Brand new rescue centre for stray dogs in Sacred Valley, Peru!

Ireland

5

I've had such an amazing experience at the shelterwith Emily and all the other volunteers (so much so I will be extending my stay for even longer!). Emily has an amazing vision for her project to impact Public Health and Education in addition to rescuing so many of these amazing dogs and I'm so glad to have been a part of it. It goes without saying the dogs are great, but so are the people and you'll have a brilliant time here! If you're interested in language exchange it's another reason to love it here as there are so many opportunities to practice Spanish!

over 1 year ago

Nikki replied

Thank you Gráinne for all your help! You are extremely dedicated, trustworthy, and have a talent for management. You go above and beyond your duties, take initiative and work work well in a team environment. We give you 20 stars out of 10 for sure! You would be an absolute asset to any team!

France

5

I've stayed only two weeks at the shelterbut I wished I could have stayed longer ! I felt really good there and it is mainly because it felt like a home. Basically you live with the dogs, take care of them (food, cleaning, hugs !) but apart from the feeding time which is fixed, you can organise the rest of your day as you want so life was super chill, especially after 3 months of backpacking non-stop. I was reading under the sun while petting dogs, walking dogs in the moutains (the place is gorgeous!) ... Emily is super flexible, open and easy going. Life is simple and good there !

over 1 year ago

Nikki replied

Thank you Romane for your lovely review! We really enjoyed your company, your help around the shelter and the dogs miss all your attention and affection! We wish you many more wonderful volunteer experiences!

Germany

5

My time at the shelterwas the best time of my life. Emily and the other volunteers directly welcomed me as if I am part of their family. The tasks make a lot of fun, are always well explained and you still get lots of free time, so I was able to go on trips to Maccu Piccu, Cusco and Rainbow Mointains. In the evenings We watched movies, played games or went to the brewery. But the best thing here are the dogs! They are very lovely and want attencion all day. If I could, I would adopt every single one! All in all I just can recommend everyone to get part of this beautiful project!

over 1 year ago

Nikki replied

Thank you Jon for your positive attitude, enthusiasm and all the love you gave to our dogs!

Canada

5

My time at the shelterwas incredible! You will truly fall in love with each dog that is sheltered here! I teared up a little saying my farewells to all the lovely dogs and puppies! Meeting all the wonderful travellers was a true blessing! And I will miss Urubamba and the nature that surrounds the facility! Emily is truly an admirable host and leader. Work, scheduling, and everything in between is flexible, and the team is willing to meet your needs. Just come prepared to give lots of love to the dogs and with lots of layers because it gets really cold at night!

over 1 year ago

Nikki replied

It was a pleasure to work with you on our project Jiwoo!

United States

5

We felt welcome from the moment we met Emily and the other volunteers. Not only are there old, abandoned or abused dogs looking for a second (or first) chance at a loving home, there are puppies as well as special needs dogs and cats and that need lots of love and attention. If you adore animals you'll have plenty of them to share your love with. The atmosphere's relaxed but with that many animals (and people) there's never a shortage of things to be cleaned, fed, washed, walked, put away, organized, picked up, loved, petted or played with. If you cant go, consider donating for vet services.

over 1 year ago

Nikki replied

James was an awesome volunteer! He jumped right in, helped wherever needed and was great with the animals. He brought a really positive vibe and worked hard to ensure all the daily tasks were completed. His love for the dogs was obvious, and we really appreciated having him around. He’s welcome back anytime!

France

5

Our experience was great! All the animals are adorable and we really felt useful during our stay, especially with the dogs in wheelchairs. Emily has always been accommodating with us, she may seem a little overwhelmed but gives her best to help dogs in the area, which is very touching. We had a lot of free time to enjoy the Sacred Valley. The house and the land are amazing! however be carefull if you're sensitive to the dust bc a dozen dogs live here which makes cleanliness complicated. If we return to Peru we will not hesitate to come back. Good luck bc you'll fall love w/ dogs. 🧡

almost 2 years ago

Nikki replied

Thank you Lou for all your help around the shelter. We appreciated your good attitude and care and attention to all tasks. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again!

Austria

5

It was an incredible experience. The dogs really grew on me ans I spent most of my time cuddling them (best cuddle buddies!!) With the other volunteers we often went to the brewery or breakfast together which was a nice change of scenery. Coordinating day trips with Emily was super easy and she was very understanding, even helped planning. Overall a great way to spent your days, however, should you be sensitive to noise or need a clean space this might not be for you since it can be quite dirty in the house due to the dogs

almost 2 years ago

Nikki replied

Thank you Mirjam for your help caring for our dogs. You are a reliable, hard worker. We will miss you!

Italy

5

You are going to fall in love with the shelterdogs! Each of them is special, and if you're going to stay long enough you'll be lucky to get really closed to them. Emily will kindly and generously receive you in her home, with her two kids and all the dogs. She will let you feel at home and involved in all the daily activities. You are going to be part of a great family and to know a little piece of Peru in a special and truly way. Lastly, the shelter is located in an incredible position in which you can enjoy the Sacred Valley!

almost 2 years ago

Nikki replied

Thank you Benedetta for being an ideal volunteer! It was hard to see you go. We wish you many more meaningful travel experiences!

France

4

It was a great experience in a magnificent setting. Emily is genuinely motivated by the idea of giving her dogs a second chance and has lots of stories to tell about each of them. You just have to be prepared to live with dogs all the time. Thank you for this experience. 🙏🏼

about 1 year ago

Nikki replied

Dune was a wonderful volunteer. She went above and beyond to help us at the shelter. She brought great energy and was an asset to our team. We hope to have her back again!

United States

5

My time at the shelterwas wonderful. Emily is extremely hospitable, approachable, and friendly. I instantly felt at home the first day I got there. Also, after a few weeks you get really close to the pups and are invested in their wellbeing. The setting is also terrific (nested between two giant mountains, easy access to a local fishery and hiking trails). Lastly, it was a great way to meet people from all around the world! 10/10

about 2 years ago

Nikki replied

We are so happy you enjoyed your volunteer experience with us, Noah! Thank you for all the care and attention that you gave our dogs. It was such a pleasure to host you!

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