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We are an animal welfare organisation. We have a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) project at the University of the Western Cape. We also run a cat sanctuary on our farm in Grabouw, Western Cape. We take in stray cats and also dogs which we rehome or provide care for life. We also assist farmworkers with sterilizing their pets and educate and advise farmers and others about humane feral cat management.
We have 4 full-time staff - 1 at UWC and 3 at the farm. A full-time volunteer and 2 other volunteers also live at the cat sanctuary on the farm.
We are in the process of creating gardens and renovating buildings. We want to rent them out for self catering accommodation and small events. We also plan to set up a Cat Cafe on site. Future plans including building a cattery for special needs and elderly cats, as well as a veterinary primary healthcare and sterilisation clinic. We thus need animal lovers who can help us achieve these dreams to come and visit us.
We particularly need people with the following skills:
* DIY and construction
* Book keeping / admin
* Fundraising & organising events
* Gardening
* Social media
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Bénévolat
Aide avec des éco-projets
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
S’occuper des animaux
Aide dans une ferme
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Accueil / tourisme
Entretien général
Aide informatique/internet
Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Workawayers can learn various skills such as gardening, basic animal care, research, fundraising, proposal writing.
During term time, there will be opportunities to interact with university students and attend seminars and educational workshops to learn more about Human-Animal Studies specifically.
During their stay, workawayers will be exposed to different communities, cultures and social groups. Although they will have their own private accommodation they will interact with staff, volunteers and visitors on a daily basis.
Aide
Animal care
Gardening and landscaping
Repairing fences
Building and DIY property maintenance
Social media
Fundraising
Organizing events
Book keeping / admin
Veterinary
Cat trapping
We are happy to provide food for volunteers and we cater for vegetarians.
Self-catering and braai/barbeque facilities are available.
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Hébergement
Private rooms
Facilities for cooking but we provide some cooked meals as well
Autres infos...
We have access to transport
Can visit nature reserves, wine farms, farmstalls and markets
Mountain biking and hiking
City, malls & beaches 20-40 only minutes away
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
Yes we can We have wi We can also offer indoor office space if required
Espace pour garer des vans
There is plenty if safe, shady parking and ablutions such as solar showers and toilets are available close by. Kitchen / cooking facilities are also available.
Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux
Yes Cats and some (cat-friendly) dogs
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Deux
Mes animaux
Cat
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Days consisted of feeding the 130+ cats around the farm, cleaning the cattery, and helping with errands around the farm.
I was also able to assist with preparation and operations of their Mandela Day event. This included… read more
We connected with everyone on the farm, including all the kitties and doggos.
Living with and caring for all the cats brought with it a whirlwind of emotions we wouldn't trade for the world. We've learnt a lot and formed relationships we will cherish for many years to come.
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Days consisted of feeding the 130+ cats around the farm, cleaning the cattery, and helping with errands around the farm.
I was also able to assist with preparation and operations of their Mandela Day event. This included… read more
We connected with everyone on the farm, including all the kitties and doggos.
Living with and caring for all the cats brought with it a whirlwind of emotions we wouldn't trade for the world. We've learnt a lot and formed relationships we will cherish for many years to come.
… read more
It was exactly what I needed after 10 months of constant travelling. I didn't realise how much I'd appreciate taking life a little bit slower for some time, enjoying being with the cats and dogs. There was plenty of hiking in the… read more
Sharyn treated me like a family person and the love of all of then for the animals is a so beautiful thing!
It was not only the beautiful place and those cute cats and dogs, but also the whole experience and exchange cultural that made me learn about this great country and that… read more
If you really care about cats (and dogs) that the place to be.
Those cats needs so much love . The area is nice as well, there is some walks in the mountains!
Maybe you will be lucky to see a famous Gunter !
I practically begged Sharyn to let me come. Of course, she didn't say no because Sharyn is one of the most kindest and compassionate people you will find out there. Thank you to you and the rest of the gang for… read more
When I first arrived at your… read more
