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I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Hawaiian Islands, HI, United States View all
Description
Hey, I'm Marc.
I'm a Dog trainer, and have worked in animal rescue sanctuaries around the world. Currently manage a dog daycare and boarding facility. Also studying to become a Veterinary Care Assistant. When I have spare time I help out at a local rescue with ponies, sheep, pigs, goats, geese and cockerals. Feeding and grooming, and doing some building work. My past 2 workaway positions were working at dog shelters. One in Greece, and one in Thailand. The Thailand shelter had 500+ dogs, and 30+ cats, Many of the dogs were disabled. So I am used to large packs of dogs around me. With both roles I was offered a permanent position to help run the shelters, but had to turn this down. As the lead volunteer I managed all daily jobs including feeding, cleaning, designating and medicating. I like meeting new people and working together for a cause. I come up with many fun/silly games for the group to play in our downtime.
I have a love for working with all animals, but have an affinity towards dogs. I am organised, pro active, and confident in my ability.
I try to live a simple minimalist life with basic needs.
Also recently came back from (attempting to) walk across Europe for charity, where I lived in a tent and cooked on a little burner, so have lived with basic amenities.
Over the last few years my life has become about kindness and looking after nature and this beautiful planet.
I love seeing amazing new places and experiencing new things, and sharing experiences with people.
I am an adventurous person who pushes themselves out of their comfort zone and tries to keep learning. Most years I try to complete 12 new challengers of things i've never done before, such as -
Snowboarding, surfing, swimming with sharks, scuba diving, abseiling, walking on hot coals, walking on glass, making unique items to sell.
My interests are:
Animal rescue, growth, mindfulness, writing, travel, sport, movies, comedy, people, new experiences, tattoos, creativity, different culture and music.
I have been travelling for the past 5 years on and off, but are now studying, so have limited availability to make a difference to causes.
Interests
SustainabilityVegetarian or veganPerforming artsCultureCharity workWritingYoga / WellnessVan lifeTeam sportsSelf developmentSailing / BoatingPetsOutdoor activitiesNatureMusicMovies & TVLanguagesHitchhikingHikingFarmingDrawing & paintingDIY & craftsCarpentryCampingBooksBeachArt & designAnimals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Languages
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Helping around the house
Animal Care

More details about your skills
Fairly handy at trades after doing renovation work.
Love working with animals.
Have worked with people with learning disabilities for a number of years.
Studied Tefl to teach English.
Happy to learn new things.
Drop me a message, I would consider trying anything.
Age
40

Some more information

Smoker

Driver's licence

Allergies
No
Special dietary requirements
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One of my favourite experiences in life.
After a few days here I wasn't sure whether I would stay. It definitely takes time, So you need to stay for a week before you make your mind up. After this period you've learnt the dogs names (close to 100), and have learnt the routine and know what you are doing. (Check out my… read more



