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South Africa Pre-Vet Big Cats
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
Recognitions
Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
I had so much fun
by: Sarah WyattProgram: South Africa Pre-Vet Big CatsThe staff were great and planned some really fun things for us. I loved the safari trip, I had so much fun. I loved seeing all the animals and the location was really nice. I made some really valuable connections!
Such a great experience
by: Kayleigh PhelpsProgram: South Africa Pre-Vet Big CatsThis program was such a great experience. I got to find my love for big cats and meet amazing people that I built professional and long lasting relationships with. I enjoyed all the activities and the staff were so helpful with everything.
I learned far more about big cats and their medicine than I would have in the classroom.
by: Nita HainesProgram: South Africa Pre-Vet Big CatsOf all the programs I have been to this summer, if I had to choose one to return to, this would be it. The staff were incredible, the ranch was beautiful and I learned far more about big cats and their medicine than I would have in the classroom.
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
- Summer
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
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
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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