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Animal Caretakers

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1 - 12 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
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Højdepunkter

  • Contribute to animal welfare
  • Meet people from all over the world who are also involved in animal protection
  • Spend time with adorable cats

Højdepunkter

  • Contribute to animal welfare
  • Meet people from all over the world who are also involved in animal protection
  • Spend time with adorable cats
  • Learn Portuguese and develop your language skills
  • Discover Porto and its surroundings
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    Om programmet

    This program gives volunteers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of stray cats while working with local NGOs dedicated to animal welfare.

    This program gives international volunteers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of stray cats while working with local NGOs dedicated to animal welfare. These organizations focus on reducing animal abandonment and promoting responsible pet ownership to increase adoption rates.

    As ...

    Om programmet

    This program gives international volunteers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of stray cats while working with local NGOs dedicated to animal welfare. These organizations focus on reducing animal abandonment and promoting responsible pet ownership to increase adoption rates.

    As a volunteer, you’ll be assigned to a specific project within the program, where you’ll focus on a distinct set of tasks tailored to the needs of the animals and the NGO. Projects could have you working hands-on with stray cats through the Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) method, helping care for dogs, or keeping the shelter spaces clean and welcoming. Each project is set up to make sure your efforts really count and create a positive impact for the animals.

    What to Expect:

    As a volunteer, your tasks will vary depending on the project you’re assigned to, but they might include:

    • Trapping: Helping to catch stray cats using proper equipment as part of the Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) method.
    • Post-op Care: Feeding, cleaning, and administering medication to ensure animals recover well after surgery.
    • Releases: Assisting in returning neutered cats to their original colonies.
    • Dog Walking: Taking dogs for walks to provide exercise and stimulation.
    • Animal Enrichment: Spending time playing with cats or dogs to improve their well-being and socialization.
    • Shelter Maintenance: Cleaning cages, food bowls, and equipment, organizing spaces, and keeping the shelter tidy and safe for all animals.
    • Organizing Donations: Helping to sort and manage donated items to support the NGO’s operations.
    • Painting and Gardening (Occasionally): Pitching in with beautifying and maintaining the shelter through painting or gardening projects.
    • Community Support: Participating in awareness campaigns or events to help spread the word about animal welfare.
    Why Join?

    • Make a Difference: Support various initiatives aimed at improving the lives of stray and abandoned animals.
    • Gain Experience: Develop hands-on skills in animal care and shelter management.
    • Cultural Immersion: Experience life in Porto while contributing to a meaningful cause.
     
    Ready to help animals?

    Typisk dag

    After the initial orientation day, you will have a morning, afternoon, or evening shift at the Animal Care placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. 

    A typical schedule is as follows:

    08:00 - 08:30 am: Breakfast at the hostel
    08:30 am: Travel to the project site or free time to ...

    Typisk dag

    After the initial orientation day, you will have a morning, afternoon, or evening shift at the Animal Care placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. 

    A typical schedule is as follows:

    08:00 - 08:30 am: Breakfast at the hostel
    08:30 am: Travel to the project site or free time to explore the city, relax, attend Portuguese language lessons, or enroll in other activities if you have the afternoon shift
    01:00 - 02:30 pm: Lunch is served at the restaurant
    03:00 pm: Travel to the project site or free time to explore the city, relax, attend Portuguese language lessons, or enroll in other activities if you have the morning shift
    08:00 - 10:00 pm: Dinner is served at the restaurant. After dinner, you will have the remainder of the evening free to relax and use as you wish.

    Daily Tasks:

    • Trapping cats
    • Feeding and administering medication
    • Cleaning spaces and food bowls
    • Walking dogs
    • Playing with animals
    • General maintenance and organization
    • Painting and gardening (occasionally)

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    In your free time, you can explore the city, have Portuguese language classes, surf, or anything you wish!

    Porto is the second biggest city in Portugal and one of the most authentic cities to visit in the country. Stroll through its sinuous and picturesque streets and feel the pulse of the city, or ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    In your free time, you can explore the city, have Portuguese language classes, surf, or anything you wish!

    Porto is the second biggest city in Portugal and one of the most authentic cities to visit in the country. Stroll through its sinuous and picturesque streets and feel the pulse of the city, or take the tram to the mouth of the river Douro and get to know the excellent beaches and the outdoor cafés. The historic center of Porto was declared UNESCO World Heritage but it is the hospitality and forceful character of the locals that will delight you. Porto is a vibrant and young city with countless cafés, bars, and clubs to have a really good time at night, or relaxed rooftops to have a drink and enjoy the warm Portuguese climate.

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

    Sprogfærdigheder

    Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level)

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    påkrævet

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpligtelse

    Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag fra 10:00 - 18:00

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester på stedet

    What’s included?

    • Pick up at the international airport in Porto & transfer to the accommodation - Sunday 

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :) If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup, and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service. We will reach out to you by WhatsApp a few days before your start date to connect.

    • Accommodation at a dormitory at a centre-located hostel, female dormitory, or mixed dormitory
    • Three meals a day every day: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Local style. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and meals for lactose-intolerant are also available upon request)
    • Shared use of common spaces and free WIFI
    • Orientation event on arrival (including introduction to Portugal and culture, volunteer experience, overview of programmes, practical information, safety guidelines)
    • Guided city tour and the best tips to discover the city!
    • Allocation and coordination of a work placement in a sustainable project, and a contact person in the project
    • Introduction on the first day of volunteering
    • Ongoing support throughout the stay
    • 24h/7 emergency support by phone or personally
    • Limited coverage civil liability insurance.

    Afhentning i lufthavnen i Porto Airport

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

    If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup, and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    We will reach out to you by WhatsApp a few days before your start date to connect.

    Indkvartering

    The accommodation is an hostel located right at the city center of Porto city, with a wide range of rooms, from dormitories to private rooms, a spacious and friendly lounge area where volunteers can hang out, chill, listen to music, enjoy the atmosphere, play some games, and get to know  other fellow travelers. The bathrooms are shared. There is free wi-fi in all the hostel area.

    Mad og drikkevarer

    We will provide breakfast at the accommodation every day. We will cook with fresh local ingredients every day for all volunteers, and we are prepared to accommodate most diet restrictions, such as vegan and vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose intolerant. Also, take some time out to explore the city and its incredible cuisine!

    Lunch and dinner are provided by an amazing local restaurant! It is only a 10 min walk from your accommodation.

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    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

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    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er Porto Airport (OPO) i Porto. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Portugal. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

    Rejseforsikring

    At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Portugal giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vacciner

    Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Portugal, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Portugal. VACCINE CHECKER

    Oplysninger ved ankomst

    This program starts on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month!

    You should arrive on Sunday (or before) to attend the orientation session on Monday morning.

    *From May to September, arrivals every Sunday.*
    Tilgængelighed
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    Programgebyrer

    $927 pr. uge 1 - 12 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

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    Duration

    1 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserver din plads med et par klik og et lille, sikkert depositum. Du kan betale med kreditkort, PayPal eller andre praktiske metoder.

    Final Payment

    Du aftaler den endelige betalingsmetode med din lokale organisation under ansøgningsprocessen. Den endelige betaling forfalder først tættere på rejsens start.

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    I ended up staying in the program for a week. I loved working with the cats and the people there, who were all really sweet. The program ...
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