The Animal Rescue volunteers help the project in different areas. Here is a list of activities you will be encouraged to participate in:
- Physical therapy for dogs with spinal injuries helping them learn to walk again
- Bathing dogs
- Feeding hay and grass in the cow and donkey section
- Feeding in the dog kennels and identifying those who are not eating
- Giving special food and encouragement to those in the dog kennels who are not eating
- Spending quality one-on-one time with a depressed animal that needs love and support to heal faster
- Assisting in cow and donkey treatment (sometimes it takes up to five people to treat an especially large cow or bull)
- Soothing dogs after their treatment to minimize the possibly painful or scary experience
- Deep cleaning a kennel with a brush and bucket of soapy water
- Be a pooper-scooper to help maintain the cleanest environment for the animals
- Brush donkeys and dogs
- Help socialize fearful animals
Overview
- Project length: From 2 weeks to 8 weeks
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 4 to 6 hours per day
- Requirements: Police Check/Clearance report
- Age Limits: Minimum 17yrs or older for solo travelers.
- Minimum Age: 12 to 16 yrs if traveling with parents.
- Vaccinations: Hep A, typhoid
What is Included
- Accommodation: Share Volunteer House
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch box and dinner daily
- Arrival: Airport meet and greet by ABV Staff
- Orientation: Project Overview and Orientation
- Support: Pre-trip written guide, In-country ABV staff available 24/7
- Departure: ABV Staff Escorted Airport Transfer
- Hindi Lessons: 5 Days included
- Optional: Indian Cuisine, Yoga, Henna and Dance lessons (not included)
Not included
- Flights. Entry Visa. Departure taxes. Vaccinations. Local Transportation. Travel & Health Insurance. Laundry and Internet
