Duration
- Short term groups: 2-3 weeks
- Individual graduated students: 2-3 months
About the project
Tur Cos Ta Posibel provides short placements in Aruba for animal care students, covering fields such as animal husbandry, veterinary studies, and conservation. Suitable for both apprentices and college-based students, our program accommodates groups of 8 students and 2 tutors from vocational or technical colleges for 2-3 weeks.
Projects are tailored to match learners’ study levels and specific fields, including animal husbandry (working at the donkey sanctuary and understanding the operations of an animal sanctuary), veterinary skills (working alongside AWAA, a local veterinary practice helping to neuter stray dogs and cats), and working with local dog trappers (catching street dogs for neutering and treatment).
Our aim is to provide hands-on experience and cultural immersion, enhancing skills and understanding of animal care practices in Aruba. Students engage in various activities, such as the general running of the Donkey Sanctuary and care of its 130+ donkeys, anesthetizing stray animals for neutering, administering medicine where needed, and capturing stray dogs for treatment. This program offers practical learning opportunities and deepens students’ knowledge of animal care in Aruba’s diverse environment.
Knowledge Skills and Competences to be gained
- Learn how to manage an animal sanctuary and care for a large number of animals.
- Hands on experience in anesthetising small animals and the opportunity to assist with surgical procedures.
- Engage in capturing stray animals and treating them .
- Adapt to climate challenges
- Adjust working hours accordingly.
- Gain confidence with a range of animals.
