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  • Life On Land

Animals Shelter Care

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1 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Create an impact while traveling
  • Help animals and create an impact on the community
  • Get to know one of the most beautiful cities in the world

Highlights

  • Create an impact while traveling
  • Help animals and create an impact on the community
  • Get to know one of the most beautiful cities in the world
  • Meet other like-minded volunteers from all over the world.
  • Learn Italian and improve your language skills.
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    This is the perfect project for those who love animals, aspiring veterinarians, and professionals from the sector.

    Join the Animal Care Program in Rome! The Animal Care program has several objectives, including caring for animals, supporting local non-profit staff, and raising awareness about animal adoption. Volunteers help feed, clean, and groom animals, assist with shelter maintenance, and contribute to ...

    About the program

    Join the Animal Care Program in Rome! The Animal Care program has several objectives, including caring for animals, supporting local non-profit staff, and raising awareness about animal adoption. Volunteers help feed, clean, and groom animals, assist with shelter maintenance, and contribute to communication campaigns. No prior experience is necessary, but a love for animals is essential.

    What to Expect:

    • Animal Care: Feed, clean, and groom dogs and cats.

    • Shelter Support: Assist with maintenance and cleaning.

    • Awareness Campaigns: Contribute to campaigns promoting animal adoption.

    Daily Tasks:

    • Animal Care: Feed, clean, and groom animals.

    • Shelter Maintenance: Clean and maintain animal shelters.

    • Campaign Support: Help with communication campaigns and raising awareness.

    Why Join?

    • Make an Impact: Improve the lives of abandoned animals and support their adoption.

    • Gain Experience: Develop skills in animal care and shelter management.

    • Cultural Immersion: Experience life in Rome while making a positive difference.

    Ready to Care for Animals in Rome?

    Typical day

    07:00 am – 10:00 am | Breakfast at the volunteer’s accommodation

    10:00 am – 13:30 pm | (1) Travel to the project to join local placement staff and begin work on your volunteer project or (2) Explore the city, relax, or enroll in other activities if you have an afternoon project

    13:30 pm – ...

    Typical day

    07:00 am – 10:00 am | Breakfast at the volunteer’s accommodation

    10:00 am – 13:30 pm | (1) Travel to the project to join local placement staff and begin work on your volunteer project or (2) Explore the city, relax, or enroll in other activities if you have an afternoon project

    13:30 pm – 02:30 pm | Lunch is provided at the accommodation. 

    02:30 pm – 07:30 pm | (1) Travel to the project to join local placement staff and begin work on your volunteer project, or (2) Explore the city, relax, or enroll in other activities if you have a morning project

    08:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Dinner at the accommodation. After dinner, you will have the remainder of the evening free to relax and use as you wish.

    Free-time activities

    We want you to really get to know your natural and cultural surroundings, and we will provide you with useful tips and tricks that will help you discover the location of your stay like a local!

    Your shifts will generally last between 3 and 5 hours per day and will take place either in the morning, ...

    Free-time activities

    We want you to really get to know your natural and cultural surroundings, and we will provide you with useful tips and tricks that will help you discover the location of your stay like a local!

    Your shifts will generally last between 3 and 5 hours per day and will take place either in the morning, in the afternoon or in the evening, which will leave you with plenty of free time to go explore, take a stroll around your surroundings, catch the most important sites, interact with the locals or simply go and relax! And of course, you will have your weekends off as well!

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    - Pick up at one of the two international airports & transfer to the accommodation, on 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.

    - Accommodation in a shared room in a gender-separated dorm

    - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a local restaurant (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 an introduction to Italian and culture, volunteer experience, overview of programs, practical information, safety guidelines)

    - Guided city tour

    - The best tips to discover the city!

    - Allocation and coordination of a work placement in an impactful non-profit project

    - Introduction on the first day of volunteering

    - Ongoing support throughout the stay

    - 24h/7 emergency support

    Airport Pickup at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino 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

    Accommodation

    Volunteers are accommodated in a hostel in the very city center, 15min walking to the main station in Rome, Termini. You can expect to share the dorm with up to three more volunteers of the same gender. Every room has its own bathroom; also, you can find common toilets around the hostel. Bedding and towels are provided, and there are shared western bathrooms. Staff will clean the accommodation throughout the week; however, volunteers are required to keep their rooms tidy. 

    The hostel offers a common kitchen on the third floor to warm or prepare some food (not big meals). 

    Wi-Fi covers the entire structure

    The closest pharmacy is 5mins walking distance from the hostel. 

     

    ATTRACTIONS NEARBY (walking distance)

    Colosseo

    Via dei Fori Imperiali

    Fontana di Trevi 

    Pantheon

    Piazza Navona

    Life hack: every first Sunday of the month, museums are free (there are some exceptions, so please check on the official website of the exposition/museum you want to visit before showing up). 

    Food & Beverages

    We provide 3 meals a day.

    Meals happen outside of the structure. Three mins walking from the hostel, there is the affiliated bar where volunteers are guaranteed cornetto and cappuccino from 6.30 am to 10.30 am. Lunch and Dinner happen 10 mins walking from the hostel in the affiliated restaurant from 12pm to 2pm, and 7pm to 10pm. The restaurant is closed on Sunday. On Sundays, dinner can be provided in the same bar as breakfast. 

    For both, you always have available more than one option, as well as vegetarian/vegan dishes. 

    Tap water is drinkable in Rome (unless it is specified it is non-drinkable water) and in the accommodation where you can refill your reusable bottle. 

    Do you have any Food Restrictions? If you have any diet restrictions or a special diet, please let us know as soon as possible so we can be prepared to provide appropriate meals for you.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in Rome. We assist you to find cheap flights to Italy. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Italy provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Italy you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Italy. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Our Rome programs start on the Sunday before the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month AND every Sunday from May to the end of August.

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $1,221 per week 1 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    1 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
    4.2
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    2023
    I´ve spent 2 weeks in Rome working at the animal care project. We were helping at a cat sanctuary which was an amazing experience. The cats ...
    Nina Wanninger

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    2024
    Honestly, I was surprised, when on the website it shows photos of so many dogs, animals, it turned out I was working at a cat sanctuary. ..
    Thomas Payne

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    2025
    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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    2024
    I recommend this experience to absolutely anyone, it was the best of my life. The first week my placement was in a Skatepark in Cascais, so ...
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    Location

    Europe > Southern Europe > Italy > Rome

    Meet your project coordinator

    Cristiana
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    2015
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    Spoken languages: Portuguese, Spanish, English
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