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South Africa Pre-Vet Big Cats
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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, in the middle of the program, we go to Kruger Nati...
Program Highlights
Live and volunteer with cheetahs and other African animals.
Learn hands-on in small groups from your team of veterinarians.
Enjoy a safari trip to the famous Kruger National Park to observe African wildlife.
Learn about all aspects of care and management of captive wildlife
Observe zebras, giraffes, antelopes, wildebeests, and other majestic animals in the wild from your program location.
Quick Details
- Rural Areas, South Africa
- Summer
- Animal Science
- Veterinary Medicine & Science
- All Nationalities
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Absolutely wonderful
August 22, 2024by: Marissa O'SullivanProgram: South Africa Pre-Vet Big CatsThe Loop Abroad South Africa Big Cats trip was a once in a lifetime experience. The animals and people here were absolutely wonderful. I learned so much and made the best memories with amazing people. I'd do it again.
Cango was amazing
August 22, 2024by: Maggie SanchezProgram: South Africa Pre-Vet Big CatsCango was amazing and getting to interact closely with ambassador animals was incredible. All of the zookeepers and curators were so educated and answered all of our questions well. The program here was so intensive, but very rewarding.
Would highly recommend
August 22, 2024by: Alexandra ShannonProgram: South Africa Pre-Vet Big CatsMy time on this trip has been incredible in all the ways I thought of and some I couldn't. I have learned so much about conservation and veterinary medicine. I would highly recommend Loop Abroad to aspiring veterinarians.
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Animal Science
- Veterinary Medicine & Science
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Group Meals
- Welcome Dinner
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Interviews
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Monica Lee
Participated in 2018
Monica Lee is from Tennessee. She is currently a senior at the University of Tennessee with a concentration in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and a minor in ...
Monica Lee
Participated in 2018
It has always been a dream of mine to go to Africa. I had heard about Loop Abroad and decided to look into it. When I saw that this trip was available, I was sold. I am so blessed to have had this amazing opportunity!
Megan Babcock
Participated in 2018
Megan is from Pennsylvania and she just graduated from the University of Tampa, where she majored in psychology and minored in exercise science. She h...
Megan Babcock
Participated in 2018
I just graduated from college and I never had the chance to go abroad during undergrad, so I wanted to volunteer abroad after I graduated, and I knew I wanted to volunteer with animals.
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