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Australia Wildlife Hospital
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Embark on a two-week journey to the renowned Gold Coast of Australia! This program by Loop Abroad offers an immersive experience where you shadow and learn from skilled veterinary professionals engaged in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of beautiful Australian wildlife at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Get an in-depth perspective on animal husbandry by shadowing keepers and participatin...
Embark on a two-week journey to the renowned Gold Coast of Australia! This program by Loop Abroad offers an immersive experience where you shadow and learn from skilled veterinary professionals engaged in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of beautiful Australian wildlife at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Get an in-depth perspective on animal husbandry by shadowing keepers and participating in keeper talks and ethograms. Work with echidnas, koalas, black flying foxes, Eastern water dragons, lorikeets, and kookaburras! During the weekend, have the opportunity to go on exciting adventures such as taking a full-day boat and island tour. Plus, enjoy snorkeling and get the chance to spot the incredible "big three": dolphins, dugongs, and sea turtles.
Program Highlights
Attend clinical hours as veterinarians perform rounds, treatments, and surgeries.
Participate in veterinary labs and necropsies.
Learn about animal rehabilitation for oiled birds washing, turtle shell repair, and treating koalas injured in bushfires through labs.
Attend an endoscopy workshop for avian species and practice feather imping (feather mending).
Practice darting and learn about breeding and tracking endangered species.
Quick Details
- Australia
- Summer
- Animal Science
- All Nationalities
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Total Reviews
Experience of a lifetime
August 02, 2024by: Mareli SimpsonProgram: Australia Wildlife HospitalI loved being at the sanctuary - especially the wildlife clinic! Loved learning from my instructors and feel like I've learned a ton. They really made this the experience of a lifetime with learning, laughs, and adventures!
Learned so much
August 02, 2024by: Cassandra MichaelProgram: Australia Wildlife HospitalThis Loop Abroad trip is truly special. You get to be up close with some of the most incredible wildlife and learn about them and their care. You also learn so many skills from the hospital vet team who are so kind and welcoming
Such a unique experience
August 02, 2024by: Skyla DavenportProgram: Australia Wildlife HospitalThis experience was so unique! I gained a lot of hands-on experience and made wonderful friends who share the same struggles and goals. Our leaders were the best! They were passionate about their jobs in vet med so they passed on that excitement
Program Details
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Locations
- Australia
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Animal Science
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026
- Summer
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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