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We are a animal shelter formed to help abandoned and mistreated animals in the Algarve, South of Portugal.
Our kennels are beautiful little wooden houses, fully insulated, where we pair 2 to 3 dogs maximum in each kennel so they have a peaceful place to chill and sleep. All our dogs go for walks and have fun time at our parks every day.
We have a very motivated team that genuinely love animals. This place has proven to be a healing place not only for animals but to a few good human souls too :)
Our goal is to give a second chance to those abandoned dogs by finding them new loving families and homes, locally and abroad :-)
We also aim to educate and inform the local population about the benefits of sterilising their animals and the raise awareness about animal welfare.
Many previous volunteers had their heart stolen by one of our shelter dogs and ended up adopting one, giving them a new loving home ! :-) So if you also fall in love with one of our rescued dogs and want to adopt one, we'll walk you through the adoption process ;-)
If you are willing to help those that have left a sad passed behind and work hard to see them happy you are more then welcome to join us :) we could use your help and kindness.
Love,
the TEAMTypes of help and learning opportunities
Charity WorkLanguage practiceGardeningAnimal CareGeneral MaintenanceUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn a lot about Animal Welfare, about the differences in attitudes towards animals in Portugal compared to other cultures. Opportunities to explore the local community and experience different cultures. Possibility of learning the Portuguese language along the way!
Help
We need help with cleaning kennels, walking the dogs, exercising and socializing them, cleaning the cattery, socializing the cats and spending quality time with them, helping with the recycling, and general maintenance of the shelter and property. You need to be hard working and flexible. If you don't like lots of cleaning or the smell of dog poo, then we are not the place for you! You must like walking, you may walk up to 10km (if not more) a day with the doggies
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Portuguese: FluentAccommodation
Accommodation is comprised of shared bedrooms (three to four in a room) in a wooden house and 4 mobile homes. Shared bathroom, kitchen and living space.
Food is not included.
For shopping, the town is only a 20 minutes away by walk. You will enjoy it since it’s a lovely country walk with a beautiful scenery.
Drinks (water) is included.
We have a swimming pool you can enjoy and lots of green landscape and nature.
We can never promise that the doggies won't bark in the night and you will be able to hear them from the accommodation. Most of the time they are quiet but occasionally something sets them off barking for a little while! You may also be required to sleep with a dog or puppy in your room as we do have some house dogs!
VERY IMPORTANT- The accommodations are responsibility of the volunteers to clean.What else ...
We are situated just 10 minutes out of Loule, Algarve and only 20 minutes drive from the nearest beach! There's lots to see and do in your free time! Loule bus station is 10 minutes away, the train station is just 15 minutes away and Faro airport is 30 mins away. Good travel links around Portugal. Loule is a historical market town, very pretty with lots of little cafes and bars, a theatre, gypsy market etc.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
3 hours/day 5days/week
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The good: The morning daily walks with the doggos through the hillside just outside the facilities were really nice. At the time I was there, wildflowers were everywhere. Most of the dogs were really cute and loving. The other volunteers were also really nice, I made some… read more
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The good: The morning daily walks with the doggos through the hillside just outside the facilities were really nice. At the time I was there, wildflowers were everywhere. Most of the dogs were really cute and loving. The other volunteers were also really nice, I made some… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one… read more
The day to day workload is so manageable, with plenty of downtime to spend how you choose. The location is beautiful and the… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one… read more
Such a lovely first work away! The routine of the day was so lovely gave you time to chill out and explore in the day! There's is high intensity parts but some of the most blissful calming parts cuddling the dogs! Felt so lovely working for such a brilliant charity who… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one day… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one day… read more
It's a lovely place for both - animals and humans with nice accommodations and a beautiful surrounding.
The staff is well organized and working hard to offer the rescued animals a good place to live before they find a forever home.
The cats and dogs are very affectionate and happy… read more
Moniek creates a safe and loving environment** for the animals, making the shelter feel less like a temporary stop and more like a… read more
It's a big shelter, the property is very nice with trees and a lot of parks for the dogs. The staff is friendly and the work is… read more
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
She is very nice person always with a positive attitude and friendly to others.
We hope she comeback one day :)
She is amazing people very kind soul and always in a good spirit :)
Extremely responsible with the shifts and the extra tasks, doing way more than asked :)
She helped a lot traumatised animals overcome their fears and shy ones too.
Helped a lot with adoption events taking… read more
The staff cares deeply for the animals and does everything they can to give them the best possible life in the shelter.
The work consists of… read more
She was good with animals and helped with the adoption events, cleaning and dog walking
She is very friendly towards everyone
We stayed at the shelter for a little more than a week, but we really loved our time there. The accomodation was simple but decent and clean. The people were all young and kind, always available to… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one… read more
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
She is very nice person always with a positive attitude and friendly to others.
We hope she comeback once day :)
The staff and the volunteers are doing a great job taking care of all the animals. Thanks for all the amazing work you do!
The dogs and cats were so adorable and taking walks and cuddling them… read more
They are amazing people very kind soul and always in a good spirit :)
Extremely responsible with the shifts and the extra tasks, doing way more than asked :)
They helped a lot traumatised animals overcome their fears and shy ones too.
Helped a lot with adoption events taking care of the animals we take to other locations to show… read more
She was good with animals and helped with the adoption events, cleaning and dog walking
She is very friendly towards everyone
She was good with animals and helped with the adoption events, cleaning and dog walking
She is very friendly towards everyone
He is excellent with everything in the shelter all the tasks and all the animals
He really goes above and beyond to help, doing things that we do not ask, super super proactive
With a very positive attitude always he is very good with people :)
He is one of the best volunteers we ever had
Any host would… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one day… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one… read more
The work is well structured, which makes the time pass quickly. Even though the work is easy, some people can find it… read more
They are amazing people very kind soul and always in a good spirit :)
Extremely responsible with the shifts and the extra tasks, doing way more than asked :)
They helped a lot traumatised animals overcome their fears and shy ones too.
Helped a lot with adoption events taking care of the animals we take to other locations to show… read more
She is excellent with everything in the shelter all the tasks and all the animals
She really goes above and beyond to help, doing things that we do not ask, super super proactive
With a very positive attitude always she is very good with people :)
She is one of the best volunteers we ever had
Any host… read more
They helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
They is very nice person always with a positive attitude and friendly to others.
We hope they comeback once day :)
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
She is very nice person always with a positive attitude and friendly to others.
We hope she comeback once day :)
The accommodation for volunteers is very cozy and nice, with many nice seatings and lounge area's, where volunteers can gather and chat. But the quality of live for the animals is of highest priority. As a… read more
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
She is very nice person always with a positive attitude and friendly to others.
We hope she comeback once day :)
The place makes incredible work, the way how the space is planned, the conditions of animals, the management is fantastic 😍 and of course how much love they give to the animals.
It was my first time of volunteering at the… read more
They are amazing people very kind soul and always in a good spirit :)
Extremely responsible with the shifts and the extra tasks, doing way more than asked :)
They helped a lot traumatised animals overcome their fears and shy ones too.
Helped a lot with adoption… read more
We had an amazing time and we missed it so much that we went back after a few months.
The staff is so kind, lovely and very helpful.
This is the best shelter we ever seen. Everything is so well organized.
It's a beautiful place and we recommend spending your time here!
Thank you so… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one day… read more
She was really responsible and good with any tasks during the shifts and the extra tasks as well.
She loves animals and you can definitely see that
Helped with traumatised animals get better with people and other dogs
She helped with adoption events where we take the animals to meet the families in different… read more
She is excellent with everything in the shelter all the tasks and all the animals
She really goes above and beyond to help, doing things that we do not ask, super super proactive
With a very positive attitude always she is very good with people :)
She is one of the best volunteers we ever had
Any host… read more
I had a great time and all the people there are very sweet, I'm lucky to have met them <3
A few things to note:
- if you want to have a true friend, visit Helsinki! He's the cutest and smartest dog and will never bite or even growl at you. He needs love and… read more
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
In adoption events she helped as well, where we take the animals for families to see them and know them in a different location.
She is very nice person always with a positive… read more
She is excellent with everything in the shelter all the tasks and all the animals
She really goes above and beyond to help, doing things that we do not ask, super super proactive
With a very positive attitude always she is very good with people :)
She is one of the best volunteers we ever had
Any host… read more
She was an amazing volunteer, super responsible, extra attentive all staff and animals love her, she would go above and beyond with the shift tasks and the extra daily tasks.
Really good helping traumatised and shy animals to recover.
And helped a lot with the participation on adoption… read more
She is excellent with everything in the shelter all the tasks and all the animals
She really goes above and beyond to help, doing things that we do not ask, super super proactive
With a very positive attitude always she is very good with people :)
She is one of the best volunteers we ever had
Any host… read more
In the last 10 years I worked in so many different jobs but at the place for the first time I felt full filed by my work. I enjoyed every second of it! I can only recommend… read more
She was really responsible and good with any tasks during the shifts and the extra tasks as well.
She loves animals and you can definitely see that
Helped with traumatised animals get better with people and other dogs
She helped with adoption events where we take the animals to meet the families in different… read more
This is the case of Annabel she is one of the kindest people we ever met, really good with the animals and staff all love her 😊
She is very responsible with all the tasks, you can really count on her, making all with a smile and a great personality.
Making… read more
He helped a lot with all socialisation of the traumatised animals making them trust again and all the animals loved him :)
Also helped a lot in the adoption events where we take the animals for families to meet them.
We hope that… read more
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
In adoption events she helped as well, where we take the animals for families to see them and know them in a different location.
She is very nice person always with a positive… read more
She was really responsible and good with any tasks during the shifts and the extra tasks as well.
She loves animals and you can definitely see that
Helped with traumatised animals get better with people and other dogs
She helped with adoption events where we take the animals to meet the families in different… read more
I love this place, the people who are part of it and all the cats and dogs (and the goat!). I am grateful for this experience, I hope to return soon! thank you all 💛
She is an amazing person very kind soul and always in a good spirit :)
Extremely responsible with the shifts and the extra tasks, doing way more than asked :)
She helped a lot traumatised animals overcome their fears and shy ones too.
Helped a lot with adoption events… read more
I stayed for 2 weeks in this wonderful shelter and really had the time of my life!
The first thing I asked myself when I went back home was when I'll have time again to come back to the shelter- it is definitely a place that feels like home.
Work didn't feel like work, I had so much fun and time ran by way too… read more
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
In adoption events she helped as well, where we take the animals for families to see them and know them in a different location.
She is very nice person always with a positive… read more
This was my first Workaway and my first solo trip, so of course I was a little nervous. But at the place I very quickly felt at ease… read more
She is excellent with everything in the shelter all the tasks and all the animals
She really goes above and beyond to help, doing things that we do not ask, super super proactive
With a very positive attitude always she is very good with people :)
She is one of the best volunteers we ever had
Any… read more
She was an amazing volunteer, super responsible, extra attentive all staff and animals love her, she would go above and beyond with the shift tasks and the extra daily tasks.
Really good helping traumatised and shy animals to recover.
And helped a lot with the participation on adoption… read more
She is an amazing person very kind soul and always in a good spirit :)
Extremely responsible with the shifts and the extra tasks, doing way more than asked :)
She helped a lot traumatised animals overcome their fears and shy ones too.
Helped a lot with adoption events… read more
It was so satisfying to see the help we brought as volunteers to make the animals happier and ready for adoption.
The work was very enjoyable to me. When you love animals, it's… read more
He helped a lot with all socialisation of the traumatised animals making them trust again and all the animals loved him :)
Daniel was also a very positive and happy person, a delight to be around all the staff and volunteers loved… read more
The working hours per day don't feel like working at all, and moreover there is plenty of free time to… read more
She helped a lot with all socialisation of the traumatised animals making them trust again and all the animals loved her :)
Lisa was also a very positive and happy person, a delight to be around all the staff and volunteers loved… read more
Really good with animals helping a lot of them overcome their fear and traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where the families meet the animals for the first time
Really kind and friendly person with all people and animals
We hope that one… read more
She helped traumatised animals to gain trust in people again trough socialisation.
In adoption events she helped as well, where we take the animals for families to see them and know them in a different location.
She is very nice person always with a positive… read more
She was very responsible on the shifts and in the daily tasks, very good with the animals
Always with a positive attitude towards people and animals
She also helped with the rehabilitation of traumatised animals making them trust people again
Helped with the adoption events where families meet the animals
We hope… read more
She helped a lot with the socialisation and rehabilitation of traumatised animals helping them to overcome their traumas
Also helped with the adoption events where we take the animals to the for families to meet them in other locations than the shelter… read more
She was really responsible and good with any tasks during the shifts and the extra tasks as well.
She loves animals and you can definitely see that
Helped with traumatised animals get better with people and other dogs
She helped with adoption events where we take the animals to meet the families in different… read more
But also for volunteers it's an amazing opportunity, very well organized, comfortable accommodation, exchange with cool people from all over the world and cuddles from all the dogs and cats that, despite… read more
She is an amazing person very kind soul and always in a good spirit :)
Extremely responsible with the shifts and the extra tasks, doing way more than asked :)
She helped a lot traumatised animals overcome their fears and shy ones too.
Helped a lot with adoption events… read more
I felt all the time welcome and my dog integrated perfectly.
It's a well organised shelter and a nice place to connect with a lot of different people in a lovely environment also the people who work there are amazing! If you… read more
She was very responsible with all the shift tasks and the extra tasks.
She loves animals and you can see that with the interaction she has with them.
Also she helped traumatised animals and shy ones to getting better to trust people again.
She helped also with the… read more
She was an amazing volunteer, super responsible, extra attentive all staff and animals love her, she would go above and beyond with the shift tasks and the extra daily tasks.
Really good helping traumatised and shy animals to recover.
And helped a lot with the participation on adoption… read more
She was responsible in the shift tasks and other tasks as well
Had a super positive attitude with animals and people
Helped socialize and rehabilitate traumatised animals with difficult backgrounds
And helped with the adoption events where we take animals to different places to meet new families
we hope she… read more
Super responsible on any task in the shift, doing way way more that was asked, helping other volunteers that just arrived.
Helped with the socialisation and rehabilitation of shy and traumatised dogs and cats.
She also helped in the adoption… read more
I was 5 weeks here and in the end I don`t wanted to leave.
The Stuff is so attentive, responsible, open minded and heartical and
they are doing such an amazing incredible work!!
The time with the animals end up in a time full of learning, growing
and pure happiness with beautifull souls.
Cause many things were told… read more
They were amazing volunteers, really responsible in the shift tasks, very helpful in the daily extra tasks and socialisation of the traumatised animals
Also helped in the adoption events the shelter organizes, where we take animals to different places so more families can meet them
And they always have… read more
The staff & other volunteers were all so amazing, kind, funny and caring. You could tell the staff do what they do because… read more
Was always happy and with a good mood towards people :)
She helped socialise shy dogs to overcome their shyness and make them comfortable with people again.
Helped on… read more
She was unbelievable with everything duties, tasks, people and animals
Extremely responsible and dependable, very kind and empathetic person, one of those people that will change you once you meet her
She is amazing with the animals, helping traumatised ones with their process.
She also joined our team in the… read more
I have been very impressed by the staff, the organisation, the genuine concern towards the animal's wellness, and the beauty of the shelter.
The dynamics between the staff and the volunteers are really good, as well as the dynamics between the volunteers. The… read more
She is excellent with everything in the shelter all the tasks and all the animals
She really goes above and beyond to help, doing things that we do not ask, super super proactive
With a very positive attitude always she is very good with people :)
She is one of the best volunteers we ever had
Any host… read more
The team is really great, warm and created… read more
Very responsible in all kinds of tasks, either in the daily shifts where we take care of the animals with cleaning the kennels, walking our doggies and socialising and rehabilitate dogs and cats :)
She was also very helpful on the adoption events we have, where we take a… read more
P.S. The beaches are reachable with the bus, there are bus lines to Faro, Quarteira and Albufeira ;).
After my off days I was always happy to see… read more
Even in such a short time, I was able to truly connect with the cats and dogs and the people at the place.
The tasks were mainly walking the dogs, cleaning the dog kennels and the cat house, doing laundry, and of course cuddling and… read more
They created a connection with all the animals, being emotionally invested in their wellbeing, super good on the shifts and all the tasks we have involved in it, even the not fun ones.
They helped a lot of animals in their rehabilitation process making them… read more
At first we wanted to stay 3 weeks because we were unsure if we would fit in there or not. After just a few hours we felt comfortable and didn't want to leave… read more
They are very responsible with any kind of tasks, they go above and beyond to take care of the animals, connecting and helping a lot of animals that were shy towards people and have traumas from the past.
With people they are also super nice and good energies always with a smile… read more
Even though it was pouring the first week of my stay I enjoyed being with the animals a lot:)
Eventually the… read more
She volunteer in the shelter for 4 weeks, and she helped a lot in all the aspects of the shelter.
Super responsible in the tasks and shifts that we have everyday, really good with the socialization of the animals and reahabilitation of them.
Also helped a lot in the adoption and… read more
The work consisted of walking the dogs, cleaning and socializing with the animals. It didn’t feel like work and all of the volunteers would help each other with the different tasks.
In the free time it… read more
She was really responsible with all tasks and learned them really fast, she was incredible with the animals going above and beyond the tasks that were schedule and did always more than asked.
She was always with a happy personality and with a smile… read more
I’ve never seen such a well organized shelter with such great conditions for both: animals and human beings. The staff is just amazing, their… read more
She is super responsible, very dedicated person, super friendly and good with all people and very good with animals.
She helped immensly in the shifts and we could aways count on her with any extra tasks.
We hope one day she has the chance to… read more
Living together with the other volunteers created a real family. We helped each other,… read more
Since day one Annie was great on the shifts understanding and respecting all the logistical differences on the tasks, super super responsible.
Always doing above and beyond, I don't thing she even took one… read more
The staff is amazing. The whole… read more
I was there for a long time and would come back anytime. Because it was a pleasure to work with the animals. It was especially nice to see how dogs can recover and then find a new home. It was an… read more
Leah is an amazing person, always in a good mood, she has a great personality.
She is extremely responsible with all tasks even the tedious ones like cleaning of the accommodations.
With the animals she… read more
I will always remember the great atmosphere, all the fun I had in the shifts, all the beautiful dogs and cats, the amazing talks by the pool and our trips to the… read more
This is a shelter that is truly dedicated to animals and takes into account all the needs and desires of both cats and dogs. All the animals are well treated and… read more
I was able to learn a lot of things and meet very great people.
I recommend to live what I went through and to go headlong because this experience is really to be lived.
I spent 3 weeks there and it was one of the best experiences of my life!
There were a lot of volunteers all the time, so I had the opportunity to meet many wonderful people.
There was an adequate amount of work in the shelter - we wore not bored, but at the same… read more
This was my first workaway experience and I initially had some fear ... I don’t know English well, I had never traveled alone, I had never been in a shelter ... all fears passed after really not more than two days! Volunteers and staff members proved to be very available… read more
We have only good things to say about him, is no coincidence he stayed helping in our shelter for 3 months.
He is one of the most responsible people we have ever encountered, always willing to help, either with the daily shifts or just being… read more
They were super responsible during the shifts and the daily tasks that are important for the shelter.
They helped a lot of animals become more social and overcome some traumas or shyness.
Amazing personality they always in a good mood and very respectful of everyone.
They helped a lot… read more
We didn’t have the impression to… read more
She was really responsible and good with all the animals and during the daily shifts, helping a lot on the daily tasks as well :)
She was always in a great mood and with a positive vibe very easygoing and happy person :)
With the socialisation of the animals… read more
For a first workaway experience, it couldn’t have been better, it is so nice to see how much the staff members are dedicated to the animals well-being, and ours too (thank you Tiago for the aloe vera for my sunburn 😄)
I already miss all… read more
She helped a lot in the daily shifts and all the tasks involved, also in the daily tasks that are very important for the shelter.
The socialisation with the animals we have to thank her a lot, she helped… read more
She was very good with all the animals, helping a lot of them in the process of socialisation and be more confortable :)
She was really helpful with the adoption events we have, we… read more
This is the case of Lore she is one of the kindest people we ever met, really good with the animals and staff all love her :)
She is very responsible with all the tasks, you can really count on her, making all with a smile and a great personality.
Making great… read more
She is really great with the animals she has an deep connection with the more shy ones and can make them really progress and trust them, making them being better quite fast.
Very responsible with all the tasks on the shift and the daily tasks that are also very important… read more
Iba para estar en principio tres semanas y me he quedado casi dos meses por la situación actual con el… read more
Also helped a lot with our adoption events, where we take a… read more
This is a great place where you can meet inspiring people who really love what they are doing and deeply care… read more
The shelter is a beautiful large property that aims to make the lives of the animals in it as comfortable as possible, and the work that is put into achieving this goal by the staff everyday is inspiring to watch. More challenging than the physical… read more
The place is amazing, the dogs are treated very well and everything is done to make them as happy as possible. We can spend a lot of time with them and during shifts there is always time for… read more
We stayed for around 5 weeks and we are super thankful for our time spent there! This was an amazing first workaway and we can't wait to hopefully come back one day.
Not only did we get to connect with all of the doggies, but we met some amazing people as well! The staff are super nice and they always look out for… read more
She was always in a good mood, with great personality got along with everyone, people and animals.
She did all the tasks that she was responsible for, the daily shifts, the additional tasks, socializing the animals and rehabilitating them.
She was really responsible with everything, and… read more
They are very friendly, always in a good mood and treat others always with respect.
Regarding the tasks of the shelter they did always everything needed, being really good with the animals and understanding what they needed and always very responsible.
They also participated… read more
He was really nice person with a great personality just great, with a sense of maturity and empathy that makes it easy and a pleasure having him as volunteer.
One great thing is he is always up to the tasks even the more difficult… read more
The working time was a little different every day, sometimes longer, sometimes shorter, but never over 4h. We cleaned the kennels daily, walked the dogs twice a day, took care of the laundry and had a lot of time to cuddle and play with the dogs or… read more
I had the privilege of spending about 2 months here over xmas and new years eve, working in a variety… read more
We felt at home immediately with the… read more
It gave me the opportunity to meet other amazing animal loving people. I admire the staff and all the hard work they do! The love for animals in this place is way beyond what I had expected.
I was able to work with the dogs very closely which made me fall in love with a… read more
The fulltime staff are friendly and helpful and you'll be able to meet volunteers of many nationalities
The staff does such an exceptional job at taking care of the dogs and giving them all the love they need, you can see it’s not only a job for them, but a true passion.
Even if you don’t have much experience with dogs like me, don’t worry, they’ll explain everything to you, and you’ll get used to… read more
It was my first Workaway experience and I couldn’t dream about a better place !! The team members are really professional and at the same time so friendly, they make you feel at home. They are always keen to help you and do everything to make you feel confortable.
The working time doesn’t feel like work, it was such a… read more
Loulé is nearby. Between shifts you are free to do whatever you would like. We took some dogs… read more
She participated on all the tasks during the shifts, super responsible and all the animals and staff loved her.
She did everything very well with an extra degree of attention even additional tasks that we ask.
Always with a smile on her face and very positive person it was wonderful having her… read more
Every day I remember the dogs at the shelter and the joy I felt when I took them for a walk.
The shelter is very organized and clean, the staff are people who really love dogs.
Thank you all for everything! I'll be back soon because I… read more
We had the pleasure to have her as a volunteer for 2 weeks
She was an amazing volunteer, did all the tasks that are necessary and even some extra ones, always in a very good mood and with a smile on her face :)
Any host would be very lucky to have her as a volunteer and we hope that she has the… read more
Beautiful place with only beautiful people and loads of amazing and lovely furry friends!
If you are looking for an unforgetable and rewarding experience do not hesitate and book! I Hope to be back soon!
Warm regards,
Chantal
We were greatful and lucky to had Jule as a volunteer in the shelter :)
She participated on the daily shifts and always did the tasks with an incredible positive energy and a smile on her face.
Very responsible always and helpful doing even some extra tasks,… read more
Sven is an amazing person and a verydedicated volunteer, doing all the tasks with a happy face and very good… read more
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I came to the shelter in February to stay for 2 weeks. After that I travelled around Portugal for a little while and then ended up coming back for… read more
It was amazing having her here, she was a really good volunteer, very responsible doing all tasks that are involved during the daily shifts and more extra ones.
In this time she also participated on our adoption events that… read more
The dogs are very sweet and well-behaved, and all so cute! I loved getting to know them and their stories. The staff really cares about the well-being of the animals, and they do everything in their power for them to be happy. The… read more
The staff is incredible and always wants to improve the place for the volunteers and animals and overall the whole shelter is very well thought through and organised.
The “work” you are doing is amazing, because you get to spend time with dogs (and the cats in the cat house, if you… read more
With passionate friendly staff, a handyman/gardener who fixes everything in no-time, a private swimming pool, beautiful… read more
A really… read more
She extended her period of her stay and we were more than happy to have her for a longer… read more
We hope that in the future have another chance to have her here again (:
For the animals it's… read more
The staff genuinely care about the welfare and happiness of all the animals that they rescue and they are genuinely lovely people. However, if… read more
Very happy person, always very cheerfull both staff , volunteers and animals love… read more
They are really happy people always with a smile on their face, and so much that it… read more
We wanted to stay for two weeks but in the end we stayed for three and a half.
The time was great and definetly one of the highlights on our trip through Europe.
Saying good bye to all dogs, the other volunteers and the team was really hard for us.
From now on a part of this place will always be with us. We are very happy to adopt… read more
What else could I say except it was the best work-away ever experienced... Really nice staying conditions (trailer), nice dairy work (mainly walking crazy dogs in need of love), and nice… read more
The work involved a morning and afternoon shift where you would clean out the kennels, then walk the… read more
We really hope she has a chance to comeback… read more
Work… read more
She was amazing with all animal they all loved her, with a very good energy doing all tasks involved for caring and providing the dogs and cats the best experience while waiting their forever home, walking them, giving them baths, play time, cuddle time, socializing with them so… read more
The staff is super friendly and really keen on showing you new things, teling about dogs, training, welfare and… read more
The shelter is amazing. The staff is working with the dogs with so much love and they spend a lot of time with the dogs.
The work was pretty easy. Cleaning the kennels, food and water, walking and the best part: cuddling. :)
It was super organized and on every shift was at least… read more
...they are just amazing. All they need is some love and care which people working in the shelter clearly provides!!! And then the brilliant volunteers whom all come and give all they can. I fell… read more
I stayed 17 days surrounded of dogs, cool people and in one of the best places I've been.
The work was really nice, It was amazing helping that dogs and spend all the time with them: playing, walking, etc.
For me is the best option to disconnect of the world and relax :D
I whish I could repeat in the future.
Thank you to the… read more
You get lots of free time in the day to explore the nearby beaches and town. Very rewarding and perfect for dog lovers.
We'll definitely be back!! :)
Volunteering at this rescue was ABSOLUTELY amazing. I truly loved every minute spent there... 2 weeks to be exact. I wish I stayed longer!
The work never really felt like work, because I just loved spending time with all of the dogs. It was so nice to get to know each and every one of… read more
When I arrived I never thought that it could be this hard for me to say goodbye to everyone and especially the animals.
This was for sure my best experience going abroad so far and I felt at home from the very beginning.
All of the… read more
The dogs are incredibly sweet, which… read more
I'm sure I come back :)
We are thankful for the time that Britta was here and hope that one day… read more
The administration of the shelter should be a role-model for every institution of that kind: the dogs are truly cared for in the best possible way; they are not only maintained, but loved and respected. Especially the staff, which is outstandingly knowledgable and… read more
We hope in… read more
I had the chance to spend almost 3 weeks here, and honestly i wish i could have stayed longer! i can't wait for coming back!
This place is just magical; lovely dogs and cats, nature, great people and a lot of time that you can spend however you prefer (... just try to be all the time you can with those animals, because once you leave the… read more
The "work" (spending your time with great dogs and cats, so it wasn't really work for me) took about 5-6 hours/day (morning + evening shift) and between that, you have a lot of… read more
The job was actually pretty easy, walk the dog, clean and cuddle. You have… read more
This place is amazing. It was my first workaday experience and two of the best weeks of my life. All of the staff and other volunteers that I met here were some of the most genuine and kind people I have ever met. The staff is incredibly helpful in making sure you know what to do and how to do it.… read more
The work is… read more
It was my first experience with workaway and their couldn’t be a better start.
The work consists of cleaning the kennels and giving food/water or walking with the dogs. But you can’t call it “work” it’s so much fun, you’re surrounded by dogs so you’re happy all the time.
The staff members are so kind and welcoming,… read more
The staff are incredible and are the most kind and caring people I have ever met - Marcia, Filipa, Miriam and… read more
We never encountered any issues with… read more
They were always spending time with the dogs after the shifts,… read more
It was always a pleasure having her around to help out, and she never complained when she was asked to do anything that may have… read more
They were amazing at doing any jobs what-so-ever, walking, cleaning or helping with anything that needed doing around the place. They weren't afraid of any of our dogs, and Jan was the only volunteer in recent times that was willing… read more
She was fully committed during her time here, asking every day if there was something that she could do to help… read more
Within minutes, however, it became apparent that I worried for nothing.
This shelter is wonderfully managed, professionaly run and beautifully kept. Why? Excellent team work is the answer.
Both dogs and volunteers… read more
All the staff is really welcoming, kind and professionnal and it was a pleasure to spend time and work with all of them.
The most important part of the "job" was to walk with the dogs, every morning and afternoon and sometimes to clean the kennels.
The dogs were… read more
On top of that, she showed a very positive attitude towards getting to know the rest of our volunteers and made for a very enjoyable… read more
This was my first experience, and this place is the best! The work that consists in giving the dogs love, walk with them, cleaning up and feeding them - it's cannot be called work :) I was very pleased to work with Shauny and Basile, they are wonderful people! For all the time that I was here, I received only 100% positive emotions. I love… read more
We were inspired by their travelling lifestyle and their… read more
She is super energetic and willing to learn - she was always asking questions as to how she could do her job better, what kind of things go on… read more
This was my first workaway experience. I was really nervous before arriving at the sanctuary as I'm new to this sort of thing, but as soon as Basile picked me up from my rental place I felt welcomed and totally at ease.
Basile and Shauny are extremely accommodating and really good hearted people who work night and day to take care of… read more
She caused no issues what so ever, never complained about what jobs she had to do, and in general was very pleasant to be around. She… read more
I was a little nervous at the beginning as this is new for me and as I wanted to do my best to help with the dogs. I felt very welcomed by the whole team especially Shauny and Basile who are here to reassure us and to… read more
We apologize if you felt like the rota wasn't always fair, we tried to ensure that your schedule… read more
Her genuine love for the animals even got her to adopt one of our rescued dogs ;-)
We… read more
Depending on where are you scheduled for the morning or evening you walk the dogs or clean the kennels. And inbetween you cuddle the dogs and spread love around them.… read more