South Africa Pre-Vet Big Cats
by Loop Abroad
Program Overview
The Veterinary Service: South Africa program places students in small groups led by an expert to learn about veterinary medicine. The course, "The ABCs of African Big Cats: Anatomy, Conservation, and Behavior", is held each day to give background information on everything you need to know about cheetahs.
The program takes place at a cheetah and wildlife center outside of Johannesburg. Each day, s...
The Veterinary Service: South Africa program places students in small groups led by an expert to learn about veterinary medicine. The course, "The ABCs of African Big Cats: Anatomy, Conservation, and Behavior", is held each day to give background information on everything you need to know about cheetahs.
The program takes place at a cheetah and wildlife center outside of Johannesburg. Each day, students help care for, observe, and learn about the animals on and around the property—from cheetahs to African wild dogs to bat-eared foxes. Observe wild animals living in the area, such as zebras and giraffes. Learn about enrichment, animal behavior, anatomy, conservation, upkeep, and care for animals in a sanctuary or zoo setting.
On weekends, during the program, we go to Kruger National Park ...
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- Summer
- Animal Science
- Veterinary Medicine & Science
Updated Aug 14, 2026
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Locations
- Rural Areas, South Africa
Fields & Subjects
- Veterinary Medicine & Science
- Animal Science
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026
- Terms Available
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
Starts At
- 2 weeks: $4,695
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