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Volunteer in Animal Care in Peru - Cusco
Volunteers on the Animal Care programme in Cusco support local shelters and rescue centres caring for abandoned, injured or neglected animals. Placements may include a dog shelter, alpaca farm or small rescue centre/zoo focused on rehabilitation and animal wellbeing. At a dog shelter, tasks include feeding, grooming, walking, socialising dogs, cleaning kennels, assisting with upkeep and supportin...
Volunteers on the Animal Care programme in Cusco support local shelters and rescue centres caring for abandoned, injured or neglected animals. Placements may include a dog shelter, alpaca farm or small rescue centre/zoo focused on rehabilitation and animal wellbeing. At a dog shelter, tasks include feeding, grooming, walking, socialising dogs, cleaning kennels, assisting with upkeep and supporting rehoming efforts. On an alpaca farm, you may feed and care for alpacas and llamas, clean pens, assist with maintenance, support basic care when animals are unwell and learn about traditional wool processing such as shearing and weaving. Helping with farm upkeep and visitor education may also be included. In a zoo/rescue-centre placement you might assist with feeding, cleaning enclosures, habit...
Program Highlights
Programs start every Monday with durations ranging from 1 to 24 weeks.
Includes homestay accommodation, airport pick-up, orientation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
Volunteer up to 4 hours a day at a dog shelter, alpaca farm or small rescue zoo in Cusco
Tasks include feeding, cleaning, grooming, socializing, and entertaining animals, maintaining enclosures, grounds upkeep, and assisting with the rehabilitation and rehoming of rescued animals
Opportunity to support animal welfare and rescue efforts in Cusco while living in Peru and experiencing local culture
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Quick Details
- Cusco, Peru
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Tours
- Vacation Packages
- Animal Welfare
- Volunteering
- American
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Program Details
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Locations
- Cusco, Peru
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Tours
- Vacation Packages
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
18-30
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Pre-Departure Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Volunteers on the Animal Care programme in Cusco support local shelters and rescue centres caring for abandoned, injured or neglected animals. Placements may include a dog shelter, alpaca farm or small rescue centre/zoo focused on rehabilitation and animal wellbeing. At a dog shelter, tasks include feeding, grooming, walking, socialising dogs, cleaning kennels, assisting with upkeep and supporting rehoming efforts. On an alpaca farm, you may feed and care for alpacas and llamas, clean pens, assist with maintenance, support basic care when animals are unwell and learn about traditional wool processing such as shearing and weaving. Helping with farm upkeep and visitor education may also be included. In a zoo/rescue-centre placement you might assist with feeding, cleaning enclosures, habit...
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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Ready to Learn More?
Volunteers on the Animal Care programme in Cusco support local shelters and rescue centres caring for abandoned, injured or neglected animals. Placements may include a dog shelter, alpaca farm or small rescue centre/zoo focused on rehabilitation and animal wellbeing. At a dog shelter, tasks include feeding, grooming, walking, socialising dogs, cleaning kennels, assisting with upkeep and supporting rehoming efforts. On an alpaca farm, you may feed and care for alpacas and llamas, clean pens, assist with maintenance, support basic care when animals are unwell and learn about traditional wool processing such as shearing and weaving. Helping with farm upkeep and visitor education may also be included. In a zoo/rescue-centre placement you might assist with feeding, cleaning enclosures, habit...
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