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Volunteer in an Animal Welfare Program

by: Tanzania Host Volunteer

Tanzania Host Volunteer (THV) Animal Welfare project is a fantastic opportunity for volunteers to assist a local vet with treating a range of farm and domestic animals. Volunteers gain animal care experience while visiting farms and homes around Arusha to deliver and demonstrate animal care in action in a developing country. Help assist a local vet with a variety of veterinary projects, while working with a wide range of domestic and farm animals. Support the team at the shelter with the handling and care of the strays. Provide medical care and training.

Program Highlights

Hands-on hospital exposure — Work alongside experienced, English-speaking doctors and nurses in a government-operated hospital in Arusha, gaining real insight into daily patient care.

Practical clinical skills — Assist with tasks like blood pressure measurement, basic triage, wound care, and medication preparation, alongside core observational learning.

Real community impact — Help bring basic healthcare access to rural Tanzanian communities that are otherwise underserved by medical services.

Flexible program length — Choose a placement anywhere from 1 to 24 weeks, with new starts on the first and third week of every month, so it's easy to fit around school terms or gap-year travel.

Ideal for pre-med and med students —Built for students in their third year or beyond (or qualified professionals) looking to build their resume and broaden their perspective on international med care.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Arusha, Tanzania
Starts At: $200 for fees
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1-2 Years
  • Multiple Year
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break
  • Winter
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Veterinary Science
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Aug 18, 2026

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Locations

  • Arusha, Tanzania

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Veterinary Science

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1-2 Years
  • Multiple Year
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break
  • Winter

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

  • fees: $200
  • 1week: $245

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Accommodation
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Emergency Support
  • Certificate of Completion

Program Cost Excludes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Group Meals
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project
  • Public Transportation Pass
  • Visa Fees
  • International SIM Card
  • International Airfare
  • Required Equipment
  • Some Equipment
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Guide / Chaperone
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Training
  • Laundry
  • Academic Advising
  • Financial Aid Counseling
  • Assistance Booking Travel
  • Student Union Fees
  • Transcript Fees
  • Use of Gym
  • Language Lessons
  • Micro-Credential(s) / Certification(s)
  • Background Check Fees
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Vaccination Costs
  • Course Materials
  • Textbooks / Reading Materials
  • TEFL Certification
  • Job Search Support
  • Teaching Practicum
  • Alumni / Networking Membership
  • TEFL Course Tuition
  • Academic Credit
  • Souvenirs
  • TESOL Certification
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Internship Placement
  • Job Placement
  • No Inclusions

Payment Terms

  • Upfront Deposit
  • Payment Plan

Refund Policy

Non-refundable

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Online Application
  • Travel Insurance
  • Background Check
  • Application Fee
  • Deposit

Deposit / Application Fee

  • Deposit: $245
  • Application Fee: $200

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