as we foster dogs and cats
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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
Bedrooms.
What else ...
We are ten minutes drive from the center of BAR with night life and swimming. Lots of walks around our area. Bus service 20 minutes walk from the house
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
Must be cat and dog friendly
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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03/01/2021

Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host

It was a very good experience for me to work at this animal shelter. Chris and Una are very nice and devoted people who do EVERYTHING for their animals. I spent 2 weeks in November 2020 there with my boyfriend Bogdan and during our stay there were around 25-30 dogs and a few cats there. The animals have a very good life there, they are provided… read more

(Very good )

20/12/2020

Left by Workawayer (Bogdan) for host

This review will be for the shelter in Montenegro where we worked in early to mid-November for about two weeks.

The compound consists of a two story villa and a rather large yard. The ground floor of the villa consists of a living room, a kitchen, a small toilet and a garage and the top floor consists of four bedrooms and a toilet. The yard has a… read more large open space and a few closed ones.

Our daily tasks were to clean inside the villa and in the yard and to feed some of the animals.

There were about two dozen dogs and a few cats around when we were there. Some of dogs moved freely inside the villa and outside, some of the dogs were kept only in the closed spaces of the yard and the cats moved pretty much everywhere. Now, when I had my dog I used to bathe her around one time per month, I used to groom her every three days or so and I used to wash her before we got back inside. None of these things happened there, which in a way is understandable due to the high number of animals but this is something to keep in mind in case you have problems with dust and hair.

A few other things to keep in mind: sometimes when we wanted to have breakfast, or dinner, many dogs (and sometimes even some cats) came in the kitchen; this made moving around and preparing food quite difficult and it also stirred up a lot of dust (from their fur, from their paws and from the floor) and hair which landed everywhere around. And while dogs are discouraged from getting their paws up on the kitchen furniture, on the cooker and on the sink the cats are not. They will walk everywhere anytime.

The top floor was off-limits for most animals but a few dogs and cats. Our room was on this floor. The only problem here was that the outside door, the balcony door did not have a handle so it could not be closed properly, it also did not have bugnet protection. This was a problem because a lot of flies would get in. No other rooms in the villa are protected with bugnet doors or bugnet windows but there are anti-insect options here and there. We were not provided with any.

The bathroom on the upper floor was kept clean and everything worked fine.

There is only one washing machine downstairs where all things (including dog towels and rags) are being washed. This was another daily task.

Our hosts, Una and Chris were very nice and friendly. They always tried to accommodate us, they always tried to provide and when we said that we wanted to leave earlier than expected they were very understanding. They love dogs and are treating them very very good. Chris spends hours cooking for them every day. This is basically dog paradise.The dogs themselves are incredible!!! You might have picked up that I might not like having them inside the kitchen (not so many anyway) but I loved having them around everywhere else, and walking around the area with them. I began to miss them minutes after we left. The pantry is very well stocked with food for which you only need to ask once.

My advice is that if you like animals and are ok with some of the living conditions that I mentioned earlier then go there and help! I strongly recommend it!

Thank you for reading this!

And thank you Chris and Una for giving us the chance to stay with you and to help.

(Very good )

29/08/2020

Left by Workawayer (Rodrigo & Carolyne) for host

It was our first workaway experience, it could not have been a better one. We felt really comfortable with them, and of course with all the dogs, cats and little puppies running around, who we still miss a lot. We enjoyed staying and working with them, there were always different things we could help, but at the same time they really cared about… read more

(Excellent )

24/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Sara & Sebastian) for host

It has been a wonderful experience to can help this beautiful couple in their beautiful proyect. I never have seem, someone loving animals that much. They are always trying todo give a good Life for those animals! They were so nice to me, make me feel like home. I hope to see you again at some point. I strongly recommend to voluntering here!… read more

(Excellent )

05/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)

Mark is a gentleman, extremely friendly, hard working and willing to go the extra where and when need. He was a pleasure to have around I wish him all the best in his travels.

(Excellent )

27/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host

I stayed with Una for a short time, but from the moment that I arrived I felt that doing her garden would be a way to give to Una and her beloved dogs and cats an oportunity to have a better place to live in. It was my way to add some effort to Una's rescue work.
I loved the place, the animals, the time with Una and short time with Chris. They… read more

(Excellent )

29/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host

We had a wonderful time at Una's and Chris's home! We stayed for almost two weeks, and suddenly found our hearts extending to more than 20 new furry friends. It's unbelievable how fast you can grasp the distinct personality of different dogs... They're really putting all their energy and love into this.
Within our tasks, we helped clearing the… read more

(Excellent )

24/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Steven) for host

I spent a great 1.5 weeks with una and Chris in Montenegro. They provided very flexible work hours which consisted of yard work and caring for the dogs. They are both great people to talk with and are very open minded and thoughtful which made for an amazing time with them at their stray rescue. The work they put in for these animals was amazing… read more

(Excellent )

12/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Rahel)

Rahel was a pleasure to have stay with us. Very eager to get on with the work, great with our animals. Very friendly young women and a delight to have around. I would recommend her and wish her the best of luck in her new upcoming adventures

(Excellent )

08/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Rahel) for host

Una, Chris and the four-legged friends are great! My stay at the house was the outcome of some unexpected changes in my travel. I wasn't in a too good shape or mood when I arrived. But they all made me feel really at home. It was a great experience! Of course it was heartbreaking to leave.
Wish you all the best and hope to see you again :)

(Excellent )

26/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Guillermo Alberto & Eva-Maria) for host

We spent approximately three weeks with Una and Chris, and we had a really amazing time in Montenegro. They are a very friendly, fun, cultured and open-minded couple. We had many interesting conversations, we learned and laughed a lot. The place is full of dogs and young puppies, rescued from the street, cats and Nora the bat, fed and trained by… read more

(Excellent )

22/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Camila & David) for host

Our stay in this place was very positive. The nature is beautiful and the atmosphere was harmonious. They are very kind people and their work with rescued dogs is admirable. This place is highly recommended if you want calmness, independence and if you are an animal lover. Helping Chris and Una became a pleasure. Thank you for everything and we… read more

(Excellent )

11/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Luise & Elena) for host

Dear Una and Chris,
it's been a long time since we left Slowenia. In the meantime Luise and me were traveling through many countries. We met many interesting and kind people. But still there is not really something to compare with the one short week we spent at your place. You've been our first Workaway project and we can understand, why people… read more

(Excellent )

01/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Eden) for host

I thought Jacob's review would link to me too but since it didn't I thought I'd leave my own! We had such an incredible time staying with Chris and Una and all the animals. I couldn't recommend the experience more. The work was rewarding, varied and always fair, and we loved spending our down time chatting and cooking with Una and Chris and the… read more

(Excellent )

22/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Elisa) for host

I stayed 2 weeks in Chris & Una's little "cottage". They are without a doubt welcoming and benevolent people always concerned about the well being of the community. I felt like home as they cared for and had a great time with all the "family", talkative and open minded people. The location is wonderful, the accomodation was very comfy and the food… read more

(Excellent )

19/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jacob) for host

Una and Chris are the best! We had a ripper time getting to know them and all their many animals. The place immediately felt like home with great mealtime conversations. There were three other workawayers with us and together it felt like a big family; even though we only stayed a week. SO hard to say goodbye and will be sure to stay in… read more

(Excellent )

08/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)

We very much enjoyed Moya and Caroline's company, they are very friendly chatty girls who would cheer up any household with their wonderful sence of humor and adventure. Both worked very hard and were eager to learn new skills without hesitation. Nothing was a problem for them even when it came to searching for our old dog Harry who got lost in… read more

(Excellent )

27/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host

Una and Chris and so generous, kind-hearted, and all around lovely people. Moya and I spent 2 weeks with them but wish we could have stayed longer. The conversation was always great and we felt right at home the whole time. I would recommend them to any workaways!

(Excellent )

08/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (catherine & rowan)

We really enjoyed having Catherine and Rowan stay with us. Would highly recommend theses two, they work like Trojans. Both work well as individuals or together. We did not have to teach them as they seemed very know what to when it can to working on the land. They worked very hard and were always eager to participate. It was a pleasure to have two… read more

(Excellent )

16/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (catherine & rowan) for host

We had a wonderful time at this workaway! Una and Chris were fantastic hosts, they accepted us at short notice and made us feel welcome straight away. They're down to earth and so easy to talk to and always up for a laugh so we loved hanging out with them in the evenings and chatting about absolutely anything. They live in such a beautiful part of… read more

(Excellent )

22/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Hannah & Dominic ) for host

We had a great time volunteering for Una and Chris, and all the wonderful dogs & cats!! This is the perfect experience if you are a dog lover! We wish we could of stayed for longer than 5 days.

We enjoyed two days of dog sitting, whilst Una and Chris took a dog for surgery, and performed varied tasks around their land, such as planting garlic… read more

(Excellent )

12/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Cristian) for host

Excellent WorkAway experience. Plenty of work to do around the house in exchange for good food enjoyed in the company of Chris and Una. Place is a bit isolated, however the hosts have DVDs and books for leisure time.

(Excellent )

25/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Darren & Rosanna)

Darren stayed with us for a few weeks, we really enjoyed having him around. Darren is a great worker, he has a bottomless pit of energy! Not afraid to get his hands dirty. Enjoys learning new skills. Darren works very well a lone or under instruction, he is also a very good team leader. Darren participated in the household chores and made some… read more

(Excellent )

25/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Darren & Rosanna) for host

It was bloody great staying with Una, Chris and all their weird and wonderful dogs! In the end I think I stayed there a month and the whole time I felt welcomed and valued. They put me up in an amazing guest house of theirs with everything I could ever ask for. Felt like 5 star accommodation with its awesome balcony and sweet views all across the… read more

(Excellent )

29/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Sam & Vicki)

Sam and Vicky work very well as a team or on a individual basis. They are both very hard workers, good company and are not afraid to try new things. Becky is great for the finer details and Sam for the long hard slog. They both contributed well to the house hold duties and are good team players. We wish them all the best for the future.

(Excellent )

29/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)

Becky, is a very sweet girl with a great sence of humor . A good worker and a pleasure to have around. She takes direction easy and will try to find jobs to do if left to her own devises. Becky contributed well to the shared house hold duties and i would highly recommend her. We wish her well on all her future travels.

(Excellent )

13/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host

Chris and Una are funny, easy going and generous hosts :) they are easy to talk to and very animal friendly. I enjoyed working with the Lavender and spending the evenings watching films with them :D also I loved the hiking in the Halozan hills its a beautiful undiscovered part of Slovenia. Id love to return one day and recommend as a workaway! And… read more

(Excellent )

06/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host

Chris and Una were my first workaway hosts and it was a great first experience. Generous, easy-going and welcoming people in a beautiful bit of the world. highly recommend staying here for a taste of simple living

(Excellent )

19/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)

We would highly recommend Tom, not only is he a very hard worker, he was our best worker to date.
He is very easy to get along with and good company. Does everything well that you ask him to do and more. What more can you ask for :)

(Excellent )

21/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Victor & Madli)

Victor and Medley are a delightful hard working couple. Easy to be around. Quick learners and hard workers. They kept their accommodation very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed having them stay with us.

(Excellent )

02/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Victor & Madli) for host

We stayed about 10 days at una and chris' place in October and itwas a wonderful first Workaway experience! They are very nice and relax people and we could enjoy very nice dinners and talks with them :) work mainly consisted n helping with lavender's plantations and a bit of helping at the house in Ptuj. We also did some dog sitting which… read more

(Excellent )

21/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (David & Jody)

We enjoyed having Jody and David stay with us.
They worked hard and are very easy going friendly people. They are what they say they are a lovely couple and a delight to have around

(Excellent )

11/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (David & Jody) for host

We stayed here for about two weeks, it was a great experience all in all, una and Chris are fantastic hosts, the work is great, lots of different skills to learn. Food is great, Chris is a great cook and caters for all needs. We thank you for the great experience we had, and we hope to come back soon, take care.

(Excellent )

21/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Joris)

We enjoyed having Joris staying with us. He is a really hard worker and eager to learn. He worked long and hard and done more than we expected of him.
We wish him all the best on his future travels.

(Excellent )

16/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Joris) for host

Una and Chris were my first venture into workaway and they made it a great experience. They provided great accomodations and food and merely asked I keep busy in return. They allowed me all the freedom I could want to wander around on the weekends and also took me along into Ptuj with them a couple of times. I stayed with them for three weeks and… read more

(Excellent )

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