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20 Apr 2024
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Description
Hello, and welcome. We are Kristin and Ole Andreas, the proud owners, and we work closely with Rina. Together, we form a team of passionate dog enthusiasts with extensive experience in the field. Through dedicated training and education, we strive to enhance the lives of both dogs and their owners.
**Our Services:**
We offer a range of services tailored to meet the needs of our furry friends and their human companions. From daycare for dogs to the sale of high-quality dog equipment and apparel, including items we manufacture ourselves, we aim to provide comprehensive support. Additionally, we are in the process of establishing a small dog hotel for pets in need of accommodation during their owner's absence.
**Our Ethos:**
Ethical dog training is at the heart of our operations. We strictly adhere to positive reinforcement methods (R+), and we expect the same from our employees.
**Our Vision:**
Our ultimate goal is to establish, as the premier dog center in Northern Norway, catering to the diverse needs of all dog owners. We aim to foster a positive environment where everyone feels welcome, creating connections with both humans and their beloved pets.Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity WorkArt ProjectsDIY and building projectsAnimal CareCreating/ Cooking family mealsGeneral MaintenanceCultural exchange and learning opportunities
**What We Offer:**
- An opportunity to learn and develop new skills in a supportive environment.
- Accommodation and meals provided.
- A chance to live and work alongside people from different cultures, sharing experiences and learning from one another.
- Exploring Bardufoss and the surrounding areas while making lifelong friends.
**About Bardufoss:**
Nestled in the stunning landscape of Northern Norway, Bardufoss offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences. Surrounded by majestic mountains, pristine forests, and crystal-clear lakes, Bardufoss is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy hiking, skiing, fishing, or simply taking in the breathtaking scenery, Bardufoss has something for everyone. Additionally, the town boasts a rich cultural heritage, with museums, galleries, and traditional Norwegian cuisine waiting to be discovered. Come and experience the magic of Bardufoss while making a positive impact in our community!Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
Are you passionate about learning new skills and immersing yourself in a vibrant community? Look no further! We are seeking enthusiastic Workawayers who are willing to volunteer or work for a minimum wage. Room and board will be provided.
**We Need You If You Have Experience In:**
- **Sewing:** We design and create our own dog equipment and accessories.
- **Carpentry:** There's plenty of construction work to be done, including renovating buildings and building custom fittings for our shop.
- **Digital Design:** We have basic equipment for cutting, sublimating, and printing on fabric.
- **Dog Care:** Looking after and training our furry friends is essential.
- **Dog Grooming, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, etc.:** Qualified individuals can live and eat for free while working on a commission basis.
- **Film, Photography, or Marketing:** Help us capture and promote our work and services.
**Requirements:**
- Responsible individuals who thrive in a communal living environment.
- Willingness to share your culture and learn about ours.
- Positive and open-minded individuals eager to make new friends and explore new opportunities.
**Join Our Community:**
If you share our passion for dogs, the outdoors, and creating positive change, we invite you to join our community. Whether you're a skilled professional seeking new opportunities or an adventurous spirit looking to contribute your talents, there's a place for you.
**Calling All Street Artists! Doggy Daycare and Training Facility Seeks Muralist**
Are you a talented street artist with a passion for bringing vibrant, eye-catching murals to life? Look no further! We're searching for an artist to join our team this summer to transform the outdoor walls of our doggy daycare and training facility into works of art.
Project Details:
• Scope: We're looking to have our business name painted over corrugated steel on an area approximately 2 meters high and 20 meters long. Additionally, we want the concrete and wooden walls of our outdoor play area (roughly 3x10 meters of walls, but with several windows) covered in fun and engaging artwork featuring dogs and playful scenes.
• Timeframe: Painting can take place between June and the end of August, as temperatures may become too cold for outdoor painting before and after that.
• Compensation: For artists with a portfolio of previous projects, we offer to cover travel expenses, provide necessary equipment, accommodation, and meals during the project. We also provide a modest financial compensation, we aim to cover all your living expences while performing the work. Project may of course be used to promote your own work.
Submission Requirements:
• Please provide a link to your portfolio showcasing previous work.
• Include your availability and estimated timeframe for completing the project.
• Let us know when you would be able to start and how long you anticipate the project will take.
**Contact Us:**
For more information about joining our team or to learn about the exciting opportunities awaiting you in Bardufoss, please reach out to us.Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
German: BeginnerThis 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
Free wifi. Private bedroom or bunkbed in a larger shared room, shared kitchen/bathroom.
We can take you on a virtual tour before you commit to coming here 😊What else ...
To get to us you can use Evenes, Bardufoss or Tromsø airport. There are busses to Narvik, Tromsø, Finnsnes and other locations around us. Housing and work are in the same building and shops/bars are within walking distance. We do weekly food shopping for the shared food.
The river is about 200 meters away, and offers great ice fishing, regular fishing or swimming with the pups in the summertime.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
Any pets, as long as they are vaccinated and treated for worms as required by norwegian law.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4 hours five days a week. Shifts from 06.00-10.00 or 18.00-22.00 possibility for overtime if you want to work extra
Feedback (2)
They were positive, great can-do attitudes and always says yes when you ask them of something.
They cared for dogs, built lodging for the dogs, painted walls and floors, cleaned, cooked - everything we expected and more.
They are very polite and have good manners. They are great with… read more
With regards to the premesis, we are in the midst of a renovation, this is part of what we need help for, that means that not everything is perfect yet, but we are constantly improving.
For anyone considering staying with us, you are more than welcome to ask us for a virtual tour before deciding to come here!
We… read more
First of all, Bardufoss is a military town with nothing to do, no places to visit or anything remotely cultural. There aren't typical restaurants either. If you don't have a car, you won't be… read more
He is resourceful and gets any job you ask of him, done in a timely manner.
He is always happy, very polite to coworkers, hosts and customers. A great person to have greeting anyone dropping by, will even try sign language with old men that lack communication skills 😉 When a customer arrived out of opening… read more
I stayed with Kristin and Ole for 21 days (it was my first experience as a Workaway) and I really enjoyed it!
They are a very kind couple! They have a lot of work and they are starting a dog hotel business that seems to be going quite well,
I was alone as a Workaway and I really liked the experience, they give you your own room and you… read more
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They were positive, great can-do attitudes and always says yes when you ask them of something.
They cared for dogs, built lodging for the dogs, painted walls and floors, cleaned, cooked - everything we expected and more.
They are very polite and have good manners. They are great with… read more
With regards to the premesis, we are in the midst of a renovation, this is part of what we need help for, that means that not everything is perfect yet, but we are constantly improving.
For anyone considering staying with us, you are more than welcome to ask us for a virtual tour before deciding to come here!
We… read more
First of all, Bardufoss is a military town with nothing to do, no places to visit or anything remotely cultural. There aren't typical restaurants either. If you don't have a car, you won't be… read more
He is resourceful and gets any job you ask of him, done in a timely manner.
He is always happy, very polite to coworkers, hosts and customers. A great person to have greeting anyone dropping by, will even try sign language with old men that lack communication skills 😉 When a customer arrived out of opening… read more
I stayed with Kristin and Ole for 21 days (it was my first experience as a Workaway) and I really enjoyed it!
They are a very kind couple! They have a lot of work and they are starting a dog hotel business that seems to be going quite well,
I was alone as a Workaway and I really liked the experience, they give you your own room and you… read more