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Thailand High School Pre-Vet Medicine
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The High School Veterinary Service Program runs for two weeks in Northern Thailand and is open to students between 14 and 18 years old. Your small group will be led by a veterinarian who will teach you hands-on skills as well as supervise your veterinary and clinical activities. Spend one week at the Elephant Nature Park, the world-famous sanctuary for rescued elephants. You will help feed and bathe the animals and with the park's upkeep, and also have opportunities for veterinary rounds and contribution to elephant research. The next week, you will spend each day at a dog shelter learning veterinary medicine skills and taking part in two spay or neuter surgeries on dogs or cats. In the evenings and over the weekend, fun cultural activities are included in your tuition. These include a meditation lesson with Buddhist monks, a full day of zip-lining through the jungle, shopping in the markets, eating at local restaurants, visiting temples and waterfalls, and just enjoying the city. College credit and financial aid are available.
The High School Veterinary Service Program runs for two weeks in Northern Thailand and is open to students between 14 and 18 years old. Your small group will be led by a veterinarian who will teach you hands-on skills as well as supervise your veterinary and clinical activities. Spend one week at the Elephant Nature Park, the world-famous sanctuary for rescued elephants. You will help feed and bathe the animals and with the park's upkeep, and also have opportunities for veterinary rounds and contribution to elephant research. The next week, you will spend each day at a dog shelter learning veterinary medicine skills and taking part in two spay or neuter surgeries on dogs or cats. In the evenings and over the weekend, fun cultural activities are included in your tuition. These include a meditation lesson with Buddhist monks, a full day of zip-lining through the jungle, shopping in the markets, eating at local restaurants, visiting temples and waterfalls, and just enjoying the city. College credit and financial aid are available.
Program Highlights
Work up-close with a veterinarian whose main job is to teach you small animal clinical skills.
Participate in veterinary surgeries and clinical procedures.
Volunteer hands-on with rescued elephants at a respected sanctuary, including veterinary rounds.
Enjoy cultural and adventure activities, including a full day of rainforest zip-lining.
Experience Chiang Mai, one of the most beautiful cities in Thailand.
Quick Details
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
- 1-2 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- All Nationalities
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I learned more in 2 weeks than I normally do in a year
July 27, 2025by: Michelle WoodwardThis program was truly life changing. All of the people were amazing and I made so many memories. I learned more about myself, my dreams, Thailand, and vet med, in two weeks than I typically do in a year.
Grew so close to everyone
July 27, 2025by: Isabella CrossLoop Abroad is truly transformative. I feel so lucky to know about this program and share my thoughts with like-minded students and staff. I grew so close to everyone and would highly recommend this incredible program.
So many connections
July 27, 2025by: Melisa LucasThis program was incredibly fun and I learned and gained more knowledge than I would've anywhere else and I also got so many connections including friends and for future my profession. It was the most valuable trip I've ever been on.
Learn to be a great vet
July 27, 2025by: Rosa FarmerThis program is so incredibly special! It doesn't matter if you are in college or high school, you learn so much about how to be a great vet, including the person at your heart. The cultural and veterinary knowledge we gained was perfect. I had so much fun on this trip with everyone.
Every person was wonderful
July 27, 2025by: Davina CaseyMy high school trip to Thailand was one of the best experiences of my life. Every person I met, whether groupmate or Loop staff was a wonderful person who made me feel welcome. The experiences I got from this trip are unique. Nowhere else could I learn and do this much hands on veterinary work.
I wish I could do it again
July 27, 2025by: Martina GordonI have made so many incredible friends and done so many things that I will treasure forever. There was nothing like working with elephants at ENP, and the animals at the clinic. Most of all, the incredible staff and vets working with Loop were the sweetest people! You won't regret coming on this trip. I wish I could do it again.
Happy for this experience
August 03, 2024by: Jasmin ReeseI'm very happy to get this experience and I hope others enjoy it as much as I did. I was very nervous at first to come but I'm very glad on everything I did and got to do. I've learned so much valuable information and the things I was able to do were amazing and eye-opening.
Best first time abroad
August 03, 2024by: Enya GallagherI had a great time in Thailand; at first, I was nervous being away from home for the first time, but I'm so glad I went! It was a once in a lifetime opportunity to work directly with elephants in real life medical situations, and I gained so much experience working with and on small animals (as well as exotics) that I could never get from the classroom.
Too amazing to explain
August 03, 2024by: Xanthe HansenThe Loop Abroad program was a great experience! You can't explain how amazing it was! It had everything I could ever want! You just need to go and try it out for yourself! You won't regret it in the slightest!
Totally life-changing
July 21, 2024by: Brittney HodgesI know it sounds cliche, but this trip was totally life-changing. I learned so much about myself and about my future, along with my newly acquired veterinary knowledge. I experienced a kind of happiness that I've never felt before.
Most exciting trip
July 21, 2024by: Maia BonillaThis study abroad trip has, by-far, been the most exciting and knowledgable trip I have ever been on. Thank you for all of the new friends and fantastic memories I have made here. I'll remember them forever.
Really fun and insightful
July 21, 2024by: Nannie BonnerThe curriculum, instructors, housing, food, and activities were really fun and insightful. I learned lots about clinical skills, elephants, and Thai culture! Definitely worth the time, money, and effort!
You just have to go yourself
May 25, 2024by: Willie DanielsThis was my first trip with Loop Abroad and I cannot wait for my next one! I had so many incredible experiences that frankly I don't think I'd have the opportunity to have anywhere else. Words can't describe it all - you just have to go there yourself!
Loved the sanctuary
May 25, 2024by: Jayden SolisThis trip was very educational about animal welfare and conservation. It was also fun getting to know my peers and staff. I enjoyed getting to come up with enrichment to better help the animals at the sanctuary.
I loved every aspect
May 25, 2024by: Pippa StewartThis program was my first Loop program and I loved every aspect. The staff really made the trip special in a way I can't describe. They encouraged me to be the best person I can be and I've grown so much.
Far beyond my comprehension
May 25, 2024by: Elaine FlemingThis exceeded my expectations in ways far beyond my comprehension. I loved making new friends everywhere and every day of this trip. The staff made me feel comfortable and safe in a new culture and they're the best!
Culture, elephants, and friends
May 25, 2024by: Zoe DillonThrough this program I was able to learn more about Thai culture, unique animals like elephants, acquire new skills that I haven't been able to in classes and meet a lot of amazing people. This program was sure a great opportunity of which I made so many happy memories that I will never forget. thank you to everyone that helped make this program possible.
Feel so lucky
May 25, 2024by: Lorraine VasquezThis trip was one of the most unforgettable and incredible that I've ever experienced. I feel so lucky to have met and learned from so many amazing people and animals. Thanks to this program I got to experience things I never imagined I could.
So welcoming and polite
May 25, 2024by: Tammy RoachThis was truly a once in a lifetime experience. Everyone was so welcoming and polite. I learned such a wide variety of information and gained a lot of hands-on experience. I won't forget the things I learned here and the people I met.
It will truly bring out your confidence and passion.
July 22, 2023by: Faith NewtonI only have good things to say about this program. I feel so confident in wanting to be a vet now. I got to personally connect with the elephants and got to administer medication and a lot of hands on experience. I recommend this program to anyone even if you are having doubts about being a vet since it will truly bring out your confidence and passion.
Program Details
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Locations
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Starts At
- 2 weeks: $3,950
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Some Accommodation
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Refund Policy
Partial Refund
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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