• Life On Land

Tracking & Rescue Dog Trainer

location
2 - 24 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
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Frivilligprojekt med højeste kvalitet. Dette projekt tilbyder den højeste kvalitet, der sætter standarder - langt over gennemsnittet.

Højdepunkter

  • 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.

Højdepunkter

  • 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.

    • Særligt velegnet til

    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 at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

    Sprogfærdigheder

    Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level)

    Uddannelseskrav

    på High School niveau

    Kontrol af kriminel baggrund

    påkrævet

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpligtelse

    Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag fra 06:00 - 19:00

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester af 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.

    Afhentning i lufthavnen i Victoria Falls Airport

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

    Indkvartering

    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.

    Mad og drikkevarer

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

    Internetadgang

    Begrænset adgang til projektområdet

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) i Victoria Falls. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Zimbabwe. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

    Rejseforsikring

    At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Zimbabwe giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vacciner

    Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Zimbabwe, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Zimbabwe. VACCINE CHECKER

    Oplysninger ved ankomst

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    Programgebyrer

    2 uger (min. ophold) 1.975€
    4 uger 2.795€
    6 uger 3.745€
    8 uger 4.595€
    10 uger 5.745€
    12 uger 6.895€
    14 uger 8.045€
    16 uger 9.195€
    18 uger 10.345€
    20 uger 11.445€
    22 uger 12.645€
    24 uger (max. ophold) 13.795€
    Gennemsnitligt gebyr 781€/uge

    Programgebyrer

    781€ pr. uge 2 - 24 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

    Betalingsmetoder

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    Duration

    2 - 24 weeks

    Deposit

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    Final Payment

    Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med GVI under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.

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    GVI

    Excellent 4.8 rating (221 feltrapporter)

    Agentur - grundlagt i 1998

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    Vært er

    Bianca

    Spoken languages: Engelsk

    Om projektet

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

    Mød din vært

    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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