• Life On Land

Tracking & Rescue Dog Trainer

location
2 - 24 uker  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
rating  Utmerket 4.8  · 
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Frivilligprosjekt med høyeste kvalitet. Dette prosjektet tilbyr høyeste kvalitet som setter standarder - langt over gjennomsnittet.

Høydepunkter

  • Learning the theory of tracking and canine behaviour and psychology.
  • Learning canine first aid to care for injured or distressed dogs during rescue missions.
  • Preparing dogs for search and rescue operations, including locating missing persons.
  • Running scent detection training in different environments with various materials.
  • Conducting tracking and snare sweeps in various terrains.

Spesielt egnet for

Alder 18+
Singler
Par
50+

Om programmet

Help dogs from overcrowded shelters find a new purpose by providing basic training and care.

Training dogs for conservation
On this rescue dogs for wildlife conservation program, you’ll be active and on your feet most days working with rescue dogs of all kinds. This is a physically demanding and highly rewarding program – what animal lover doesn’t want to be surrounded by furry friends ...

Om programmet

Training dogs for conservation
On this rescue dogs for wildlife conservation program, you’ll be active and on your feet most days working with rescue dogs of all kinds. This is a physically demanding and highly rewarding program – what animal lover doesn’t want to be surrounded by furry friends every day while contributing to real, meaningful conservation work! 

Program activities include caring for rescue dogs and assisting handlers with their training protocol. Anti-poaching, tracking and detection work require highly technical training skills, and your role will be to assist the experts with their training. Taking care of the dogs is equally important and requires your special contribution.

Why rescue dogs?
Conservation canines (such as scent-detection dogs, anti-poaching dogs and tracking dogs) are integral to wildlife conservation for their exceptional detection abilities, including their keen sense of smell and hearing. Within wildlife reserves, they are used to track and locate wildlife, follow the trails of poachers, and detect illegal wildlife products like ivory or pangolin scales. Their presence also helps reduce human-wildlife conflicts and promotes peaceful coexistence. 

By employing dogs in conservation efforts, organizations enhance efficiency in wildlife monitoring, law enforcement against poaching, and community engagement in conservation initiatives. 

Highly trained detection dogs are often expensive, which can be challenging for many protected areas. By selecting dogs from Zimbabwe’s rescue shelters based on specific criteria, we provide them with important roles in wildlife conservation. This approach helps manage shelter overpopulation while giving these dogs new and rewarding opportunities.

Typisk dag

  • 6:00AM: Wake up and make breakfast as a team.
  • 6:30 AM Project work: Conduct search & rescue, scent or medical training sessions with the dogs or complete tracking and snare sweeps.
  • 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Break for lunch and escape the midday heat.
  • 3:00- 4:30 PM: Complete admin and theory sessions.
  • 4:30 PM ...

Typisk dag

  • 6:00AM: Wake up and make breakfast as a team.
  • 6:30 AM Project work: Conduct search & rescue, scent or medical training sessions with the dogs or complete tracking and snare sweeps.
  • 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Break for lunch and escape the midday heat.
  • 3:00- 4:30 PM: Complete admin and theory sessions.
  • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Project work: Continue with training or tracking and snare sweeps if it's not too hot. You'll also assist with cleaning the facilities, washing the dogs and feeding them.
  • 6:30 PM Freshen up and start preparing dinner as a team.
  • 7:00 PM: Dinner is typically served, leaving the rest of the evening free for you to relax or enjoy social activities.

Fritidsaktiviteter

The accommodation is located 15 minutes from Victoria Falls town. There are many activities to do at the falls, including national park game drives, sunset river cruises and game cruises, Devils Pool, bungee jumping, gorge swings, and many restaurants offering a variety of dining options from fine ...

Fritidsaktiviteter

The accommodation is located 15 minutes from Victoria Falls town. There are many activities to do at the falls, including national park game drives, sunset river cruises and game cruises, Devils Pool, bungee jumping, gorge swings, and many restaurants offering a variety of dining options from fine dining to local cuisine. Whether you are interested in wildlife, adrenaline activities, or a quiet weekend at the spa or pool, there is something for everyone. The local team can provide recommendations of reputable activity and transfer providers and can assist with making arrangements. If you plan to stay out later over weekends, you will need to book accommodation in town for the night.

Krav

Krav

Minimumsalder: 18 år

For å bli med i programmet må du være minst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Det kan være unntak hvis du kan gi tillatelse fra dine foresatte eller hvis du er i følge med foreldrene dine.

Språkferdigheter

Du må snakke Engelsk (grunnleggende nivå)

Utdanningskrav

på High School nivå

Kontroll av kriminell bakgrunn

nødvendig

Nasjonalitetsbegrensninger

Ingen restriksjoner. Hjelpende hender fra hele verden er velkomne.

Tidsforpliktelse

Din hjelpende hånd vil bli påkrevd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag fra 06:00 - 19:00

Hva inngår

Hva inngår

Tjenester fra GVI

Project Work: Canine care, tracking and training with our rescue dogs to contribute to wildlife conservation.
Accommodation: Shared accommodation in tents with bunk beds sleeping four people each in the village homestead.
Meals: Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Airport Transfer: You'll get collected from Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA).
Comprehensive pre-departure support: Includes a dedicated support coordinator to answer your questions, an Essential Info Pack, and a webinar to learn more about your program.
Comprehensive in-country support: Includes a welcome orientation, including safety, culture and environmental info. A Program Manager is there to support you.
Mental health support: Receive support services provided by licensed professionals.
Local Transport: Transport to and from project work.

Henting fra flyplassen på Victoria Falls Airport

You'll get collected from Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA).

Overnatting

Participants will stay in a solar-powered camp that reflects Zimbabwean cultural traditions, including communal spaces and shared responsibilities among participants. Accommodation is in tents, typically split by gender, with each tent housing up to four participants in bunk beds. Shared facilities include two toilets and two showers, while an adjacent outdoor kitchen and dining area under a gazebo provides a communal space for cooking and meals. 

The area is landscaped with trees for shade and an open space where dogs roam freely. An above-ground pool offers a welcome retreat in the hotter months. Wi-Fi is available at the accommodation, and purchasing a local SIM card is recommended for phone calls and internet access with top-up credit. Hand washing soap and buckets are provided, with an option for laundry services at an additional charge.

For those seeking more privacy, an upgrade to a private room at a nearby lodge, just a 5–10 minute walk away, is available for an additional cost.

Mat og drikke

Meals Include;
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Dietary Requirements can be accommodated

Internettilgang

Begrenset tilgang på prosjektstedet

Hva er IKKE inkludert?

Hva er IKKE inkludert?

Flybilletter

Den nærmeste flyplassen er Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) i Victoria Falls. Vi hjelper deg med å finne billige flyreiser til Zimbabwe. FINN BILLIGE FLYREISER

Reiseforsikring

Å reise til utlandet er et eventyr, og det er alltid best å være forberedt. Plutselig sykdom eller skade, avbestilling eller tyveri – en reiseforsikring for Zimbabwe gir trygghet og er et pluss å ha. FÅ ET TILBUD

Vaksiner

Hvis du har tenkt å jobbe frivillig i Zimbabwe bør du søke medisinsk råd før du starter din sosiale reise. Sjekk de nødvendige vaksinasjonene dine for Zimbabwe. VAKSINESJEKKER

Detaljer ved ankomst

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Tilgjengelighet
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Programgebyrer

2 uker (min. opphold) 1,975€
4 uker 2,795€
6 uker 3,745€
8 uker 4,595€
10 uker 5,745€
12 uker 6,895€
14 uker 8,045€
16 uker 9,195€
18 uker 10,345€
20 uker 11,445€
22 uker 12,645€
24 uker (max. opphold) 13,795€
Gjennomsnittlig gebyr 781€/uke

Programgebyrer

781€ per uke 2 - 24 uker Alder 18 - 50+

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Varighet

2 - 24 uker

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Endelig Betaling

Din sluttbetaling vil bli avtalt med GVI under søknadsprosessen. Vanlige løsninger er enten via bankoverføring eller kontant betaling på prosjektstedet.

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GVI

Utmerket 4.8 rating (221 gjennomganger)

Byrå - grunnlagt i 1998

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Bianca

Snakkede språk: Engelsk

Om prosjektet

GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

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Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

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