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Welcome to the Worldwide Vets blog page, where you can catch up with lots of news, stories and articles from our team around the world. Discover what we are up to, reports from the field, and enjoy our educational articles on a range of topics.


City to Savannah: Exchanging my city Vellies for bush Vellies
I’m Dr Suné Ferreira, veterinarian, occasional tree climber, full-time animal wrestler, and proud owner of more pairs of veldskoene than is probably necessary. Welcome to the wild where nothing goes to plan, and that’s the plan.

Worldwide Vets
Dec 11, 20254 min read


From Argentina to Africa: My Wildlife Conservation Adventure
Join Sofia from Argentina as she shares her unforgettable journey volunteering with Worldwide Vets in South Africa and Zimbabwe. From darting rhinos and tracking wildlife in Kruger National Park to caring for pangolins and connecting with local communities, her adventure combined hands-on conservation, cultural exchange, and personal growth. Packed with wildlife encounters, life lessons, and lifelong friendships, this is a story of passion, learning, and the wild calling.

Worldwide Vets
Aug 25, 20253 min read


Does Dehorning Save Rhinos?
Rhino dehorning is one of those topics that always sparks heated debates. Is it ethical? Is it effective? Can a rhino even defend itself without a horn? These are just some of the questions we'll cover in this Blog!

Gemma Campling
Aug 14, 20254 min read


Volunteering Changed My Life: Opening Doors to My Dream Career
They say one small decision can change your entire future, and looking back, I can confidently say that volunteering did just that for me...

Eugenie Bezuidenhout
Apr 24, 20254 min read


The Importance of Wildlife Conservation: How Veterinarians Play a Role
Veterinarians play a vital role in wildlife conservation, protecting animals through disease prevention, rescue, and advocacy.

Gemma Campling
Feb 13, 20253 min read


A Day in the Life of a Vet on a Wildlife Conservation Project
Wildlife vet Dr. Fabiola Quesada shares her journey of conservation, fieldwork, and training future vets with Wild Spirit Vet & Foundation.

Gemma Campling
Jan 30, 20253 min read


Mental Health in the Veterinary Profession: Supporting Well-Being with the THRIVE Retreat
Mental health challenges in the veterinary profession have become a growing concern over the last few years. From emotional burnout and...

Gemma Campling
Dec 17, 20244 min read


Saving animals in Zanzibar
Zanzibar is an archipelago off the coast of East Africa and a popular tourist destination known for its pristine beaches and unique...

Gemma Campling
Feb 24, 20234 min read


A Journey to Zanzibar, Part 2: Four Danish students visit the Zanzibar Vet Clinic
Another week at the Zanzibar veterinary clinic got off to a quiet start. Each day starts with cleaning of the kennels and the cattery. I...

Worldwide Vets
Sep 11, 20184 min read


A Journey to Zanzibar: Four Danish students visit the Zanzibar Vet Clinic
On a (surprisingly) warm danish summer day, 4 girls dragged their suitcases through Copenhagen to begin the journey to Zanzibar. Okay,...

Worldwide Vets
Aug 25, 20184 min read
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