City: Santa Cruz- Galapagos Islands
Organization: Darwin Animal Doctors About: Volunteer in a small animal clinic that is free for the people of the island in an underdeveloped country and learn how to treat animals without all the resources we are used to. Gain some experience with surgery as well. In the mornings most days you helped with spays and neuters and in the afternoons you saw appointments. Most appointments were deworming, vomiting, diarrhea, and other common issues. Perfect for someone with a positive attitude and ready to stay in suboptimal conditions. Duration: 3 weeks Housing: Available at the clinic. Apartment does not have A/C but has two bedrooms, a kitchen and a bathroom. Recommended by: Elaine Beck, Class of 2019 |
Spay/Neuter Field Experience
City: Otavalo
Organization: World Vets About: Volunteer at a high volume spay/neuter field clinic in developing country Best time of year: Any Duration: 7 days Recommended by: Cameron Hinson, Class of 2020 |
Amazon Rainforest Conservation Internship |
Organization: Kaya Volunteer
About: Internship based in the Amazon rainforest assisting with wildlife rescue, treatment, nutrition, release, and monitoring of species. Animals seen include parrots, monkeys, turtles, wild cats, capybaras, caymans, and more. Some knowledge of Spanish is highly recommended. Area of emphasis: Wildlife/conservation Housing: Provided Avg cost of excursion: $3,844 for 4 weeks Link: https://www.kayavolunteer.com/project/veterinary-internship-in-ecuador/ |
Small Animal Internship
Organization: GOAT Volunteers
About: Internship with veterinarian organizations, private vet clinics, and animal hospitals across Ecuador who need additional help to carry out duties. Tasks include assisting with examinations, blood tests, health checks, surgery, and more. Intermediate level of Spanish is required. Area of emphasis: Small animal Housing: Provided Avg cost of excursion: $780 for 4 weeks, $150 for each additional week Link: https://goatvolunteers.com/ecuador/veterinary-internship/ |
Oceans 2 Earth Volunteer
City: Quito, Ecuador
Organization: Oceans 2 Earth Volunteers About: Volunteer in Quito, Ecuador through the Oceans 2 Earth program and provide veterinary assistance to full-time vets, animal rescues, and monthly volunteer meetings. Area of emphasis: Small animal Housing: Provided Avg cost of excursion: Varies based on duration and housing option (see website) Link: https://oceans2earth.org/ecuador-veterinary-care/ |
Darwin Animal Doctors Volunteer
Organization: Darwin Animal Doctors
About: Volunteer with Darwin Animal Doctors, who have brought veterinary care to islands without veterinarians; their goals include minimizing domestic animal and wildlife interactions by providing free spaying/neutering, providing veterinary care in underprivileged areas, and protecting local biodiversity. Volunteer opportunities are global, but include specifically the Galapagos Islands. Area of emphasis: Wildlife/small animal Link: http://darwinanimaldoctors.org/ |