Dog sitting in our cozy home near the sea in Marina di Massa, Italy

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  Description

  Hi! We are a married couple living in a small, cozy house near the sea in beautiful Tuscany, Italy. We are passionate dog lovers and share our home with four wonderful dogs — three males and one female.
  
  They are all adults — actually, we could say they’re seniors, ranging from 8 to 12 years old, even if they don’t really act their age! Each of them has their own unique personality and quirks, which makes life with them fun and full of character.
  
  A couple of them have some minor health issues and need to take daily medication, but nothing too complicated. They are all very friendly, affectionate, and a bit clingy — they love human company and will happily follow you around the house!
  
  We love to travel, but it’s not easy with four dogs, which is why we’re looking for a caring and trustworthy Workawayer who can stay with them while we’re away. If you enjoy the company of sweet, slightly spoiled dogs and a calm life by the sea, you’ll feel right at home here.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Animal Care

  House sitting
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  Interests

  

  Van life

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Sustainability

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Pets

  

  Events & social

  

  Culture

  

  Writing

  

  Plant care

  

  Photography

  

  Music

  

  Languages

  

  Gardening

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Books

  

  Art & design

  

  Animals

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature

  

  Mountain

  

  Fitness

  

  Beach

  

  Camping
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  During your stay, you'll have the chance to experience some local events such as weekly farmers’ markets, traditional village festivals (especially in the summer), and occasional live music nights at nearby cafés. It’s a great opportunity to meet locals and get a feel for the rhythm of the community.
  While looking after our home and pets, you’ll get a glimpse into our simple, nature-connected lifestyle. We value slow living, home-cooked meals, and spending time outdoors.

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  Help

  Your main role will be to take care of our four senior dogs while we’re away. They are part of our family and we’re looking for someone who will treat them with the same love and attention we do.
  Here’s what your daily responsibilities will include:
  
  - Feeding the dogs twice a day
  - Giving medication to the ones who need it (we’ll explain everything — it’s easy and they’re used to it)
  - taking them for short daily walks, just if you are confortable with that (they’re older, so they don’t need long or intense exercise).
  
  This is a great opportunity for someone who genuinely loves animals, keeping the dogs company and making sure they feel safe and cared for.
  If you’re responsible, caring, and looking for a peaceful place by the sea to spend time with some loving four-legged friends, this might be the perfect fit for you!

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Spanish: Fluent
  Italian: Fluent
  English: Intermediate

  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

  You’ll have a clean, secure, and fully equipped home to stay in, with everything you need for daily living. The house includes a comfortable place to sleep, a well-stocked kitchen, and all the essential tools and amenities.
  As for food, we’re happy to provide the basics, and everything in the house is available for Workawayers to use. You're welcome to cook your own meals and help yourself to what's provided—we want you to feel at home.

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  What else ...

  We are in a well-connected location, making it easy to explore the surrounding areas. We’re happy to provide our bicycles, and there’s also a car available if needed.
  During your time off, you’re free to go wherever you like—whether it’s a day at the beach, a hike in the mountains, a visit to the world-famous marble quarries, or a trip to the stunning Cinque Terre in Liguria. There are plenty of options and activities to enjoy in the area, and we encourage you to make the most of your free time.

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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

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

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