Animal welfare Helper
Coordinator | Jose
Coordinator | Jose
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Highlights
Help save animals who are the victims of cruelty and negligence!
Animals can make you happier and healthier – it's a scientific fact!!
Contribute to a cause that you care about.
You'll see the value of giving without expecting anything in return
Learn/Improve your Spanish and experience Spanish way of life!
Volunteer at animal shelters and give your love and care to animals that have been abandoned or abused by their owners and are looking for a new home.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 14+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
Wheel Chairs
Volunteers working at animal shelters and animal sanctuaries will have many different tasks, such as cleaning shelters, feeding animals, walking dogs and cats and assisting in the rehabilitation of traumatized animals. You can also participate in efforts to control stray animal overcrowding during your time at a cat and dog rescue center. Due to the amount of work it takes to keep the program running, help from volunteers is always greatly appreciated. This is also a great opportunity for volunteers any age who are passionate about animals and want to spend time volunteering at an animal shelter.
Many families do not have the knowledge of animal welfare, especially in food. This is why it is so important to educate families
who would like to have an animal as a family member. Animals are only mediated
when the family has the right environment for pets.
Typical day
The project is located on the beautiful Atlantic coast of Bilbao.
Volunteer tasks may include: Caring for stray dogs and cats (grooming, taking dogs for walks), cleaning cages, administering medications, supporting sterilization procedures, assisting in rescue operations, distributing food for animals on the street , PR and work, maintain websites, help raise funds, etc. Before starting your volunteer project, you will receive an orientation from our local staff. Staff who run this kind of organizations are very happy to welcome volunteers from all over the world. Usually you will be in the program with other volunteers. There are morning and afternoon schedules Be flexible. So you will have time to enjoy your afternoon on the beach. This program allows you to rescue and work with abandoned dogs and cats and pets in general while helping them find a new home.
Daily tasks can include:
Feed and walk the animals, Cleaning of cages and equipment, Medication administration and support with sterilization procedures.
Help with rescue operations where animals are brought from the street. Food
distribution for street animals
Help with public relations and educational work.
Support in the adoption process
During your free time you can go to the beach. You can enjoy activities like hiking,
climbing, trekking, horse riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Bilbao has excellent surf
spots. The water sports activities are closely related to the project.
After the initial orientation, you will have a morning, afternoon or evening shift at your placement and will work for max 4 hours per day. Please note that start times and daily workload depends on the project that you are participating on - some placements run in the afternoon and volunteers on these placements will have the morning free. You may therefore plan daily activities which could include sightseeing, shopping or taking Spanish language lessons.
Free-time activities
We include Free cultural activities Mon-Fri such as climbing, hiking, excursions, day tours, wine tasting etc. They are for free.
Volunteers have the weekends free. Spain is universally recognised for its history, art, culture, cuisine and natural beauty, so there is absolutely no shortage of things to see and do while in Bilbao or further afield in Spain!
Water Sports
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Riding
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 14 years old on the program start date.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
or Spanish (basic level)
CV
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Passion for animals and a need to help others
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
14:00
- 18:00
What's Included
- Two weeks of Spanish course, 20 hours per week for the first two weeks (Placement test before arrival)
- Pick up at the airport and transfer to your accommodation
- Cultural activities from Monday to Friday
- Accommodation dorm room, city centre walking distance to the school (Wifi, weekly cleaning, electricity, water and kitchen).
- Supervisor and regular evaluation meetings during your program
- Support 24 hours and 7 days a week from our associated local staff.
- Certificate of volunteering at the end as well as the Spanish course with the level achieved.
- Center Accredited by the Cervantes Institute
- Volunteering max. 20 hours per week
Airport pick up from Bilbao airport included. From there we will take you to your accommodation.
We offer dorm room walking distance to school, city centre, all amenities including wifi and cleaner once per week. There are kitchen and bathroom facilities too. In case you want a single room please ask for a price difference.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.
The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport (BIO) in Bilbao. We assist you to find cheap flights to Spain.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Spain provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Spain you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Spain.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
The program is totally flexible. Volunteers can join any Monday all year round. In our program we include 2 weeks of Intensive Spanish courses upon arrival during the mornings. In the afternoons you go to work as a volunteer max. 20 hours per week. We also include accommodation shared apartment single room when possible (if not student dorm) walking distance to School, airport pick up, free cultural activities Mon-Fri.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 50 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,311
3 weeks
$1,653
4 weeks
$1,915
5 weeks
$2,052
6 weeks
$2,337
9 weeks
$3,027
17 weeks
$6,270
49 weeks
$16,745
50 weeks
(max. stay)
$16,747
Average fees
$495
/week
The organization charges its fees in EUR. The price table in USD is subject to currency fluctuation.
Instituto Hemingway
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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Your final payment will be agreed with Instituto Hemingway during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Animal welfare Helper
Volunteer at animal shelters and give your love and care to animals that have been abandoned or abused by their owners and are looking for a new home.
$434/week
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