Help at my dog ​​shelter and farm in Spuz, Montenegro

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  We have free dates 3.May-19 May. Preference to volunteers who come with their own car.
  
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  Hello,
  My name is Branka and I run a dog shelter and farm in the countryside near the capital of Montenegro.
  Montenego is a wonderful country whose beauty will leave you speechless. It is also a country with traditional values.
  My friends describe me in a few words: work, order, discipline. Sometimes I think that's not a compliment at all :)
  For myself, i can say:
  I love archeology, history, holticulture, working in the garden, long walks through the forest. I spend every free moment in nature. I always set myself new challenges.
  I especially value people who show self-initiative and independence during work and who are ready to share their knowledge with me so that this place can constantly improve and be more beautiful for everyone.
  
  *******The MAIN CONDITION for us to be your host is that you have a driver's license, drive a manual car and are comfortable driving a car with a closed cargo space- (Reanaul Kango, see picture in the gallery)!!
  Taking this into consideration, if you say you have a driver's license for me it means you know how to drive.
  On a daily basis, we sometimes have to travel 50 km, I have to count on you to feel confident while driving.
  Unfortunately, I cannot be your host if you answer negative to this condition.
  
  *I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to host volunteers from all over the world, so I have an obligation to clearly state all the important information so that this will be a wonderful experience for all of us- please read all the information carefully! This is not an ideal place if: you work online, the barking of dogs bothers you, you have an allergy to dog hair, you have a strong reaction in contact with grass or you have an allergy to pollen, for those who are vegans, and especially for those who prefer a bustling city with many social activities because we are in the middle of the countryside and this place can be a bit isolating for those who do not have their own vehicle. It's not good to romanize reality :).This is a village in the true sense of the word, so we give priority to volunteers who have already lived and helped on the farm. Every day we have to work with animals and in the garden, something is always being built. Of course, we are happy to host volunteers who come from the city and have no experience in these tasks, but practice has shown that it can be a challenge for them. In July and August, the temperatures here are extremely high, sometimes during the day it is 40 degrees or more! Please keep this in mind if you are not used to helping in high temperatures. Helping in these circumstances can be difficult. That's why we start the day very early in the morning and then resume help later in the evening.
  
  *We do not cover insurance costs for volunteers and we do not send invitation letters.
  *We are a non-profit organization and do not have paid positions for volunteers.
  ****Any type of narcotic is absolutely FORBIDDEN!!!!
  **Cigarettes: Only allowed in the open area.
  **Alcohol: Allowed in normal quantities, at the end of the helping day, otherwise there is no possibility for you to stay with us!
  *Meals: Despite the fact that I am on a special diet, (I eat fish but not meat and meat products), the volunteers and I find recipes and prepare food that suits everyon. I provide two meals, breakfast and lunch. If you have an allergy to gluten, lactose, soy or any other ingredient, you should know that I do not prepare separate meals.
  We share the vegetables that I grow in the garden. Depending on the seasons, we change the menu.
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  ****Although this is a personal matter for several reasons I have to mention it. I had cancer in the past, now I am doing great, although all the treatments still left consequences. Also, I am 53 years old. I have to count on you to be able to do things that I can't do! That is why it is important for me that the volunteers do not have problems that prevent them in physical activities - after all, this is a village where there is a lot of work, not only in the dog shelter.
  It's always good that we all know our limits and be honest with each other, to avoid disappointments with our expectations.
  
  -Information about positions for volunteers:
  The minimum time for volunteering is 7 days, maximum time you can volunteer is 10 days ,plus two days off, always a weekend. Then we have the opportunity to host more volunteers.
  Depending on the season, the tasks and the time we do these tasks change. During the summer months, we start work at 6 o'clock in the morning.
  The time I expect volunteers to help is a maximum of 5 hours a day, 5 days a week. Days off for volunteers are Saturday and Sunday. On weekends I spend time with my family and friends.
  
  * Helping with animals
  Please keep in mind that helping with animals does not depend on the weather, animals need to be taken care of during the whole year. You must be comfortable around dogs and all the tasks involving their care, so you need to be open to getting your hands dirty. Priority is given to volunteers who already have experience helping with dogs.
  In addition to dogs, we have chickens, ducks, two Vietnamese pigs, and a rabbit. They should be given food and water regularly and the area where they live should be cleaned. They are my pets.Since we take care of the animals, we work for a few hours in the morning and one hour in the afternoon.
  
  * I need the help of volunteers who have concrete experience in construction tasks, this means you know how to handle all kinds of tools, you work independently, (not to assist another person).
  It is necessary to specify what your field of work is - are you a carpenter, plumber, ceramist, do you work with metals, etc. Based on what we need to do on the property and your competences, I decide who will be a volunteer.
  If you come for this position I don't expect you to have to help with the animals or in the garden. We do not do these tasks during summer.
  
  *Help in the garden- the period of spring and autumn, (there are no tasks during winter and summer).
  We give priority to a couple who comes from a rural area and who have already worked in the garden, and who know how to prepare the soil for planting, the process of composting, etc.
  
  We have a small separate space for volunteers prepared for all the basic necessities, and it is intended for volunteers who come as a couple or as a single person.
  
  If you come with a camper: You have a secured parking space and access to water and electricity. The shelter is secured by gates and CCTV.
  
  When you have received all this information and decided to come... in your free time you can go to the river which is 2 kilometers away, visit the most beautiful beaches, lakes, monasteries, national parks and mountains... Your free time is yours and you can organize yourself however you like.
  
  I look forward to your arrival and the wonderful memories we will have!

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Entretien général

  Home sitting
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Ferme

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Animaux

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Histoire

  

  Jardinage

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Nature

  

  Montagne

  

  Randonnée

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Montenegro is a small country but with a lot of variety. Mountains, sea, plains, you can do a lot of things; hiking, water and outdoor sports, Montenegro has many national parks. At the shelter you will benefit from contact with the animals (dogs) and the nature.

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  Aide

  Volunteers profile 1
  Remark:
  To help with dogs, you need to have previous experience!!
  Walking the dogs, cleaning there kennels, preparing their food and feeding the dogs.
  Doing groceries.
  
  Volunteers profile 2
  Who has experience in construction tasks.
  
  Volunteers profile 3
  Who has experience in gardening.
  
  Please write which profile you are applying for when sending a message.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Serbo-Croatian: Courant
  Anglais: Intermédiaire

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Improve my english.
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  Hébergement

  I have a private space reserved for a couple or a solo traveler. It's a room that includes a bed, some space for storage, a small table with a chair, a shower, sink and toilet. This room also has air conditioning ,TV and satellite channels. It is necessary to have your own internet or you can buy a tourist ticket. Internet in my house is only for my basic needs - for working cameras and sending emails. We prepare food in my house. It's an extra time we spend together, we exchange recipes and eat together.

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  Autres infos...

  The capital, Podgorica, is 20 minutes away by car or 40 minutes by foot and bus.
  Mountains and sea accessible in 1 hour drive.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  I have available space for volunteers coming with their campervans. There is a separate toilet in the yard that you can use if your van does not have a toilet. April, May and September- In that period we can be your hosts.

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