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Assistant at Dog Shelter

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Slutför din bokning så snart som möjligt. Detta projekt fylls snabbt och är redan bokat på vissa datum.

Höjdpunkter

  • Experience the joy of helping over 250 animals in need, learning their story and changing their faith in humanity through love, care and passion.
  • Gain an in-depth knowledge about rescue, rehabilitation and animal welfare while doing daily task such as feeding, cleaning and socializing.
  • Meet volunteers from all over the world and make friends for life <3 while being a part of a beautiful community and worthy cause.

Höjdpunkter

  • Experience the joy of helping over 250 animals in need, learning their story and changing their faith in humanity through love, care and passion.
  • Gain an in-depth knowledge about rescue, rehabilitation and animal welfare while doing daily task such as feeding, cleaning and socializing.
  • Meet volunteers from all over the world and make friends for life <3 while being a part of a beautiful community and worthy cause.
  • Make memories you will never forget, first hand knowledge about rescuing and get an absolute unique experience filled with so much love and joy from our 250 happy dogs.
  • Explore the beautiful surroundings you live in and immerse yourself in the Greek culture or just relax under the olive trees while the warm sun rays touches your skin.
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    Särskilt lämplig för

    Ålder 18+
    Singlar
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    Om programmet

    Volunteer at our Greek animal shelter and learn about rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming abandoned and abused animals through love, care and dedication! 🐶

    The Project

    At Bronx Familia Animal Shelter, located in the serene olive groves of Crete, Greece, we are dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abandoned dogs. With over 280 dogs currently under our care, most of them being strays or chain dogs rescued from neglect and abuse, we provide ...

    Om programmet

    The Project

    At Bronx Familia Animal Shelter, located in the serene olive groves of Crete, Greece, we are dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abandoned dogs. With over 280 dogs currently under our care, most of them being strays or chain dogs rescued from neglect and abuse, we provide a safe haven for them until they find their forever homes. As a nonprofit organization, we rely heavily on the kindness and generosity of volunteers and donors from around the world. We work tirelessly to create a better life for these animals, but we face significant challenges, such as the widespread issue of animal cruelty and the constant need for financial support to cover the costs of food, medical care, and daily shelter operations.

    The Shelter

    Our volunteer program is crucial to the success of the shelter, as it helps us with the daily tasks of feeding, cleaning, and socializing the animals. Volunteers play an essential role in ensuring that the shelter runs smoothly and that our dogs receive the love and care they deserve. Volunteers will be working alongside me, Nikos Tsikalakis, the founder and owner of the shelter, as well as other volunteers from around the world. Together, we create a welcoming and compassionate environment for both the animals and the people who help them.

    The Location

    The shelter itself is located in a beautiful, peaceful area surrounded by an olive grove, offering a unique opportunity to experience the authentic life of Crete. Volunteers will live just 500 meters away from the shelter in the charming village of Kalo Chorio, where they can immerse themselves in the local culture and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

    What to Expect

    We expect our volunteers to be passionate, dedicated, and compassionate. They should be willing to work hard and show empathy for the animals in our care. In return, we offer a rewarding experience where volunteers will make a real difference in the lives of our animals while gaining valuable insights into animal rescue and welfare. Volunteers do not need to bring special equipment, but they should come prepared for a physically demanding role and be ready to get their hands dirty in support of our furry friends.

    Typisk dag

    • A typical day at Bronx Familia Animal Shelter starts around 9:30 AM, with the main responsibilities of our volunteers being feeding, cleaning, and watering the dogs. Volunteers begin by cleaning the kennels, which includes removing dog waste from the enclosures and ensuring the dogs have fresh water ...

    Typisk dag

    • A typical day at Bronx Familia Animal Shelter starts around 9:30 AM, with the main responsibilities of our volunteers being feeding, cleaning, and watering the dogs. Volunteers begin by cleaning the kennels, which includes removing dog waste from the enclosures and ensuring the dogs have fresh water twice a day. Keeping the shelter clean and hygienic is essential for the well-being of over 280 dogs, and this task is vital to maintaining a healthy environment.
    • After the cleaning and watering tasks are completed, volunteers spend time socializing with the dogs. This is a fun and rewarding part of the day, as volunteers get to interact with the dogs, play with them, and help them build trust and confidence. Socializing is especially important for the dogs who are still learning to adapt to their new environment or have come from troubled backgrounds.
    • In addition to caring for the animals, volunteers help with general maintenance tasks around the shelter, such as mending fences, repairing dog enclosures, and building new dog houses. Sometimes, the dogs may damage their enclosures in an attempt to escape, so volunteers need to stay alert and assist with repairs, which can happen at any time of day or night.
    • Volunteers also assist with managing food supplies, ensuring we have enough to meet the needs of the dogs, especially those on special diets. This is an important responsibility as we strive to provide the best care for every animal.

    While the schedule is flexible and can change depending on the shelter’s needs, volunteers can expect to spend their days helping to improve the lives of the dogs while also enjoying their company. In exchange for their hard work, volunteers are provided with accommodation and basic food to cook their own meals, though any special dietary needs are the responsibility of the volunteers themselves.

    Each day offers new challenges, but the work is deeply fulfilling, knowing that you are making a meaningful difference in the lives of the dogs at Bronx Familia Animal Shelter.

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    When you finish the daily task you are more than welcome to socialize the dogs, make videos and pictures for social medias, walk the dogs etc. (please ask Nikos before you take any dog out for a walk) and feel free to explore the beautiful area you live in.

    Around you is nature and tranquility. Kalo ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    When you finish the daily task you are more than welcome to socialize the dogs, make videos and pictures for social medias, walk the dogs etc. (please ask Nikos before you take any dog out for a walk) and feel free to explore the beautiful area you live in.

    Around you is nature and tranquility. Kalo Chorio (Taverne, Cafe) is 1 km away. It's near Gouves (3.5km away from the shelter) . Keep in mind that without a car, it is not much easy to move around! You can always ask to get a ride to Gouves, and we will try our best to arrange it.

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimiålder: 18 år

    För att kunna delta i programmet måste du vara minst 18 år gammal på programmets startdatum. Det kan finnas undantag om du kan visa upp tillstånd från din(a) vårdnadshavare eller om du åtföljs av dina föräldrar.

    Språkfärdigheter

    Du måste tala Engelska (grundnivå)

    Begränsningar av nationalitet

    Inga begränsningar. Hjälpande händer från hela världen är välkomna.

    Tidsåtgång

    Din hjälp kommer att behövas på Måndag, Tisdag, Onsdag, Torsdag, Fredag, Lördag och Söndag

    Vad som ingår

    Vad som ingår

    Tjänster på plats

    We provide our volunteers with 

    • accommodation, 
    • basic groceries to make breakfast, lunch and dinner (bread, milk, pasta, rice etc.) and 
    • households goods (hand soap, cleaning supplies, toilet paper etc.)

    Boende

    We have two small house set up. 
    • The main one accommodates up to four people, it has a kitchen with gas stove and bathroom. It is a shared room with 4 beds. 
    • The second one is a container building with 3 beds ( a bunk bed with the a bottom double bed and a single top bed) and a bathroom. 
    We are solely relying on solar power + our generator ( we use it in the winter months).

    We will expect the accommodation to be cleaned regularly, maintaining a clean and healthy indoor environment.
    We do also have a caravan with room for up to two person, but at the moment it is functional as a cat house to our three cats.

    Mat och Dryck

    We provide you with all basic food to cook your daily meals (such as bread, eggs, vegetables, rice etc.). We do not provide your meals, you must cook yourself or arrange with your fellow volunteers to cook together (we offer everything you will need for basic meals, for any further special requests on meals, you can provide them yourself).

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    Hämtning på flygplatsen på Heraklion Airport

    Hämtning på flygplatsen ingår inte heller i programavgifterna.

    Flygbiljetter

    Den närmaste flygplatsen är Heraklion Airport (HER) i Heraklion. Vi hjälper dig att hitta billiga flyg till Grekland. HITTA BILLIGA FLYG

    Reseförsäkring

    Att resa utomlands är ett äventyr och det är alltid bäst att vara förberedd. Plötslig sjukdom eller skada, avbokning eller stöld - en reseförsäkring för Grekland ger trygghet och är ett plus att ha. FÅ ETT PRISFÖRSLAG

    Vacciner

    Om du har för avsikt att arbeta som volontär i Grekland bör du söka medicinsk rådgivning innan du börjar din sociala resa. Kontrollera vilka vaccinationer som krävs för Grekland. KONTROLL AV VACCIN

    Detaljer vid ankomsten

    We accept/ are in need of volunteers throughout all the year and are very much dependent on helping hands to keep our everyday life going.

    How to get to the shelter
    To get to the shelter you can take the bus to Gouves from the main bus station in Heraklion or from the bus stop at Heraklion airport (approximately 25-30 min ride), from Gouves (3.5 km from Kalo Chorio where we are located) to the shelter the transfer can be arranged from us! If it happens you arrive outside of the bus schedules it might be arranged that you can be picked up from the airport (if we have volunteers to stay at the shelter) or you can take a taxi directly.

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    $53 per vecka 1 - 50 veckor Ålder 18 - 50+

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    2026
    It’s been one of the best experiences of my life. I’ve met some wonderful people, I’m really going to miss all the dogs, and Nikos ...
    Yachay Julien Velásquez

    Assistant at Dog Shelter

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    2025
    .... where dedication and compassion are felt in every action! For me, it was my first experience with volunteer work. I spent two weeks ...
    Patricia Papanian

    Assistant at Dog Shelter

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