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Animal Care in Costa Rica

by: Involvement Volunteers International

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Costa Rica faces a significant challenge in caring for orphaned or abandoned domestic animals, including dogs, cats, and others. Sadly, these animals are often in poor health, suffering from unattended injuries and hunger. To provide care and love for these lonely and vulnerable animals, veterinary organisations and social projects have been established to help with the problem. These animal care...

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Program Highlights

Assist local staff at shelters and clinics with admin, fundraising, and outreach programs.

Support daily care by walking dogs, doing obedience training, and keeping animals active.

Help prepare nutritious meals and feed animals to ensure their health and wellbeing.

Contribute by cleaning kennels and maintaining safe, hygienic spaces for rescued animals.

If qualified, assist with medical treatments and spay or neuter initiatives to protect animal welfare.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement:Open to All Ages
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Wildlife
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

2025 Finalist - People’s Choicenot for profit

Program Details

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Locations

  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Wildlife

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 1-2 Years
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

Open to All Ages

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Written Application
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Other

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