World Vets has been working in San Andres Island since 2012.
We will return to provide another large scale sterilization campaign for the benefit of the island’s small animal population, including street dogs, and to contribute to the prevention of zoonotic disease.
What is included: Volunteer kit, World Vets scrub top, pre – trip planning and coordination (as per the project itinerary), accommodations for 7 nights, airport transfers per established meeting times, ground transportation related to clinic work and veterinary activities, breakfast with accommodations, lunches on clinic work days, a group activity, full participation in project and all supplies.
What is not included: Airfare, optional excursions, incidentals, travel and/or health insurance, and anything not specifically outlined as included. Volunteers are also responsible for obtaining any travel documentation required of them to enter/exit San Andres Island/Colombia (i.e a passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure, visa if applicable).
A few special notes:
- Veterinarians will need to provide World Vets with a copy of their veterinary license for this project.
- The gloves provided on World Vets projects are made with latex. Volunteers who have a latex allergy will need to provide their own gloves for this project.
- Pre veterinary students will not perform any surgical procedures, however they will be involved in all other clinical activities in the same capacity as veterinary students. Veterinary students can expect to assist with surgical procedures however they should not assume that this will be the main focus of their involvement during clinic.
- San Andres Island is a vacation destination – food costs may be slightly higher here than in other project locations.
- World Vets is not able to provide medical advice. Volunteers are encouraged to consult with their family physician, nearest travel clinic and/or center for disease control regarding recommended immunizations and/or health precautions prior to the trip. Although not a requirement to participate on a World Vets project, it is recommended that volunteers be vaccinated for rabies.
Itinerary
Accomodations
General Packing List
*This packing list is geared towards our regular field service opportunities to tropical destinations
- Shoes (Keen, Teva, tennis shoes, anything comfortable, preferably washable and w/ covered toes)
- T-shirts/Short sleeved shirts
- Shorts (shorts are ok for surgery)
- Scrub Pants (optional)
- World Vets scrub top
- Swimsuit
- Light Jacket or sweatshirt
- Bandana/hat
- Pajamas
- Underwear
- Socks
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Bug Spray
- Headlamp (Highly recommended for vets and students, optional but recommended for others)
- Camera (w/ extra batteries and memory card)
- Daypack or tote
- Travel Alarm
Toiletries:
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Shampoo
- Prescription medications
- Over the counter meds (Tylenol, Imodium, cold meds etc)
- Comb/brush
- Soap
- Band-Aids
- Glasses/contact lenses
Extras:
- Beach Towel
- Ear Plugs
- Flip Flops/Shower shoes
- Small travel flashlight
- Laptop (most destinations have WiFi although not very reliable)
Air Mattress (If applicable)
