Mayday Algarve

Our mission is to create a safe haven for dogs and cats whilst they wait for a new loving home.

We take in any kind of dog or cat when we have space for them and make sure that they get the medical treatments if they need and regular treatments such as deworming, flea and tick prevention and vaccinations.

We clean the pens daily and provide clean bedding in the dog houses. When necessary, we also bottle feed puppys and socalise them as they grow.

Since Mayday survives 100% from donations, we are very grateful to anyone who decides to help us. Without this help, our animals couldn’t have the life they have.

If you are interested in volunteering, you can help us with our daily tasks such as feeding the dogs, cleaning the pens and just spending time with our lovely dogs. You would be welcome to stay in one of our caravans or tent, subject to availability, or in your own van. Contact us for further details. An average day goes like this:- we start with feeding the dogs, cleaning their areas and making sure they all have enough clean water. Then we have a break of about 1 hour for breakfast. After this we do anything else that is necessary on the day or exercise some of the dogs. Then we break until about 16:00 in the winter and 17:00 in the summer, when we do the evening medications, feeding and checking on their water to make sure the dogs have enough for the night. More dogs can be walked then if there is time and if you want to. We need people who love dogs and want to take care of them, walk them, socialise with them and help them, you might walk up to 10 km with the dogs every day if you wish. We also have a few cats and they also need taking care of.

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Reseñas

5.0
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Anfitrión y equipo

4.5

Horas y tareas

4.5

Hostal

5.0

Aprendizaje y diversión

5.0

Bélgica

5

Working with the dogs was very rewarding and fun to experience! The other volunteer really helped me in the beginning and we also had contact outside the working hours. It was a very peaceful place to enjoy nature and long walks if you are into this. I would recommend coming by car though because otherwise you have to walk quite some distances to get to a nearby shop or beach. Eather way it was a very nice experience!

hace 17 horas


Karen respondido

Thank you for all your help Pebbles, it is greatly appreciated.

Reino Unido

5

I really enjoyed my stay at mayday algarve. The working hours and tasks were all very reasonable and looking after the dogs and cats was very enjoyable as they were all lovely. There was also a lot to do during free time, for example the beaches and nearby towns were all very nice. I would definitely recommend staying here :)

hace 1 día


Karen respondido

Thank you for all your help here Anna. It was lovely to have you here and you would be welcome back here anytime:)

Alemania

5

I really enjoyed my time at Mayday! The day was well structured, and with three to five hours of work per day, there was still plenty of time to explore the town and the beaches. The dogs and cats were all incredibly sweet, and it was hard to say goodbye to them.

hace 13 días


Karen respondido

We are so pleased you enjoyed your time with us. It was a pleasure to have you here. Thank you for all your help. Safe travels.

Alemania

5

I really loved my time at Mayday Algarve. The work was really easy and even when you work double (you only do that twice a week) you still have plenty of time to chill or go to the beach. It’s only a 40 min walk to the beach and the view is breathtaking especially when the sun sets. The best thing was of course the dogs. They are the cutest you want to take them all home!

hace 21 días

Alemania

5

My time at Mayday was truly amazing. I met so many nice people, formed friendships with other volunteers and made memories I will value for a lifetime. Caring for the dogs didn’t really feel like work for me. The hours are more than reasonable and cuddling Evan was always the highlight of my day. The shops and the beach are also close by, especially if you have a car like i did. Please be aware that in order to wash your clothes you either have to use the provided bathtub or sink in the shelter or spend 5€ at the laundry in town. All in all I would more than recommend!

hace 28 días


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Contacto con la naturaleza

Rural

Contacto con los animales

Playa