Volunteering in Greece - Animal Welfare

by Natucate

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$300-600, $100-300Program Costs

5.0 / 5Overall Rating

1Review

2013Year established

$300-600, $100-300Program Costs

5.0 / 5Overall Rating

1Review

2013Year established

Program Overview

Support animal welfare in Southeast Europe! Travel to magnificent Greece and help care for vulnerable cats in an animal sanctuary southeast of Athens.

Together with other international volunteers, you will be based in the beautiful Attica region and assist the dedicated on-site team with the sanctuary’s daily operations. You will help feed the cats, clean litter boxes and the facility and, of course, pet and play with the cats. Moreover, you may become involved in fundraising events, community work, and social media activities to help spread the word and raise awareness of the importance of animal welfare.

On your off days, you get the chance to explore the fascinating Attica region and other parts of awe-inspiring Greece. Gain experience working with animals in need, and contribute to a good cause as an animal welfare volunteer - start planning now!

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Program Highlights

Help to make a difference in animal welfare.

Gain insight into the daily operations of an animal sanctuary.

Obtain valuable work experience and skills in animal care.

Assist in community work and fundraising events.

Experience the culture and natural beauty of Greece.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration

Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan

Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)

Pre-Departure Orientation

Laundry

Emergency Support

Quick Details

Location

Athens, Greece

Starts At$300-600, $100-300

Availability

Year(s) Offered:Year Round

Duration:

2-4 Weeks
5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement18+

Types & Subjects

Causes:

Animal Welfare
Community Centers
Education
Veterinary Science

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Program Details

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Locations

Athens, Greece

Available Terms / Availability

Years Offered
Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Couples

Education Levels & Language

Language
English
Education
Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

Apartment/Flat
Dormitory
Guest House

Application Procedures

Phone/Video Interview
Other

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

2-4 Weeks
5-8 Weeks

Starts At

$300-600, $100-300

Salary & Compensation

No salary

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Elisabeth GlombiakGermany · May 2023

Free cuddles and so much love

That is what you get while living and working at the cat shelter! After duties like cleaning the property (2 floors), food and water bowls, doing litter boxes, providing medical care and re-filling bowls, the cats would be so happy to share their love with you. Some of them will immediately snuggle, some are shy and need some time, some will also hide. No matter what, it feels so good to hang around cats all day. You will share your room with them, they will be happy to share their lifestyle: being active at night, playing, hunting and come back to bed innocently at 5 in the morning :D I enjoyed my time there so much. The house, staff and other volunteers: it has been easy to feel like home quickly. Like a big commune. The area is nice as well, surrounded by hills you will have a good view from the rooftop. Within a 30 minute walk you can spend freetime in a small town while having a coffee. But make sure to be back at the shelter soon - your furry friends will miss you!

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What happens after my arrival?

Upon arrival in the volunteer accommodation, located in the Kouvaras region, you can settle into your room and get to know your team and the program before the actual project work starts on the same day or the following morning.

What are my main activities?

As a volunteer, you will be involved in the following tasks:

- feeding and caring for the cats
- cleaning litter boxes
- daily deep cleaning of indoor and outdoor spaces (i.e., balconies, patio)
- arts and crafts activities, e.g., creating animal toys, painting cat houses
- assisting staff in taking a cat to the vet or the airport (for adoption), assisting with social media, or participating in community animal welfare-related events.

How big is the group?

Your team consists of around 8 volunteers.

What does the accommodation look like?

Volunteers are accommodated in a modern, comfortable two-floor family house. There are three bedrooms (single bed, double bed, bunk beds), and a shared bathroom (plus a private bathroom).

There is also a living room with a TV, an outside sitting area, a laundry room, and a fully-equipped kitchen.

Sanctuary cats live in the house so be prepared for kitties wanting to share the bedroom with you.

Are vegan/vegetarian meals possible?

Yes, vegetarians and vegans can be catered for. We ask you to let us know about any special dietary requirements in advance so the team on-site has enough time for arrangements.