Help us with our adorable stray dogs at an animal shelter on the beautiful Andros island, Greece

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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Details

  • Description

    Description

    NO AVAILABILITY UNTIL DECEMBER 2025.

    The animal shelter was created in 2016 in the little city of Hora on Andros island in the Cyclades.
    Since then, more than 500 dogs have been rescued, neutered and adopted. And more than 1000 stray cats have been neutered also.

    We do our best to rescue animals and place them for adoption.
    We also raise awareness about animal respect and well being, especially with children who love coming at the shelter to cuddle the dogs.

    Our means are limited, but we are happy of the results.
    At the shelter, we usually have no more than 6-8 dogs at the same time.
    They need care, love, food and walks.

    Andros island is a beautiful island with rivers and forests, mountains, beautiful hikes, very kind and welcoming people and secure environment. Our food is very tasty too.
    We need 1 or 2 volunteers, to feed and walk the dogs every day, and clean the shelter (pick up the poop and wash the dog plates). Some other little easy tasks may be required.

    We are asking for 15 hours help per week. In exchange, you get a very comfortable private studio in Hora, close to the shelter, shops, restaurants and bars. Food is not included.

    You will be most of the time independent. So we are looking for responsible autonomous people experienced with dogs.
    You can hitch hike safely on the island. Lots of beautiful beaches and walks around.

    Please check our facebook page - ask us for the link

    Also, please make sure you have a health and accident insurance, as you will be asked to sign an indemnity form on arrival, as we cannot be held responsible in case of a problem occuring during your stay.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Animal Care
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Pets
    Charity work
    Photography
    DIY & crafts
    Animals
    Water sports
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Greek culture, history and language.

    We are very welcoming people, you may learn a bit of greek language, learn how to cook specific dishes.

  • Help

    Help

    Update: We are booked until March 15, 2025.

    We need 1 or 2 volunteers, to feed and walk the dogs every day, and clean the shelter (pick up the poop and wash the dog plates). Some other little easy tasks may be required.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Greek: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    Italian: Intermediate
    Spanish: 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

    Beautiful studio for 1 or 2 persons

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have beautiful beaches and hiking paths in the mountains. It is easy to move by hitch-hiking. Also buses go from Hora to the port of Gavrio where you can take a ferry to visit another island.
    There is a cinema and lots of coffees and bars.

  • A little more information

    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?

    Two

Host ref number: 711473263321

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