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  • Life On Land

Street Animal Rescue Supporter

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1 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 16 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Join us in the mission to rescue and protect animals that have suffered from cruelty and neglect, and be their voice for a better future
  • Feed and walk the animals!
  • Experience the unconditional love and joy that dogs, cats and horses can bring into your life

Highlights

  • Join us in the mission to rescue and protect animals that have suffered from cruelty and neglect, and be their voice for a better future
  • Feed and walk the animals!
  • Experience the unconditional love and joy that dogs, cats and horses can bring into your life
  • Meet people from all over the world who are also involved in animal protection
  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant Peruvian culture, learn or improve your Spanish skills, and embrace the enriching Peruvian way of life
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 16+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Help us to take care of our rescued, abandoned street dogs and cats. Help to rehabilitate the abused and mistreated horses.

    Peru is home to a large number of stray dogs and cats. The sad reality is that many of these animals are homeless and suffer from hunger and illnes and are reproductive.The stray dog overpopulation is a growing problem in Peru as free-roaming dogs (these are dogs with owners that are often left to ...

    About the program

    Peru is home to a large number of stray dogs and cats. The sad reality is that many of these animals are homeless and suffer from hunger and illnes and are reproductive.The stray dog overpopulation is a growing problem in Peru as free-roaming dogs (these are dogs with owners that are often left to their own devices) roam freely throughout the day mating with the homeless strays and increasing the number of strays on the streets of Peru. 

    The Location

    Our farm is located in the countryside of the north coast of Peru. A 1 hour drive by bus from the city of Chiclayo. There are buses every 10 minutes to get from our village to the city, where you are able to get almost everything you need. Our village is a 5 minutes walk from the farm. In our village there are several shops, small supermarket, many restaurants, a bar, several farmacies, bakery and nice park and a beautiful church. It is surrounded by nature.

    What we do

    We rescue the injured and mistreated stray dogs and cats for rehabilitation and take care of them at our farm. So they can be put up for adoption. We have them sterilised and try to find a new home for them. Our rescued horses were mistreated and exploited by their former owner. They had to work hard and were hardly given any food. We were able to buy them from this person and the butchers and are making sure that they regain their strength, gain weight and can live a happy life on our farm.

    What you can expect

    You are able to help us taking care of all those animals,  if you have a love for animals and a willingness to get a little bit dirty, then this project is definitely for you! You will work together with the other volunteers. We have availability from 1 week upwards on the project. You will volunteer from Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and after lunch from 3p to 5pm. At our farm there are several accommodations for our volunteers.

    Equipment

    Older clothing for the project is recommended as are shoes that you do not mind getting dirty! Long pants, sneakers or trekkingboots, hut, sunglases as well as summer clothes.

    Typical day

    Our dog shelter project allows volunteers to experience their love of animals during their time in Peru. Working at our farm, your daily tasks will make a positive contribution to the care and wellbeing these rescued animals receive. 

    • Breakfast: 8.30am
    • start of work in the morning: 9.00am to 12am
    • lunch

    Typical day

    Our dog shelter project allows volunteers to experience their love of animals during their time in Peru. Working at our farm, your daily tasks will make a positive contribution to the care and wellbeing these rescued animals receive. 

    • Breakfast: 8.30am
    • start of work in the morning: 9.00am to 12am
    • lunch: 1pm
    • start of work in the afternoon: 3pm to 5pm
    • dinner: 8pm


     Here is a selection of some of the main things you can expect to get involved in during the week:

    • Assisting the local staff with the care of the animals
    • Feeding the dogs, cats and horses
    • Playing and enrichment activities with dogs
    • Walking with the dogs and horses
    • Helping with general maintenance
    • For those having experience riding, can go for a ride with the horses being in better condition
    • Beginners are able to learn how to clean, saddle and ride a horse (max. weight of riders, 75 kilo with clothes and shoes)
    • Ground work with the foals and horses.
    • helping cutting the hooves, desparasiting and giving medicine
    • washing and cleaning all the animals

    Free-time activities

    In our village there are a few restaurants, market, many shops and snack bar and a nice park in front of the church.

    You can visit:

    • the archeological sites around the area
    • museums
    • city of Chiclayo
    • Swimmingpool just 5 minutes away
    • the beach of Pimentel, where you are able to do surfing.

    In the city of ...

    Free-time activities

    In our village there are a few restaurants, market, many shops and snack bar and a nice park in front of the church.

    You can visit:

    • the archeological sites around the area
    • museums
    • city of Chiclayo
    • Swimmingpool just 5 minutes away
    • the beach of Pimentel, where you are able to do surfing.

    In the city of Chicalyo there are lots of restaurants, clubs, bars and cinema.

    Weekends you can travel with the other volunteers to many interesting places further away like:

    • the Inca Temple of Kuelap in Chachpoyas which is almost like Machu Picchu, and there is also the highest waterfall of the world (Gocta Waterfall) 
    • the jungle or the andes (Cajamarca) thats where the Spanish killed the last king of the incas. 
    • In Tarapoto you are able to do jungle tours, do jetski on a lagoon or you can travel to the beautiful beaches of Mancora, where you are able to do surfing, snorkeling, swimming with turtles and even whale sharks or doing whale watching. 

    There are a lot more interesting and beautiful places. We will inform you about the possibilities and help you arranging tours and bookings.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 16 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 16 years old on the program start date.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    Love and passion for animals

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 09:00 - 17:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    costs: 

    1 to 4 weeks Euro 250.-- per week

    from 5 weeks to 12 weeks Euro 200.-- per week

    from 13 weeks Euro 150.-- per week


     Program fees include: 

    • fullboard (Monday to Friday, Saturday breakfast and lunch)
    • accommodation
    Please note: Saturday evenings and Sundays are for self catering

    Airport pick up:
    We can organize a wellknown taxi driver to pick you up at the airport, hostal or bus terminal in Chiclayo. Transfer taxi costs 20 US



    Accommodation

    • Single room with bathroom and hot shower
    • Rustic bungalow with bathroom with hot shower and a little garden with hammocks
    • Double rooms with shared bathroom, hot shower and kitchen
    • 3 Bed room
    • All rooms are at the farm

    Food & Beverages

    • Breakfast: Bread, eggs, honey,  jam, milk, home-made yogurt and cheese from our cows and fruits like mangos from our trees depending on the season
    • Lunch: typical Peruvian meals
    • Dinner: typical Peruvian meals/internacional meals


    We do provide food for volunteers with special dietary requirements, e.g. vegetarians.

    Monday to Friday: Full board

    Saturday:                 breakfast and lunch: included

                                       dinner:  self catering

    Sunday:                   Self catering 

    Volunteers are allowed to use the fully equipped kitchen to prepare your meals together with the other participants on Saturday evening and Sundays.

    Internet Access

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

    What's NOT included?

    Airport Pickup at Cornel Ruiz Airport

    An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Cornel Ruiz Airport (CIX) in Chiclayo. We assist you to find cheap flights to Peru. 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 Peru provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

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

    Details on arrival

    Start  dates are flexible from Mid of February to Mid of December.

    Volunteers are able to start the program any day of the week.

    pick up/Transfer

    We will send you a well known taxi driver to pick you. (Fare 15 US)

    You will be picked up at Chiclayo airport. (1 hour flight from the capital, Lima to Chiclayo (CIX), or pick you up at a hotel or bus terminal in Chiclayo. 

    You will be shown around and get introduced to the other volunteers and get to know all the animals.

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

    Program Fees

    $264 per week 1 - 24 weeks Age 16 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    1 - 24 weeks

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    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
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    Location

    Americas > South America > Peru > Lambayeque

    Meet your project coordinator

    Juan
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