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Galapagos Wildlife Rescues

Wildlife Rescue Videos

World Vets works together with the Galapagos National Park Rapid Response Program to respond 24/7 to injured wildlife on San Cristobal Island. This Galapagos sea lion had a scuba mask strap around its neck. It was successfully removed, and the sea lion was released on site. World Vets is authorized to do this work through an official agreement with the Galapagos National Park.

A pelican in Galapagos was choking on a large fish tail lodged in its gular pouch. The Rapid Response Team arrived right away to capture the pelican and successfully removed the obstruction.

A sea lion was reported with a plastic spool tight around its neck. World Vets responded together with Galápagos National Park Rangers by boat to the remote location on San Cristóbal Island. The World Vets team carried out a search to locate the sea lion, captured it and successfully removed the hard plastic ocean debris. In the past year our veterinary team, together with rangers, has responded to over 650 wildlife cases on the Galápagos Islands.

This one calls for some muscle. When an adult male sea lion became entangled with part of a tire, World Vets and Galápagos National Park Rangers came to the rescue. Together they skillfully captured the sea lion and removed the entanglement.

World Vets is grateful to the SeaWorld Conservation Fund and our other generous donors who make this important work possible.

Vet Volunteers in Ecuador Help Over 600 Animals

491934053_10161329040404021_4757653487332640806_nOver 600 dogs and cats received free veterinary care in Ecuador last week! Volunteers from World Vets and Lakefield Veterinary Group teamed up to provide 322 sterilization surgeries in the town of Ibarra over a three-day period. Volunteers also offered health checkups, flea and tick prevention, deworming, and loving care for over 300 animals during a community outreach clinic in Otavalo.

World Vets is honored to collaborate with Lakefield Veterinary Group and our amazing affiliate of over 15 years, BAI – Fundación Bienestar Animal Imbabura. Thanks to the generosity and support of our partners, donors, and volunteers, we are able to benefit thousands of animals in need around the world.

 

 

 

 

 

Guatemala: 337 Surgeries

488926822_10234615551945539_679664135120144065_nLast week, World Vets wrapped up another successful spay/neuter campaign in Guatemala, in an ongoing effort to improve animal welfare in the region. In partnership with Antigua Street Dogs – Guatemala, our dedicated volunteer veterinary team carried out an impressive 337 sterilization surgeries. Many surgeries were also performed on local street dogs through the support of Municipalidad de Jocotenango.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our incredible volunteers, generous donors, and committed partners who made this mission possible. World Vets invites you to show your compassion for animals and be a part of World Vets’ work around the world. Donate today!

 

 

World Vets Helps 140 Animals

IMG-20250311-WA0065World Vets recently completed another successful campaign in San Cristóbal, Galápagos, providing 140 animals with much-needed free veterinary care. The World Vets team performed 95 sterilizations, 42 medical consults, and several critical surgeries, ensuring better health and well-being for the island’s pets. Additionally, several stray cats were trapped and sterilized to help control overpopulation and safeguard the island’s wildlife.

This important work continues with the support of GAD Municipal de San Cristóbal Galápagos and the Agencia de Bioseguridad para Galápagos, as well as our dedicated volunteers, donors, and followers. Their contributions make a global impact, helping us bring veterinary care to animals in need worldwide.

 

 

Caring for Galápagos Pets

WhatsApp Image 2025-01-28 at 11.18.03_d88d8d03World Vets remains committed to the health and well-being of the dogs and cats of San Cristobal Island by providing ongoing veterinary care to the community. Since opening its small animal clinic in 2021, the organization has treated over 5,000 pets free of charge, including 1,500 patients last year alone.

In 2025, the clinic has already cared for hundreds of animals, addressing illnesses, injuries, parasite control, and other treatments. In addition we have multiple sterilization campaigns scheduled this year, with one happening this week,  reinforcing our commitment to responsible pet ownership and the protection of endemic wildlife in the Galápagos.

 

 

 

542 Spay/Neuter Surgeries!

FB_IMG_1739513480901World Vets completed its first large-scale surgery clinic of 2025 with massive achievement! In just three days, our dedicated World Vets team successfully sterilized 542 dogs and cats! Partnering with Paw Patrol Cambodia and Animal Mama Veterinary Hospital & Emergency, we provided a free veterinary clinic for the Siem Reap community—offering essential health consultations and surgeries and donating hundreds of parasite prevention treatments. Meanwhile, our amazing partners administered hundreds of free rabies vaccines and wellness checks, helping safeguard both animals and people.

A huge THANK YOU to our volunteers, partners, supporters, and donors—your generosity makes this life-changing work possible! As our programs move forward for 2025, we’d appreciate YOUR support. Donate now at https://worldvets.org/donate/.

 

Key Donation Strengthening Wildlife Protection in Galápagos

Truck Donation FB-12-19-25 (3)San Cristóbal, Galápagos – World Vets has reinforced its Galapagos conservation efforts with a major donation to the Galápagos National Park Directorate (DPNG) aimed at enhancing wildlife protection on San Cristóbal Island.  Dr Cathy King, CEO of World Vets was there to make the presentation to speak to the audience of local authorities, park rangers  and members of the community about the important work being done.  In 2024, World Vets responded to over 650 wildlife cases and continues the work into 2025 with a veterinary team available 24/7 to respond to wildlife emergencies on San Cristobal Island.

The donation included a 4×4 truck, made possible with financial support from the SeaWorld Conservation Fund, and a zodiac boat with an engine, via contributions made in memory of Joan Wattles. These resources will significantly improve the park’s Rapid Response Network of which World Vets is the partner NGO, ensuring faster response times to both land and sea incidents.  We thank these generous donors for supporting this important work to build the capacity for wildlife rescue and response in Galapagos.  These important donations enhance the Wildlife Rescue Center built by World Vets in 2024 (with support from SeaWorld Conservation Fund)  which serves as the central hub for wildlife rescue on San Cristobal Island.

This initiative is part of a broader cooperation agreement between DPNG and World Vets, highlighting the power of international partnerships in preserving the Galápagos’ unique biodiversity.

 

 

 

World Vets Closes Out 2024 with 100+ Surgeries

IMG-20241209-WA0002World Vets’ Team Galapagos successfully concluded its final spay/neuter campaign of 2024! Volunteers and local World Vets staff provided free veterinary services to the local community of San Cristobal, resulting in 112 sterilizations, 22 medical consultations, and other critical surgeries. The team also trapped and sterilized several street cats to control the island’s stray population and protect the local wildlife. Thanks to GAD Municipal de San Cristóbal Galápagos and Agencia de Bioseguridad para Galápagos for their important collaboration on this event and to our faithful followers and supporters who contribute to our mission.

Now is the time support our ongoing initiatives and consider donating to help animals into 2025. Your gift can help thousands of pets and wildlife every year. A matching gift of up to $8200 is still available until January 15, 2025! Double your donation at https://worldvets.org/donate/

 

World Vets Helps 500 Animals in Guatemala

GUA2024-Winnie Neunzig 02Incredible! The World Vets team helped a remarkable number of animals this past week in Ciudad Vieja, Guatemala (near Antigua). Over 500 dogs and cats received care, which included many vaccinations and 492 sterilizations! This extraordinary effort was carried out in partnership with Antigua Street Dogs – Guatemala, Dr. Nicole Byrne, and Clínica Veterinaria El Panorama and with support from the Municipalidad de Ciudad Vieja. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our collaborators and supporters involved in the campaign. Thanks also to all the hard-working volunteers for their spirit of teamwork and dedication. It is heartwarming to see the community’s love for their animals, and we are grateful to be a part of improving the lives of people and pets.

 

Surgeries on San Cristobal

462530592_10232336763777206_1730834739553240924_n-CathyAnother successful sterilization campaign on San Cristobal Island provided 156 spay-and-neuter surgeries for cats and dogs. Over 217 animals were provided with free veterinary services, including 58 health checkups, parasite prevention, and various other treatments. World Vets’ team of volunteers from the U.S. helped deliver this important veterinary care to the pets of Galapagos, all at zero-cost to local pet owners.

We are grateful for the local collaboration with GAD Municipal de San Cristóbal Galápagos, Animal Balance, and Agencia de Bioseguridad para Galápagos who help make these sterilization clinics and veterinary services accessible to Galapagos residents. Thanks to all of our supporters worldwide whose contributions to World Vets’ programs benefit thousands of animals every year.

 

Photo credits to Donna Ortiz, Rachel Bryan, EJ Verble, Emily Badillo, Ryan Hammonds, and Allison Allan.

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