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Volunteering with Cats in Barcelona

by: Oyster Worldwide

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Barcelona is a city where the option to euthanize rejected animals has been banned for over ten years. The outcome of this is that many shelters and sanctuaries are completely oversubscribed. They are desperately looking for lively volunteers to help cuddle and care for the cats. This is to ensure that these loving animals have a high quality of life before they can be re-homed. Tasks include:...

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Program Highlights

Care and cuddle for loving dogs and cats on their journey to find a new home.

Take the animals out for brisk walks and enjoy breathtaking city views from the top of the Tibidabo mountain.

Enjoy the city on your afternoons off and check out the abundance of museums, galleries, restaurants, and cultural sites!

Meet other volunteers from around the globe.

Enjoy the nightlife in Barcelona that doesn't even start until 12 midnight!

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Barcelona, Spain
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • Multiple Year
  • 9-12 Weeks
Cost Per Week$1250-1500
Age Requirement:Open to All Ages
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

4

Thank You Oyster: A Heartfelt Thanks for Claudia's Amazing Experience at the Cat Shelter

January 25, 2026by: Lisa Assili

Program: Volunteering with Cats in Barcelona

10

Claudia's Mum here! I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone at Oyster and your team in Spain for looking after Claudia so well. She adored her time there and in the cat shelter, she hasn't stopped chatting about it. I will definitely recommend your services for D of E.

Smooth and Memorable Experience with Oyster: Unforgettable Time in Barcelona with the Cats

January 01, 2026by: Lisa Assili

Program: Volunteering with Cats in Barcelona

10

The team at Oyster made my experience so smooth and memorable. Firstly, they gave me all the info about my trip beforehand so I could adequately prepare. They kept in contact with me throughout, if I had any questions. I had such an amazing and unforgettable experience in Barcelona with the cats, Thank you so much!

This experience with Oyster was amazing

May 11, 2024by: Emeline Augereau

Program: Volunteering with Cats in Barcelona

10

This experience with Oyster was amazing. I felt really safe because I was taking care of. If you have any questions, you can ask the staff and they will help you within a minute. I can't wait to do another trip with this company.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Barcelona, Spain

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Open to All Ages

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Cost per week

$1250-1500

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory

Salary & Compensation

Volunteer

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

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