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This is an NGO helping animals in Bali. We have a shelter for our current animals (we are at more than full capacity) and we do regular sterlisation and vaccination days of street animals. Where we can we also provide de-worming and other preventative care for street animals.
It started with me, working with some other charities, offering my home as a place to do sterlisations and vaccinations for people's animals in the local area, but in a crazy twist of events, I ended up being dumped with so,so many dogs and cats in a very short period of time! Word must have spread incorrectly that I was a charity and instead of dumping the animals elsewhere, my house became the place to do it!
I had to move several times to stop this from happening and still have to turn people away who try to dump more.
Last year, I decided to open an official NGO in order to get help and support in caring for these animals. Living, working with and caring for all these animals by myself is a lot, it is rewarding, but I needed help.
I now have a small but dedicated team and we would love/need some extra help!
Currently, we are looking after 30 dogs and 17 cats at the shelter, we also feed many street animals in the surrounding area. The mission is to do our bit in helping to reduce suffering of the hundreds of thousands of street dogs and cats in Bali, by providing some medical care, vaccinations, deworming and sterilization.
My home / the shelter are located in Tabanan, half way up Batu Karu mountain, neat to the Jatih Luwih rice field terrances. We are surrounded by rice fields, nature and mountain views. We are in a rural village, near to hot springs, waterfalls, eco-farms, chocolate factories and a butterfly park but only 10 minutes drive from Tabanan city centre and 25 mins drive from Kedunggu beach.
If you are passionate about animals and want to be part of something meaningful while staying in a peaceful, authentic part of Bali and share some fun and love with the animals, we would love to hear from you!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Culture
Music
Languages
Cooking & food
Books
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Cycling
Fitness
Beach
Adventure sports
Pets
Sustainability
Events & social
Charity work
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Cultural Exchange & Community Life
We love welcoming animal lovers from all over the world to join us.
The staff are Indonesian, hard working and friendly.
If you want to you can join a local ceremony or festival, visit nearby temples, or go on beautiful rice field walks.
We are half way up the mountain, so the beach and mountains are each 25mins drive away in opposite directions!
There are so many activities to enjoy nearby, including waterfall treks, hotspring visits, sunrise mountain treks, padel courts, surf beaches.
What You Can Learn Here
I am happy to share knowledge about:
- Animal care (especially dogs and cats with trauma or medical needs)
- Sterilization and vaccination of street animals
- How we currently run our small NGO, including the realities of fundraising.
- Social media and digital marketing for the NGO
- Working closely with nature
-You can also gain a deeper understanding of Balinese culture, animal welfare issues in Bali and what it really takes to care for an animal sanctuary.
We hope to learn from You:
- New ideas for fundraising or community engagement
- Different approaches to animal care or shelter management.
- Better ways to maintain the house and garden.
Help
What we need:
- Animal care: feeding, walking, cleaning, giving meds, and most importantly - giving love and play!!
- House and garden maintenance
- Social media projects to help us grow and raise awareness
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Indonesian: FluentThis 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 & Food
You will have your own private room and bathroom, with a fab view over the rice fields, it is a great place to chill after helping with the animals. The house is peaceful (when the dogs are not barking 😆), surrounded by nature and there is good Wi-Fi to stay connected.
Food Options – Choose What Works for You
To keep things simple and suit different preferences, I offer three food options. You're welcome to choose whichever works best for you, please let me know before your stay:
Option 1: Local Meals Provided
I provide daily meals from nearby warungs (local eateries). These are tasty, local dishes like nasi campur, mie goreng, or vegetarian options and I can make sure you are fed and cared for.
Option 2: Weekly Food Allowance
If you prefer more freedom, I can give you a weekly food allowance so you can choose and buy your own meals at local warungs or shops, everything is close by and very affordable.
Option 3: Cook for Yourself
You can use the kitchen to cook your own meals. I can provide basic ingredients like rice, noodles, vegetables, eggs, fruit and cooking essentials.
What else ...
Getting Around & Free Time
On your days off, there’s loads to explore!
- Mountain treks and jungle walks
- Waterfalls, hot springs, and natural rivers
- Beaches, surf, and diving trips
- Eco farms, rice field walks, chocolate factories
- A visit to Canggu (45 mins away) for nightlife, shopping, and cafes
- The city center of Tabanan (10 minutes away)
Transport options:
- We can help you rent a scooter locally (very affordable)
- There are also taxis or apps like Gojek and Grab available in the area
- Occasionally we go into town and you can catch a lift
🏡 House Rules & Living Style
We live a peaceful and animal-centered lifestyle here and we ask that anyone who stays with us, help us keep the environment safe, respectful, and calm, especially for the animals in our care.
House rules:
Quiet time after 10pm – The animals need a calm environment to settle at night, so we ask for quiet from 10pm onwards. Generally the dogs want to sleep as soon as it gets dark, so are usually ready for bed around 8pm!
No parties or outside guests – This is a private home and animal shelter. Please don’t invite anyone over without permission. We also do not want to expose the location to more potential dumping of animals, so try to keep it very private.
No videos or social media content without permission – You're welcome to take photos, but please ask before posting anything online or filming inside the home or with the animals.
Keep shared spaces clean and tidy.
No drugs or heavy alcohol use – Light social drinking is okay, but this is not a party place.
Respect the animals – Please be gentle, patient, and calm around them at all times. Many have been rescued from trauma and need consistency and care.
Be mindful of food storage – We live in nature, so keeping food properly stored is essential to avoid attracting ants or other visitors!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
💻 For Digital Nomads & Remote Workers We understand that some volunteers may be working online while staying with us — and we’re happy to support that, as long as it fits around the animals’ care. Here’s what you need to know: Wi-Fi is available and stable enough for email, calls, and light work (we’re in a Bali, so the signal strength can fluctuate, but it is good enough for remote work) You’ll have your own private room for quiet work time and calls. We’re happy to organize a flexible schedule so you can fit in remote work alongside your volunteer tasks — usually a few hours of help in the morning and again in the late afternoon works well. This is a tranquil, natural setting, ideal for focus, creativity, and balance. That said, the animals do need consistent care and presence, so we’re looking for people who are committed to both helping and being present, even if working online part-time.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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