2024 at Veterinary Doctor
4.9
Outstanding
45
Reviews
16
Years in business
Simabo
Verified by Volunteer World
4.9
Outstanding
45
Reviews
16
Years in business
SIMABO protects, rescues, assists, and spays/neuters dogs and cats in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde
SI MA BO in Creole means “like you”.
We are an association for the protection of animals and the environment based in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, West Africa. Cape Verde has been a Portuguese colony until 1975 and has still a very "European vibe". No vaccinations are required or recommended.The ...
We are an association for the protection of animals and the environment based in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, West Africa. Cape Verde has been a Portuguese colony until 1975 and has still a very "European vibe". No vaccinations are required or recommended.The ...
Contact Person
Silvia Punzo
Spoken languages: German, English, Italian, Portuguese
Very high response rate
Simabo reviews
Christine Salomon ép. Gavet
5.0
i always wanted to do veterinary volunteering and I was finally able to carry out this project ay Simabo where I spent 5 weeks.
I felt really useful by sterilizing and caring for street animals or those belonging to people in need.
the local staff are committed and helpful, the volunteers come ...
Andréa Rodrigues
5.0
To start with, it's been a really incredible experience, everyone is super nice and welcoming, you never feel alone. To talk more specifically about the communication work, it's really important. Simabo really needs visibility because their work is really important and you'll see that they really ...
Julia Ottiger
5.0
2024 at Animal Supporter
I had a really good time at Simabo. I went to the shelter almost every day and walked the dogs.
The dogs are super friendly and are really happy when they see you and know that it's time for a walk, cuddle or play.
The cats at the hostel are also lovely and love it when you play with them or give ...
R Long
5.0
2023 at Veterinary Doctor
Wonderful, challenging and rewarding work as a veterinary surgeon. Plenty of opportunity provided to explore the area around Sao Vincent Island and neighboring Sant Antao ...
Elena Berbece
5.0
2023 at Veterinary Doctor
If you are a vet at the beggining of your career, it's the right place to learn. If you're a vet with years of experience it's the best place to feel useful and to feed your soul. There is no bad time to volunteer at Simabo.
Still... it s not for anyone. If you cant leave the comfort zone, maybe ...
Annapaola Vecchiato
5.0
2023 at Veterinary nurse
I spent two amazing weeks in Mindelo, volunteering at Si Ma Bo clinic. My too-short adventure was so rewarding from many points of view! Helping animals in need made me feel as I was making something really useful and good in this world, while spending time with the people from the island let me ...